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Understanding the Opportunities and Risks of AI
Your board position is no longer secure. Having a seat at the board table will require an increased commitment to learning and participating in strategic conversations that are driven by the velocity of change and contextual intelligence. It is not just a single "expert" required on the board. Every director is now responsible for understanding how AI is impacting not only the organizations they serve but their board room, the way the board functions and how to make better decisions.
Early life exposure to N -nitrosamine drives genotoxicity, mutagenesis, and tumorigenesis in DNA repair-deficient mice
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Abstract N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) is a probable human carcinogen found in contaminated pharmaceuticals and drinking water, yet the impact of age on NDMA susceptibility remains poorly understood. Using DNA repair-deficient (Aag-/-;Mgmt-/-) and wild-type mice, we systematically compare the effects of NDMA exposure in juveniles and adults.
By Lindsay B. Volk, Joshua J. Corrigan, Nicolette A. Bugher, Einthavy Arunachalam, Nina Gubina, Duanduan Ma, Stuart Levine, Desiree L. Plata, Robert G. Croy, Leona D. Samson, John M. Essigmann, Carole Yauk, Sebastian Carrasco, Bevin P. Engelward, Monét Norales, Callie Karjane, Alper J. Alcaraz, Lee J. Pribyl, Megan Blawas, Isabella Dulski, Emily Michelsen, Kannammai Pichappan, Natalya Yakimchuk, Matilda Swanson
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Choosing Hope and Happiness
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Finding the Road to Neutral
By Stuart Levine Clearly, shifting from complete despair after a tinnitus diagnosis to a neutral state of mind where tinnitus has no palpable effect in your life isn’t an easy journey. It’s a winding road filled with doubt, anger, and grieving, but with effort, reassurance, and the help of professionals, you will get to a place where tinnitus is just another part of your life— where it doesn’t control who you are and what you do.
Ensuring Next-Generation Board & CEO Readiness
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Remembering Robert Pietranton: A PR Legend With a Taste for Springsteen, Scorsese, Soccer and Steelers Original
Former Variety staffer Stu Levine, now a PR executive at NBCUniversal, was a close friend of publicity and communications exec Robert Pietranton, the Warner Bros. TV Group senior VP who died last week at 56. Here, Levine shares his personal memories of Pietranton. Thank you, Marianne Romano. It was circa 2002 and I was covering the TV beat at Variety when my phone rang in the office. It was Marianne, who was a good friend and the head of publicity for Nickelodeon.
Democrats are spinning like a top
After the results were in from Tuesday’s elections, the Democrat machinery and left wing media have been spinning and whirling like dervishes. All you are hearing is that the results are HISTORIC and they repudiate Trump. Let’s go to the historical record: • In Virginia out of the previous 11 governors, seven have been Democrats and four were Republicans. In Virginia a Democrat will succeed a Republican.
Let’s save Ed, Marsha and Ash some time
I am going to save the Eds, Marshas, Miles, Johnnys, Ashs, the vulgar named trolls and the regular trolls the time and effort, by stating YES President Trump is not a nice man. He is rude, crude, nasty and sometimes gets his facts wrong (lies). Yes, he was convicted of a she-said, he-said with Jean Carroll. NO proof, NO witnesses, NO actual date when it happened. He has NOT been charged or convicted of the PED or RAP word, if you wish to continue typing that in your comments, please cite proof.
Building Trusting Relationships Based on Values
Last year, Stuart Levine & Associates had the opportunity to partner with OpenSesame, one of the largest global ed-tech companies. OpenSesame enables the delivery and streaming of content for global customers, providing internal learning for their employees to create productive and agile workforces and cultures.
The world is a safer place thanks to President Trump
Since 1979, when the Shah of Iran was overthrown and the American Embassy in Tehran was attacked and Americans were held hostage, Iran has been calling out Death to America and Death to Israel. They have used their proxies to wage war on Israelis and Americans. The Iranians have been inching toward having nuclear weapons. Their missile development program has created missiles that can reach Europe.
Ensuring Your Actions Reflect the Mission of Your Credit Union
Ensuring that your actions reflect the mission of your credit union is a sacred responsibility. Now more than ever, with uncertainty and disruption surrounding the consumer/member experience, it’s critical that credit unions pause, breathe and embrace their values, which center on the member experience as a key differentiator from banks. It’s not just about slick new rebranding efforts designed to introduce a new name for a prosperous credit union.
Investigative needle core biopsies support multimodal deep-data generation in glioblastoma - Nature Communications
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Abstract Glioblastoma (GBM) is an aggressive primary brain cancer with few effective therapies. Stereotactic needle biopsies are routinely used for diagnosis; however, the feasibility and utility of investigative biopsies to monitor treatment response remains ill-defined.
