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DISRUPTING THE NORM: THE FUTURE OF CREATIVE MARKETING AT COMMUNICATION SUMMIT 2024
The Communication Summit 2024, themed “Disrupting The Norm: The Future
Retail Renaissance: Exploring the Transformative Vision of Bangladesh Retail Congress 2024
The 7th edition of the Bangladesh Retail Congress 2024, hosted
BBF Monthly | October 2024
The October 2024 issue of BBF Monthly presents a diverse
The Rise of Gen Z: How Youth Leadership Shaped the July Revolution and Bangladesh’s Future”
July 2024 has entered the history of Bangladesh. The month
Industry insights
DBL Group launches Bugatti in Bangladesh – a new era of European fashion footwear
DBL Lifestyles Limited, the retail wing of DBL Group, proudly announces the official launch of Bangladesh’s first bugatti store, located
The Case for Effective Leadership Training: Why Organizations Must Prioritise HiPo Development Now
In 2021, Airbnb faced one of the most significant challenges in its history. The travel industry was in turmoil due
LITHIUM: THE COSMIC CATALYST POWERING OUR FUTURE
The universe was born tiny, dense, and extremely hot. Initially, it was all energy contained in a volume of space
Nvidia’s AI Empire: Can It Hold Off Google, Microsoft, and Startups?
The race for supremacy in artificial intelligence (AI) chip development has intensified, with industry titans like Microsoft, Meta, Google, and
Mind space (Personal Development)
The Case for Effective Leadership Training: Why Organizations Must Prioritise HiPo Development Now
In 2021, Airbnb faced one of the most significant challenges in its history. The travel industry was in turmoil due
Chief ‘AI’ Officer in the Leadership Value Chain?
Abstract This article explores the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in leadership and its impact on corporate management and
Optimism Bias: The Fine Line Between Motivation and Misjudgment
We are familiar with the “Glass is half full or half empty” metaphor. It is a great way to illustrate
Hooked On Shopping: The Science of Compulsive Buying
German psychiatrist Emil Kraepelin first characterised krankhafte Kauflust — the pathological drive to buy — in 1899. However, many experts
Workspace (Professional Development)
The Case for Effective Leadership Training: Why Organizations Must Prioritise HiPo Development Now
In 2021, Airbnb faced one of the most significant challenges in its history. The travel industry was in turmoil due
CLOCKING IN, TAPPING OUT: HOW HUSTLE CULTURE IS STEALING YOUR SANITY
You are on a road trip, cruising down an open highway, enjoying the wind in your hair. You pass a
Future-Proof Your Career (Part 2) Emerging and Declining Roles by 2030
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the 21st century, the nature of work is undergoing significant transformation. Technological advancements, demographic
Building Bridges: How Humor and Stories Strengthen Leadership
Leaders are inspirations, and our first experience with inspiration often comes from our teachers. If we are asked to reflect
Expert Series
Navigating the 2024 Funding Dip: What’s Next for Southeast Asia’s Startups?
Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem has experienced significant fluctuations in 2024, reflecting both challenges and resilience. The region’s dynamic markets, diverse
Leadership, Innovation, Purpose: MHM Fairoz’s Guide to Retail Growth
MHM Fairoz is the Managing Director and CEO of Singer Bangladesh Limited, a role he has held since 2016. He
Courage, Creativity, and Change: The Evolution of Advertising through Geeteara Safiya Choudhury’s Eyes
Geeteara Safiya Choudhury is one of the most prominent figures in Bangladesh’s advertising history. She is the Founder & Chairman
Nobel Prize in Economics 2024: Insights and Critiques
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to three distinguished economists, Daron Acemoglu, James A. Robinson, and Simon Johnson,
Exclusive (Featuring businesses
Reinventing the Supply Chain Game: Four Dynamics from Nike
Nike, Inc., headquartered near Beaverton, Oregon, dominates the sports apparel, footwear, and equipment industries with diverse offerings, ranking among the
Netflix and Games: One for the Future
Remember the good old times when we used to gather at a random person’s apartment in the whole building to
Chorki just needs to keep doing what it’s good at, producing quality content: Zaraif Ayaat Hossain
Zaraif Ayaat Hossain is the Head of Strategy and Transformation at Transcom Ltd, one of Bangladesh’s largest and most diversified
India’s cricket mania boosting economy through the World Cup
Cricket, in the truest sense, is not a global sport. While the number of member nations registered under the International
Opinion
A New Dawn? The Potential Economic Benefits of a Ukraine Peace Deal for Bangladesh
The Russia-Ukraine conflict, originating with Russia’s 2014 annexation of Crimea and subsequently escalating in the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine,
Trade Efficiency: The Key to Bangladesh’s Post-LDC Export Success
Bangladesh is set to graduate from the Least Developed Country (LDC) designation in 2026, a milestone that brings both opportunities
A Look into Foldable Phones: The Emerging Essential for CEOs and Business Leaders
In recent years, foldable smartphones have become a game-changer for executives, revolutionizing how they balance their professional and personal lives.
When Caring Takes a Toll: The Silent Struggle of Empathy and Compassion Fatigue
In a world where we are constantly connected and exposed to the struggles of others, the emotional toll of caring