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Digital models pose new diversity questions to the fashion industry

Fashion brands are beginning to use digital influencers as part of their marketing campaigns, but these virtual supermodels seem to have as many critics as they do supporters,...

14 Dec 2018

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How Alice Zagury is reinventing France’s “toxic” start-up scene

With a mission to make Europe more amenable to aspiring entrepreneurs, Alice Zagury, CEO of The Family, offers start-ups a support system that extends far beyond funding

13 Dec 2018

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MIIPA: Malta sets new citizenship by investment standard

Malta’s Individual Investment Programme does more than simply stimulate the local economy: it attracts talented entrepreneurs who contribute to the cultural betterment of the Mediterranean island

12 Dec 2018

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Age is a significant benefit to entrepreneurs, not a hindrance

For too long, investors have prioritised start-ups founded by younger entrepreneurs in the hope of unearthing the next Facebook. Recent research, however, indicates that success is more likely...

11 Dec 2018

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Gilead to appoint pharma veteran Daniel O’Day as CEO

Daniel O'Day will join drugmaker Gilead as CEO and Chairman on March 1, 2019, bringing an end to his 30-year association with Roche

10 Dec 2018

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Spanish golf properties continue to soar in popularity

Golf properties have become a hot investment as the sport continues to attract more players

6 Dec 2018 | Concerning: Golf | holiday | Spain

China and Portugal seek closer ties following President Xi visit

China and Portugal seek closer ties following President Xi visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Portuguese officials this week in a bid to strengthen Beijing's relationship with Europe and build upon the One...

5 Dec 2018 | Concerning: China | EU | One Belt One Road | Portugal

PFS drives financial inclusion with innovative payments solutions

In the increasingly competitive fintech sector, standing out from the crowd can be difficult. By investing heavily in innovation, however, Prepaid Financial Services has...

5 Dec 2018 | Concerning: financial inclusion | fintech | Payments | Prepaid Financial Services

Top 5

Top 5 reasons SMEs fail to get the most out of sales training

Top 5 reasons SMEs fail to get the most out of sales training

The Vatican’s finances have long been shrouded in mystery, but its involvement in a number of scandals over the last 100 years have shed some light on the city-state’s secretive dealings

Top 5 financial transgressions committed by the Vatican

Internationally recognised events like Pride Month and Transgender Day of Visibility remind us of the importance of fostering fully inclusive workplaces

Top 5 ways to support LGBTQ employees in the workplace

By creating an environment in which employees feel they can openly discuss their mental health, employers can protect their workforce and promote coping strategies

Top 5 ways to promote positive mental health at work

Circa, VistaJet Direct and Packpoint are just some of the most helpful apps travellers can use to experience the world

Top 5 business travel apps

Harvard Business School is one of the most renowned institutions in the world, having prepared many business and political leaders for future challenges

Top 5 global business schools

Profiles

How Alice Zagury is reinventing France's "toxic" start-up scene

Alice Zagury

The Family

Taxify CEO Markus Villig's fresh outlook addresses Uber problems

Markus Villig

Taxify

Prescription for success: Emma Walmsley leads GSK transformation

Emma Walmsley

GlaxoSmithKline

Avast cements top cybersecurity spot under Vincent Steckler's stewardship

Vincent Steckler

Avast

Börseplatz 1: Viennese property market set for further growth

Börseplatz 1: Viennese property market set for further growth

Defying the trend witnessed by the rest of Europe, Vienna’s property market has been enjoying remarkable growth for...

4 Dec 2018 | Concerning: Börseplatz 1 | foreign direct investment | property | vienna

Behind the face mask – the wellness industry’s unhealthy profits

The wellness industry has exploded, raking in billions of euros a year amid a seemingly constant state of growth. But, asks Elizabeth Matsangou, is it all smoke and...

10 Dec 2018 | Concerning: Healthcare | Lifestyle | Wellbeing | wellness industry

Behind the face mask – the wellness industry's unhealthy profits

EU sends ultimatum to Switzerland over future relationship

The Swiss Government must decide whether to approve the new framework on a future relationship with the EU, or risk being cut off from European markets

7 Dec 2018 | Concerning: EU | Stocks | Switzerland | trade

EU sends ultimatum to Switzerland over future relationship

Why Scandinavian entrepreneurs are flourishing in high-tax environments

Why Scandinavian entrepreneurs are flourishing in high-tax environments

Scandinavian countries are famed for combining high rates of taxation with high levels of business productivity. Despite its...

3 Dec 2018 | Concerning: productivity | Scandinavia | Tax | workplace culture

Awards Supplement 2018

The European CEO awards 2018 have now been announced, presenting our pick of the CEOs, companies and campaigns leading their sectors. View the winners here or browse the supplement in your browser or on your mobile device.

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Sustainability pioneer Paul Polman to step down as Unilever CEO

Sustainability pioneer Paul Polman to step down as Unilever CEO

Polman will be replaced by Alan Jope, who currently serves as Unilever's President of Beauty and Personal Care

30 Nov 2018 | Concerning: CEOs | new appointment | Sustainability | unilever

Taking the sting out of queen bees

For decades, women in positions of authority have been labelled ‘queen bees’ for purportedly undermining their female colleagues....

30 Nov 2018 | Concerning: gender inequality | Workforce management | workplace culture

How to identify the right golf investment opportunity

Widely recognised as one of the best golf resorts in Portugal, Monte Rei offers an excellent investment opportunity for golfers and non-golfers alike

7 Dec 2018 | Concerning: Golf | Investment | Monte Rei | property

How to identify the right golf investment opportunity

Taxify CEO Markus Villig’s fresh outlook addresses Uber problems

Undaunted by the prospect of competing against the highest-valued private company in the world, Markus Villig decided to start his own ride-hailing company before he even turned 20....

6 Dec 2018 | Concerning: Estonia | gig economy | Markus Villig | Taxify

Taxify CEO Markus Villig's fresh outlook addresses Uber problems

Electronic identification cards herald a digital future for Ghana

Electronic identification cards herald a digital future for Ghana

Ghana is on the cusp of a digital revolution as the government rolls out new e-ID cards that...

28 Nov 2018 | Concerning: electronic identification | Ghana | Ghana Cards | Margins Group

Former head of Polish regulator detained on corruption charges

Former head of Polish regulator detained on corruption charges

Marek Chrzanowski has been detained by the Polish anti-corruption agency after being accused of soliciting a bribe from...

27 Nov 2018 | Concerning: Corruption | Getin Noble Bank | law | Poland