By Sreyashi Basu, Gerard Baquer, Ryuhjin Ahn, Sonali Jindal, Michael Regan, Zaki Abou-Mrad, Marc Williams, Yuval Elhanati, Sylwia A. Stopka, Alexsandra B Espejo, Vinay K. Puduvalli, Jason T. Huse, Rameen Beroukhim, Sangeeta Goswami, Adrienne Boire, Michael J Cima, Calixto-Hope G. Lucas, Chetan Bettegowda, Stuart Levine, David A Reardon, Frederick F. Lang, E. Antonio Chiocca, Forest M. White, Padmanee Sharma, Viviane Tabar
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Balancing ethical data sharing and open science for reproducible research in biomedical data science
CommentaryVolume 6, Issue 4102080Open access 1Institute for Genome Sciences, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA 2Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA 3Knight Cancer Institute, Oregon Health Science University, Portland, OR, USA 4Biomedical Engineering Department, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, USA 5BioMicro Center, Department of Biology, Massachusetts Institute of...
Directors Talk, Nobody Walks
To create a meaningful legacy, credit union leaders must conduct a candid assessment of who will lead effectively into the future. Credit/AdobeStock About a decade ago, our firm met with the chairman of the NCUA to discuss succession planning. After many years of working in this industry, we were concerned about the lack of succession planning on credit union boards.
The Evolving Role of the Loan Origination System
Learn the three key attributes an LOS must possess for credit unions to thrive in today's dynamic environment. Credit/AdobeStock The loan origination system (LOS) has traditionally been a cornerstone of financial institutions, yet it often faces criticism for inflexibility and hindering growth. As the industry shifts toward digital-first experiences, hyper-personalization and embedded finance, the LOS must evolve to meet these demands.
Key Compliance & Risk Management Insights for CU Leaders in Cannabis Banking
Cannabis banking requires a delicate balance between seizing business potential and maintaining strict compliance. Credit/Shutterstock Compliance in the cannabis industry is unlike in any other market. Add banking challenges to the mix, and leaders may feel like they're running a gauntlet. Here, we'll delve into the nuances of risk management and compliance in this high-risk niche, from navigating regulations to assessing risks to compliance strategies for successful cannabis banking.
Navigating Dispute Management: 3 Key Considerations for Streamlined Solutions
Use automation to improve dispute management processes without exhausting budget or resources. Credit/Shutterstock Dispute management is a critical aspect of financial services, both for identifying fraud and mitigating financial crimes. The benefits of effective dispute management include fraud prevention, minimizing friction with members, and reducing time and expenses. However, resolving disputes using a manual process is typically costly and complex.
Board Assessments to Ensure a Firm Governance Foundation
Looking in the mirror stimulates discussion in a constructive manner, leading to board optimization and effectiveness. Credit/Shutterstock Accountability makes some directors uncomfortable. It takes character not to feel threatened by an independent review of board performance. November 07, 2024 - Orlando This event shines a spotlight on the individuals, teams, projects and organizations that are changing the financial industry.
Facile metabolic reprogramming distinguishes mycobacterial adaptation to hypoxia and starvation: ketosis drives starvation-induced persistence in M. bovis BCG | Communications Biology
Abstract Mycobacteria adapt to infection stresses by entering a reversible non-replicating persistence (NRP) with slow or no cell growth and broad antimicrobial tolerance. Hypoxia and nutrient deprivation are two well-studied stresses commonly used to model the NRP, yet little is known about the molecular differences in mycobacterial adaptation to these distinct stresses that lead to a comparable NRP phenotype.
CU Chief Internal Auditor 'Prioritizes Transparency' in Sharing Vision With Team
"I find great fulfillment in mentoring others and providing guidance," MSUFCU's Rob Johnson says. Rob Johnson (front row, second from left) at an employee painting night fundraiser. (Credit/MSUFCU) Natasha Chilingerian Natasha Chilingerian has been immersed in the credit union industry for over a decade.
Jay Champion Named CEO of Workers Credit Union
After serving as interim CEO for nearly a year, he succeeded Doug Peterson who retired after 27 years of service. Jay Champion Jay Champion has been appointed the president/CEO of the $2.6 billion Workers Federal Credit Union in Littleton, Mass. November 07, 2024 - Orlando This event shines a spotlight on the individuals, teams, projects and organizations that are changing the financial industry.
Leadership Lessons From the Garden: Recognizing the Sanctity of Time
Credit/AdobeStock Life is challenging and more complicated than ever before, leading to increased pressures and anxiety. Finding ways to relieve stress and recharge one's brainpower and productivity requires planning and thought. Paying attention to how you utilize your time professionally and personally will provide you with time and space for an important cleansing breath.
