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Small Business Partner launches AI front desk for small businesses
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Small Business Partner LLC has launched Front Desk, an AI employee that answers calls, texts and web chats for small businesses across the United States.
CMEx adds seven honorees to 2026 leadership roster
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Caribbean Media Exchange has completed its 2026 Leadership Laureates roster with seven new names spanning aviation, cruise, hospitality, sustainability, destination management and media.
Third Road Management President Ryan Kunkel named Crain’s Chicago Business Notable Leader
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Third Road Management said President Ryan Kunkel was named a Crain’s Chicago Business Notable Leader in Accounting, Consulting & Law on Aug. 17, 2026. The recognition highlights his role in scaling the fractional CFO firm and helping clients…
The Action Group expands coaching for contractors to build owner-independent businesses
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The Action Group is broadening its coaching for home service contractors, with new training focused on leadership, accountability and repeatable systems that reduce dependence on the owner.
IAOTP names Philip Jayhawk Chan its top financial empowerment leader for 2026
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The International Association of Top Professionals will honor Lightspeed Investing President and CEO Philip Jayhawk Chan at its annual gala in New York City’s Plaza Hotel.
MSI launches AI business management certification
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Management and Strategy Institute has opened enrollment for a new online certification built to help business professionals apply artificial intelligence to strategy, operations and leadership.
Medical device testing market to hit $12.75 billion by 2030
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The medical device testing, inspection and certification market is projected to grow from $8.64 billion in 2025 to $9.35 billion in 2026, with North America leading today and Asia-Pacific set to grow fastest.
Dom Downing launches Business Clarity Assessment for established owners
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Dom Downing has introduced a Business Clarity Assessment for established business owners who need to reduce owner dependence and strengthen operations.
Christine Zecca Caltabiano pushes girls’ education forward through leadership and consulting
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Christine Zecca Caltabiano is building a career in private education after two decades in business, with a focus on girls’ schools, student-centered learning and long-term institutional sustainability.
Tokyo and London leaders deepen ties on AI, climate and finance
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Tokyo Gov. Koike Yuriko met London Mayor Sadiq Khan and City of London Lady Mayor Susan Langley in Tokyo on June 18 to expand cooperation on climate action, artificial intelligence and financial services.
gamescom dev panel to examine trust and leadership in games
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gamescom dev 2026 in Cologne will host a session on Aug. 25 focused on how game-industry leaders build trust, run studios and advance new leadership models.
TM Forum unveils Innovate Americas agenda for Dallas AI summit
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TM Forum has announced the agenda and first speakers for Innovate Americas 2026, set for Oct. 6-7 in Dallas, as carriers across the Americas push to turn AI pilots into scalable operations.
Global Top Agile CEO Awards honor 14 leaders in Taipei
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The fourth annual Global Top Agile CEO Awards recognized 14 business leaders in Taipei on Aug. 17, alongside the first Enterprise Agile Talent Development Award.
Hongdali highlights 5 assembly line innovations for faster factory setup
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Shenzhen Hongdali Technology Co., Ltd. says its modular assembly line systems are helping factories cut setup risk, speed deployment and adapt to changing production needs.
Ten leading elevator modernization enterprises in China for 2026
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Elevator modernization is gaining momentum in China as aging fleets, safety upgrades and smart retrofit demand reshape the market.
Girl Scouts event links New Jersey teens with business leaders
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Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey will host D.R.I.V.E. HER Forward on Aug. 12 at Topgolf Mount Laurel, connecting girls in grades 7-12 with executives, entrepreneurs and mentors.
Lead extraction tools market seen reaching $2.01 billion by 2030
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The lead extraction tools market is projected to rise from $1.24 billion in 2025 to $2.01 billion by 2030, driven by more pacemaker procedures, device infections and cardiovascular disease.
Lead poisoning treatment market seen growing at 5% CAGR through 2030
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The lead poisoning treatment market is projected to expand from $6.39 billion in 2026 to $7.77 billion by 2030, driven by stricter lead-exposure rules, broader screening and advances in chelation therapies.
Lorraine D’Alessio releases immigration strategy book for business leaders
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Lorraine D’Alessio’s new book, The Global Advantage, is now available through Forbes Books and major retailers.
Leaderhub pitches 2026 smart whiteboard value play
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Leaderhub is positioning its smart whiteboards as a value-focused option for 2026 buyers weighing display quality, touch performance, deployment flexibility and long-term support.
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