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Ryan Austin is Founder and CEO of Cognota, helping professionals learn how to run L&D like a business. getty Despite increased investments in talent and learning development (L&D), most organizations struggle to provide the metrics that CEOs and business leaders care about most: impact and return on investment (ROI). A study by ATD and the ROI Institute called Measuring for Success: What CEOs Really Think About Learning Investments found that while 94% of organizations track inputs and indicators, only 4% measure ROI, and just 8% measure impact. Yet, 96% of...

The upcoming $10 billion Amazon data center in Madison County was hailed by Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves as “the largest economic development project in Mississippi history” when it was announced last year.  It took eight months for that record to be tied. The new, co-title holder? Another data center project — this time in Meridian, built by Compass Datacenters. Compass committed to building a $10 billion campus of eight data centers over the next eight years. Reeves has praised both data center projects. His office said the Amazon project would create at...

It’s not surprising that the often transactional nature of President Donald Trump’s policy decisions might carry over to commercial real estate. But what investors and developers want to know is whether his proposal for a so-called golden visa — in effect, selling access to a U.S. green card for $5 million to attract high-net-worth investors — will end up benefiting the real estate industry or hampering some of its access to foreign capital. “The program’s announcement has already triggered alarm bells in the real estate sector, an industry Trump knows...

Real estate investments in the Asia Pacific market have increased by 12 per cent YoY to reach $155.9 billion in 2024, stated a report by Colliers. The growth, it added, underscores the continued resilience of the region’s top nine markets – Australia, Mainland China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, New Zealand and Taiwan. Colliers released ‘Asia Pacific Investment Insights H2 2024’ report which said that South Korea, Japan, and Mainland China together accounted for 59 per cent of total $83.2 billion real estate investments in H2 2024. Meanwhile,...

AUSTIN, Texas, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- DMND ("Demand Pool"), the world's first Stratum V2 Bitcoin mining pool, announced the opening of the application for miners to join DMND as launch partners today. Successful applicants will benefit from a 0% fee for an initial two-month period, as well as a special two-year founding miner agreement. DMND also announced its venture capital financing that took place in Q4 2024, led by Trammell Venture Partners ("TVP"). Stratum V2 enhances Bitcoin's decentralization and privacy by enabling miners to construct their own block templates....

Conry Miler RP Communities promoted Conry Miler to Investments and Acquisitions manager. The newly-created role will position Mr. Miler to guide RP through the process of identifying, evaluating, and executing investment and acquisition opportunities that align with the company’s strategic objectives. Miler’s work will involve financial analysis, due diligence, market research, and risk assessment efforts that support investment decisions, ultimately driving business growth and profitability for RP. “Conry has demonstrated a tremendous aptitude for the business side of large-scale projects like the ones we have in the works,”...

Olena Orliuk, Director of the Ukrainian National Office for Intellectual Property and Innovations. getty A whole range of factors creates a favorable environment for foreign investors, such as legislation, business climate, banking system and more. One of the most crucial among them is intellectual property protection. Ukraine understands the importance of reliable IP protection and is actively working to build effective mechanisms. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, along with Ukraine’s active movement toward European and Euro-Atlantic integration, has significantly catalyzed these changes. We recognize that strong IP protection is a cornerstone...

The investment landscape has undergone a fundamental transformation over the past few decades, dramatically changing how retail investors can build wealth.This evolution, coupled with recent regulatory shifts, presents both opportunities and challenges that warrant careful consideration.The traditional path to investing in high-growth companies has shifted significantly since the dot-com era. In the 1990s, investors could participate in the growth stories of companies like Amazon, which went public with annual revenue under $50 million. Subscribe to Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Be a smarter, better informed investor. Save up to 74% Sign up...

“I think it can be a struggle sometimes for those on the owner or property management side, keeping up with technology as well as managing that change,” says Will Curtis, CPM, IREM faculty member and managing director of Phyllis Browning Commercial. “We need to make sure we’re giving residents what they really want while not creating so much work that we can't keep up, or we’re just changing for change’s sake.”Smart Home Technologies, a New Standard Smart thermostats, lighting systems, and security features are becoming must-have amenities. But implementing these...

Owning a home is one of the most significant investments anyone can make. Whether you plan to sell soon or want to increase the long-term value of your property, making the right upgrades can lead to substantial returns. From modern renovations to lifestyle-friendly enhancements, homeowners can take several strategic steps to maximize their property value. This guide explores the best investments that not only boost home value but also improve quality of life.1. Prioritizing Indoor Air Quality for a Healthier HomeA crucial factor in determining a home’s value is indoor...