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Hugely proud of the part we, at Kynigos Partners, played in the appointment of Katie Vanneck-Smith as CEO of Hearst UK.   As a female-owned, independent executive search business specialising in the media, entertainment, gaming and sports sectors, we were delighted to bring our expertise to this strategically important appointment.   Hearst Magazines are a wonderfully collaborative and thoughtful partner to work with. We look forward to continuing to bring them the best talent to help shape the organisation for the future. #womeninleadership #executivesearch #positivelyhearst

A few weeks ago, the Gamesummit 2024 hosted a global hub of gaming enthusiasts, industry leaders, and developers. With esports taking centre stage, top gamers showcased their skills, and attendees got hands-on experience with the latest games and technologies. The excitement and talent showcased at the Gamesummit 2024 have highlighted the passion and innovation that drive the gaming industry forward. More: https://bit.ly/3W3juY0 #Gaming #GamingIndustry #Leaders #GamingEnthusiasts

With the turbulent business environment, the importance of diversity of thought and experience has never been clearer. And with the unprecedented disruption and uncertainty companies face, might the concept of a shadow board be more beneficial? Yes! Might shadow boards be the recipe for success? Absolutely! Since shadow boards are typically made up of younger employees — millennials or Gen Z — shadow boards tend to foster more diverse input around the organisation. For instance, younger employees in board meetings can offer broadened insights and ideas to senior executives in the workplace. Ultimately, shadow boards can help improve a business's transparency, accountability, and efficiency. The new ICAEW guide showcases how shadow boards work, the main considerations, and how having one might benefit your organisation. Learn more: https://bit.ly/45F9Z4l #ShadowBoards #Business #Diversity #Boards

Are there hidden barriers for women in leadership? According to research, certain hidden disadvantages affect team members and how they think about fairness. In many work settings, women face invisible disadvantages, such as less favourable ratings by managers and clients compared with identical work by their male colleagues demonstrating the same effort and skill. In another study, hiring committee members rated applicants as 1.3 times more competent and suggested a 14% higher salary if a resume included a man's name rather than a woman's. More: https://bit.ly/3XIyDiE #GenderEquality #WomenInLeadership #Leadership

As we're working towards a greener future, technology has emerged as a star player in the sports industry. In the sports industry, this adoption of technological advancements for a greener cause has left a positive mark in the global sustainability arena. Additionally, by driving the adoption of innovative and sustainable practices in the industry, this decisive factor has offered competitive advantages and attracted eco-conscious partners. So, how can sustainability be attained through technological innovation? Here's how: - Precision eco-impact analytics with AI - Interactive green playbook for fans and organisers - Eco-efficient cloud transformation for mega sports events - Green rewards for sustainable actions Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3zks3EN #ClimateChange #Sustainability #EnvironmentalAwareness #Sports #SportsIndustry

For many companies, the metaverse might not be a top priority. But this doesn't mean that they should ignore it! While the metaverse might have been supplanted by AI, according to experts, there's more to the metaverse than meets the eye. In fact, investment in metaverse-enabling technologies still continues. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XAhU0O #Metaverse #AI

Research shows that younger companies have more diverse boards. Additionally, in comparison to older firms, younger firms have a higher percentage of women directors. They're also less likely to have a male-only board than firms founded before 2016. According to Crunchbase News, this disparity can be attributed to the fact that younger companies are more likely to have women investors on their boards. Statistically, 17% of investor director seats are led by women. On the other hand, for older companies, the same roles account for only 10% of their boards. More: https://bit.ly/3xq80nT #DiversityOnBoards #Directors #WomenDirectors #Investors

How can we build resilience against extremism in esports? When it comes to esports, eradicating discrimination in the industry is crucial. The industry needs to enhance and institutionalise robust defences to benefit and protect the gamers' civil rights and liberties. In turn, such actions will foster cross-industry resiliency and positive development in this space. More: https://bit.ly/4cCC5zw #ESports #ESportsIndustry #Insights

As the metaverse frenzy begins to fade, is the metaverse in your future? While it might be on the back burner, experts advise companies to embrace it. Given that it will be an incredibly vital aspect for organisations in a few years, detractors of the metaverse point out that a fully realised metaverse will be too big to ignore. More here: https://bit.ly/3QZFwb2 #Metaverse #Business #AI

Is DEI dead? Sure, DEI has been a lightning rod for controversy, but according to experts and professionals, the practice is here to stay. But DEI isn't the enemy. In fact, for many businesses, diversity initiatives are critical to their business strategies. While some companies walk on eggshells when it comes to DEI, experts are confident in DEI initiatives because the bottom line speaks volumes at the end of the day! More: https://bbc.in/4dUaRpq #DEI #DEIInitiatives