25 Must-Have Travel Experiences

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A list of the most exceptional adventures a person should seek out was compiled by two writers with a global perspective, a chef, an architect, and a landscape photographer. These are the outcomes.

A five-person jury, which included writers Pico Iyer and Aatish Taseer, an architect named Toshiko Mori, a chef named David Zilber, and a landscape photographer named Victoria Sambunaris, convened over Zoom one morning in July to discuss what exactly qualifies as a “travel...

https://mfame.guru/25-must-have-travel-experiences/

Axle Logistics recognized for employee satisfaction, standout culture

Over the past several years, “culture” has become something of a buzzword in the corporate world. Despite this trending vernacular, the things that make up a company’s culture – energy, diversity and values – are the same things that determine whether or not people want to work there. At Axle Logistics, the answer is a resounding “yes.” 

The Tennessee-based company was recently named a 2022 Knoxville Top Workplace for the fourth consecutive year. Winning companies were selected based on...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/axle-logistics-recognized-for-employee-satisfaction-standout-culture

Beyond the buzzword: Culture fit promotes successful tech partnerships

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“Culture” has become a buzzword synonymous with impassioned mission statements and quirky office perks. In reality, culture goes far beyond ping pong tables and casual Fridays. When a company defines their culture, they are defining their values. That is why cultural fit is so important when partnerships are formed – companies with polar opposite value systems do not often play well together or share common goals. 

“I think it is important to define culture because I see culture as being...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/beyond-the-buzzword-culture-fit-promotes-successful-tech-partnerships

Capital Link Webinar on ‘Culture and Education Among Greek Americans” Wed April 7 @ 12pm US Eastern Time / 7pm Greece

Capital Link Webinar on ‘Culture and Education Among Greek Americans” Wed April 7 @ 12pm US Eastern Time / 7pm Greece

Olga and Nicolas Bornozis

On the occasion of the establishment of the “Miltiadis Marinakis Endowed Professorship for Modern Greek Language and Culture” at The Ohio State University & of the appointment of the first Professor, Mr. Yiorgos Anagnostou Capital Link Webinar discussion on the topic of:

“Culture and Education among Greek Americans”

April 7, 2021

12:00pm US ET – 19:00pm...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2021/04/02/capital-link-webinar-on-culture-and-education-among-greek-americans-wed-april-7-12pm-us-eastern-time-7pm-greece/

M&A Update: Cultural exchange key to successful mergers

Challenges accompany any merger or acquisition; there’s no getting around it. While the process is often frustrating for both parties involved, bridging the mind-gap between the companies is definitely achievable.

Expressing interest in the cultural aspects of an acquired company is a great way to establish respect and compliance among new employees. In fact, forming connections early on may ultimately determine the overall success of the merger.

Trailer Bridge President and CEO Mitch Luciano...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ma-update-cultural-exchange-key-to-successful-mergers

Fran Collins, CEO, Red Funnel

Happy New Year 2020!

We are kicking off the new decade with Fran Collins, Chief Executive Officer, Red Funnel. Fran has a dual license and has trained to become both a Master Mariner and a Chief Engineer, however, the life on the Bridge seems to interest her more.

What Fran is sharing with us is music to my ears. We speak about what impact connectivity has had on life onboard, how people now know what they are missing at home and how that can be a double sword. Fran brings up the culture change...

https://shippingpodcast.com/fran-collins-ceo-red-funnel/

Ally Cedeno, Founder Women Offshore

Meet the brightest shining star in the maritime industry right now, Ally Cedeno, Founder of Women Offshore. She is the passionate young woman who went to sea and unfortunately ended up on a ship where she didn’t feel comfortable but had to endure for another 6 months.

Ally felt alone in the world and especially on the water, which she loves so much, and had experiences to be the best workplace ever, so she decided to start Women Offshore – a safe place online where you can share your...

https://shippingpodcast.com/ally-cedeno-founder-women-offshore/

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