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Audience seated in a theater for Social Capital in Action

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Social Capital in Action

In most firms, any investment that brought an 1,800% return would be considered a whopping success. Research from Vivvi and The Fifth Trimester found that for every dollar employers invest in caregiving benefits, there’s a return of $18.93, bringing us to that incredible ROI. That’s…

September 3, 2026

The Hidden Forces Behind Rural Poverty

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The Hidden Forces Behind Rural Poverty

Held over by popular demand for a second week in the spotlight! Sunshine Nuts’ visionary CEO shines a blistering light on why smallholder farmers remain trapped in poverty and challenges responsible parties to effect change.

By Don Larson · August 20, 2026

14 Authentic Leaders Driving Real Business Results – and Restoring Trust in a Disconnected World

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14 Authentic Leaders Driving Real Business Results – and Restoring Trust in a Disconnected World

How authenticity improves retention, engagement and performance – and builds deeper, healthier connections between employees and leadership Caring and connection all must start with honest representation. (Image: Pixabay/ geralt ) Authenticity in leadership is one of the greatest and most powerful ways to address the…

By Chris Benguhe, RaeAnne Marsh and Elaine Pofeldt · June 25, 2026