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The Unprecedented Challenge: AI Testing the Boundaries of Corporate Governance

February 23, 2024 by DeForest Soaries in Corporate Boards

In recent years, the rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a driving force behind innovation, efficiency, and transformative change across industries. However, as AI systems evolve, so do their challenges to traditional corporate governance structures. A thought-provoking Harvard Business Review (HBR) article published in December 2023 delves into how AI is pushing the […]

Navigating the Path to Diversity: A Candid Q&A with Dr. Soaries on Corporate Board Representation

January 25, 2024 by DeForest Soaries in Corporate Boards

In a thought-provoking Q&A session, Dr. Soaries delves into the nuanced landscape of corporate board representation, shedding light on progress, challenges, and the ongoing pursuit of diversity and inclusion. Here’s a glimpse into the engaging conversation: Q: Progress and Challenges in Black Representation on Corporate Boards A: Dr. Soaries acknowledges some strides in Black representation […]

Day #5 – The Difference Between “What” and “How”

December 29, 2023 by DeForest Soaries in 31-Day Makeover

I call my goals my “what” and my objectives my “how.” Now that we have begun to give serious consideration to our passions and missions, we can begin the process of setting our goals. By now, you must be wondering if you are who you thought you were since all you wanted to know was […]

Day #4 – Mission

December 29, 2023 by DeForest Soaries in 31-Day Makeover

When we cannot feel our passion, we can still see our mission! I wore a brand new suit and prepared to leave for the airport. I was heading to Chicago to attend the annual fundraiser for Operation PUSH, which I served as National Coordinator. Just as I was grabbing my suitcase, my telephone rang and […]

Day #3 – Passion

December 29, 2023 by DeForest Soaries in 31-Day Makeover

Passion is the fuel for the engine of a fulfilled life! Before I say any more about goals, I want to pause to say a word about passion. Someone asked me the other day how they could find their passion. I had to think about this because I felt like I had known my passion […]