Employees Are Losing Trust in Organizational Leadership
Only 52% of Gen Z respondents say they place trust in their organization's leaders, compared to the 59% overall average. Photo: Yakobchuk Olena via Adobe Stock The employer-employee relationship is a crucial dynamic and plays an essential role in building trust and wellbeing within the workplace. A new study by Workhuman, a software solutions company, found that the degree of trust that employees place in their employers is evolving as organizations navigate uncertain times.
Fulton Street Station - Atrium
21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic Fulton Street Station - Atrium One of the iconic NYC Transit hub buildings at the Fulton Street Station in Manhattan. Photo Detail Date Taken: 05.2014 Date Uploaded: 11.2023 Photo Location: New York, New York, United States of America Camera: X-E2 Copyright: © Stuart Levine Awards Photo of the Day: 05.08.24
Where Strategy Meets Innovation
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High-throughput evaluation of genetic variants with prime editing sensor libraries - Nature Biotechnology
Abstract Tumor genomes often harbor a complex spectrum of single nucleotide alterations and chromosomal rearrangements that can perturb protein function.
Succession Planning Takes Character, Trust, And Respect
Whether a governing board oversees a public company, a privately owned firm, or a not-for-profit organization, sound governance and leadership are essential. Peak board performance requires directors to be engaged, focused and knowledgeable. A well-functioning board establishes the culture for the entire organization. On our most recent Succession Planning Onboard Webinar, Sheila Hooda, Director, Enact Holdings, Inc.
The Leader’s Journey
Growth and leadership development are critical. Change requires discipline, time and planning. When you observe an accomplished leader, know they weren’t necessarily born that way. Some may have better skills than others initially, but developing listening skills, patience and dedication to learning is challenging. The ability to prioritize and focus on mission is an absolute. Really smart leaders elevate the dialogue.
Values Are Key to Engagement and Performance
Source/AdobeStock Organizational values matter. Values are the guiding principles underlying priorities and driving decisions. Yes, values matter, but organizations themselves don’t really have values. It’s people who do. A person’s values affect their relationships, how they spend their time, what they focus on, how they think about their work and what decisions they make.
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Stuart Levine & Associates, a global leadership development and strategic communications company, today announced that Chris Hetner has joined the firm as a Senior Consultant. Mr. Hetner served as the Senior Cybersecurity Advisor to the Chair of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and as Head of Cybersecurity for the Office of Compliance Inspections and Examination at the SEC.
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Stuart Levine & Associates, a global leadership development and strategic communications company, today announced that Chris Hetner has joined the firm as a Senior Consultant. Mr. Hetner served as the Senior Cybersecurity Advisor to the Chair of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and as Head of Cybersecurity for the Office of Compliance Inspections and Examination at the SEC.
Develop Your Employees to Help Fill the Skills Gap
Source: Stuart Jenner/Shutterstock Developing your employees’ skills is more vitally important than ever. The workforce recruitment and talent management firm ManpowerGroup reported that 45% of the organizations in its recent survey found that the skills they need were not available to them – the highest level since the firm started recording these statistics in 2006. For large employers, it’s even more problematic. Two-thirds of companies that have over 250 employees reported talent shortages.
Cybersecurity Is No Longer An Issue Reserved Strictly For CIOs And CISOs
CEOs and their boards must now own cybersecurity. CEOs need to establish the right culture to protect against cyber risk. Boards need to establish cyber as a material business financial risk and need to better understand the potential of its material impact on business. getty The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed new rules on cyber-risk management, strategy, governance, and incident disclosure are coming.
Cybersecurity Is No Longer An Issue Reserved Strictly For CIOs And CISOs
CEOs and their boards must now own cybersecurity. CEOs need to establish the right culture to protect against cyber risk. Boards need to establish cyber as a material business financial risk and need to better understand the potential of its material impact on business. getty The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed new rules on cyber-risk management, strategy, governance, and incident disclosure are coming.
Continuous Learning Based On Ethics And Courage
Continuous learning not only keeps you young, but provides a catapult for continuous growth, both personally and professionally. Learning from others is a common trait in successful value-driven leaders. Observing, listening, and ongoing communication, which can often be hard and challenging, is a creative, yet disciplined process that leads to the evolution of innovative outcomes.
Credit Union Times
Source: Shutterstock. We have all endured disruptions to our personal and professional lives this year. In anticipation of a new year, it’s appropriate to think about what we’ve learned, and how best to respond to and prepare ourselves for the continuation of economic volatility and challenges to the human spirit. We all make conscious decisions every minute, hour and day. Choosing to be grateful will make you happier.
