In 2025, Carrefour ceased operations in Italy. This was, in part, due to transactional relationships with suppliers that undermined its competitiveness in the market. Vicente Foggia argues that retailers capture disproportionate value from collaboration, yet many continental European retailers remain reluctant to invest in partnership structures.  In July 2025, Carrefour sold its Italian operations for €1 billion. Sales were… →

AI investment continues to fuel the U.S. economy, but many expect it to slow down dramatically in 2026. Agentic AI was the hot topic of 2025, but it remains an expensive early-stage experiment that’s not quite ready for mainstream use. What does this mean for leaders looking to guide their teams? In this video, MIT… →

Family businesses are often seen as cautious and traditional, focused on stability and reluctant to take big risks. That reputation may seem at odds with growing a business during uncertain times, when conditions change quickly and there’s pressure to nimbly adapt strategies and investments. Yet recent data suggests that for many firms, the family approach… →

U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt once said, “Democracy cannot succeed unless those who express their choice are prepared to choose wisely. The real safeguard of democracy, therefore, is education.” The sentiment has since been echoed by many who argue that an educated populace is critical for maintaining democracy. Indeed, studies have shown more-educated individuals are… →