As the business landscape grows faster and more unpredictable, marketing leaders who can balance the discipline of big-company strategy with the scrappiness of startups are redefining what modern leadership looks like. Brian Fravels journey from global tech giant Intel to high-growth SaaS and cybersecurity companies highlights how adaptability, curiosity, and hands-on execution drive success across any environment.

Sometimes, purpose finds you when you least expect it. For Adrienne Mageors, it came in the form of a question she couldnt ignoreone that pulled her out of corporate marketing and into a life of service and inclusion.

The debate around the return on investment (ROI) of a four-year degree has reached a fever pitch. As tuition costs rise and employers question the value of traditional credentials, higher education leaders are rethinking how to make college more career-relevant.

A rapidly changing HVAC industry is being shaped by refrigerant shortages, a deepening labor gap, and shifting expectations from homeowners. With refrigerant regulations evolving and long-trusted standards like R410A being phased out, contractors and technicians are navigating not only technical complexity, but also a growing need to rebuild trust and transparency with customers.

wistia-player[media-id='6p1v5rte24']:not(:defined) { display: block; filter: blur(5px); padding-top:100%; } As careers become less linear and more purpose-driven, workers are increasingly drawn to environments that value adaptability, culture fit, and soft skills for career growth. These capabilities are proving just as critical as technical expertise, especially as AI, remote work, and flexible paths reshape the labor market.

In a year when employer health costs keep climbing and expectations are at an all-time high heading into 2026, Personify Health and Beyond Health are betting on a tighter fusion of data, advocacy, and payment integrity to change the trajectory. Personify reports engagement levels north of 50%, with members touching its platform 19 times per month, and support in 23 languagessignals that a more personal, always-on model can scale.