2014 – Page 12 – European CEO

News that Marks & Spencer's has appointed its former executive director of ecommerce to retail chief should encourage other businesses to put tech-savvy souls in charge of their operations

Businesses must embrace the digital revolution, and not become dinosaurs

Technological developments are getting faster – but are businesses keeping up?

Polo continues to capture the hearts of people worldwide, and there are numerous events each year for those looking to experience it

Where are the best places to watch polo across the globe?

As polo spreads across Europe, ever further from its traditional English centre, where can you find the most important fixtures?

SNB President Thomas Jordan has said that geopolitical conflicts can have effects on the economy that are "stronger than anticipated", following the news that the country's GDP has stalled

Swiss economy stalls, surprising industry analysts

New data reveals a drop in growth as Europe reels from the Crimea crisis and an overall economic slump

Security guards prepare for the Nato Summit 2014, which is being held in Newport, Wales. Global leaders will have to address an alarming number of crises across the world during their meeting

Nato Summit 2014: Russia, Iraq and Afghanistan on agenda for leaders

Summit held in Wales this week comes as the global political landscape has taken a dramatic turn for the worse

Glion students studying on campus. The school takes exceptional care in prepping its scholars for the hospitality sector, with many guaranteed a job upon graduation

Glion’s hospitality school develops world-class talent

With luxury brands looking for service professionals to help cater to high-end clients, hospitality education is now vital in preparing young leaders to deliver a first-class experience

As well as breath-taking beauty, a stable social and political environment and high-tech infrastructure, Bermuda is recognised as a world-class international business centre

BDA: Bermuda is a world-class international business centre

With deep-rooted historical connections to Europe and a range of advantages in the corporate world, Bermuda is truly a world-class international business centre

Arcus Executive Aviation's private jet, the Phenom 100, makes executive travel deliciously comfortable. Musicians, athletes and other noteworthy individuals have travelled numerous times with the company

Arcus Executive Aviation’s private jets offer first-class luxury and comfort

Time is money for busy business executives, so hassle-free international travel is vital. Arcus Executive Aviation adds an opulent edge to every private jet journey

Alistair Darling, leader of the 'Better Together' campaign and Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmon debate the merits of Scottish independence on live television. Today's signatures in The Herald are a blow to No campaigners

200 business leaders say Yes to Scottish independence

200 business leaders have come out in favour of Scottish separation, countering a recent petition by the no campaign

The Klinik Professor Sailer team at work. The clinic's services are in demand across the globe

Klinik Professor Sailer adds a new dimension to aesthetic surgery

Having spearheaded some of the boldest accomplishments in aesthetic surgery, Professor Hermann Sailer’s services are sought after by practitioners and patients from around the globe

Ryanair's decision to introduce its 'business plus' fare has been seen as a move to compete with rival Easyjet, which recently did the same. The flight option is expected to entice corporate travellers to use the airline

Ryanair announces new business class option: ‘Business Plus’

As part of a strategic move to attract corporate travellers following profit losses in 2013, the budget carrier will be introducing ‘business plus’ fares

Inga Verbeeck, Managing Director, Berkeley International. The agency has an average success rate of 75 percent and specialises in helping busy executives find ideal partnerships

Berkeley’s executive matchmaking service creates ideal partnerships

After 13 years spent working in the steel trade, Inga Verbeeck has brought her matchmaking prowess to C-suites across the globe

Business leaders must ensure their company's KPIs are in line with its goals, and not just generic benchmarks, to achieve optimal performance

Procurence: businesses must tailor KPIs to their corporate goals

The usual benchmarks used to measure strategy cannot always be relied upon to deliver accurate results. With this in mind, it’s important to question whether your supply chain benchmarks support or hinder your strategy

While co-CEOs can seem like a profitable prospect for companies, the practicalities can be complicated. Sanford Weill (l) and John Reed (r) found running Citigroup together difficult, and Reed quit after just two years

Are two CEOs better than one?

More and more firms have started to abandon traditional corporate governance structures in favour of experimental, dual-CEO systems. The strategy can help a company rake in huge financial benefits, but also has the power to bring down even the strongest institution

Despite the financial crisis, luxury brands, such as mobile phone creator Vertu, have thrived. Its Signature Touch phone has been built using sapphire crystal, and a full HD display

Vertu becomes market leader in the luxury mobile phone business

The economic struggles facing retailers have finally started to fade, but some brands, particularly those in the premium sector, dealt with the challenges of the recession far better than others

With its warm climate and stable economy, Barbados provides the perfect spot for those seeking a holiday home. Companies such as Realtors Real Estate Limited offer a range of beautiful properties in the country

Holiday home buyers flock to Barbados

Barbados is a hot spot for luxury villa sales and rentals, with more and more wealthy foreigners travelling to the Caribbean island in search of a holiday home

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