Board Effectiveness: Fundamental Truths in Volatile Times
Source: Shutterstock Whether you are serving on the board of a publicly-traded company, private company or credit union, self-assessments are important in that they serve to increase the standards of accountability. Engaging in an evaluation process that is driven by an independent third party will establish a baseline that strengthens the board in an inclusionary fashion, and ensures a future that adheres to regulatory and compliance trends.
The Powerful Role Of Trust, Values And Relationships In The C-Suite
The role of trust and values in managing relationships is critical today. Conduct Yourself and Your Business with Integrity was the 4th Fundamental The Six Fundamentals of Success, a book I authored in 2004, but is even more relevant today. CEOs loved this book as they understood the importance of living these fundamentals as modeling behavior that becomes the basis of a trusting culture.
Looking in the Mirror With Candor & Trust
Source: AdobeStock During a storm, you can either take cover in the basement or lean into the weather by understanding the storm and its approaching consequences. Leaning into learning implies that you understand there is an existing storm today, and know that continuous learning is what’s going to enable you to grow, thrive and respond to changing conditions, both personally and professionally.
Leaning Into Learning
This month I had the pleasure of being invited to give a keynote address at the Corporate Issuer & Institutional Investor Forum, the Fourth Annual Corporate Governance Forum Co-Hosted by Broadridge Financial Solutions & The University of Miami - Herbert School of Business. It was a privilege to partner with Paul Washington, Executive Director, The Conference Board, ESG Center on delivering this keynote. This conference focused on shareholder value, board governance and responses to ESG realities.
Members & Employees Will Flex Their Muscle Memory
Expert Opinion For their organizations to survive, credit union leaders must ensure their actions every single day line up with their values. Source: Shutterstock Credit unions have always distinguished themselves from their corporate competitors by focusing on a sense of purpose and the member. Organizations that don’t focus on a sense of purpose will not survive. Economic realities and technology are changing the business landscape permanently.
Building Technological Bridges Through Leadership
Getty getty The pandemic accelerated the introduction of artificial intelligence in all aspects of our lives. The rapid emergence of the digitization of platforms is bringing with it the critical importance of the role of the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Data indicates that 30% of current CTO’s expect their next role to be a CEO, which will require a new level of skills.
The Moment Of Trust Has Finally Arrived And Will Not Be Departing
Getty getty In our experience we have an ongoing focus on predictive analytics, which helps to form perspectives that guide our thinking and advice to our clients. Over the past two years, the impact of Covid-19 and the Omicron virus, combined with massive workforce resignations has created a new world reality. The world will never be the same. Striking technological innovations have in parallel redefined the work stream. Those organizations that do not adapt will not exist in the future.
The Moment Of Trust Has Finally Arrived And Will Not Be Departing
getty getty Over the past two years, the impact of Covid-19 and the Omicron virus, combined with massive workforce resignations has created a new world reality. The world will never be the same. Striking technological innovations have in parallel redefined the work stream. Those organizations that do not adapt will not exist in the future. We have participated in the emergence of changes for the past 25 years.
Effective Strategic Communication Is a Leadership Imperative
Source: Shutterstock. COVID-19 has led to changes in work patterns, and both management and employees have been opening their eyes to the benefits. With millions of employees now working offsite, Gallup reported that the majority would prefer to continue working remotely once restrictions ease, as they appreciate both the flexibility and balance that remote work can bring to one’s life.
Sustainability And Values For A Competitive Advantage
This is an exciting time of optimism and hope as people are vaccinated, U.S. infection rates are dropping and the public is ready to resume more activities. Pre-pandemic thinking and actions have changed as individuals are re-evaluating what they want their professional and personal world to look like. The focus has been on more values-based choices which is impacting where employees want to work, brands they want to buy and people they want to associate with.
Sustainability and Social Responsibility Increase in Importance
Source: Shutterstock The election to Exxon’s board of three activist directors who are focused on environmental sustainability was an eye opener for many corporate C-suite executives. This may not seem immediately relevant for credit unions, which are owned by members who elect their organizations’ volunteer boards. Yet, the same dynamic that is playing out on the corporate landscape applies to credit unions as well.
Important Data Trends Require Action
Source: Adobe Stock The election to Exxon’s board of three activist directors who are focused on environmental sustainability was an eye-opener for many corporate C-suite executives. This may not seem immediately relevant for credit unions, which are owned by members who elect their organizations’ volunteer boards. Yet, the same dynamic that is playing out on the corporate landscape applies to credit unions as well.
Don’t Get Left Behind On ESG
The election of three activist directors to Exxon’s Board was an eye-opener for many senior managers and C-suite executives. Yet for others it was not surprising. Numerous reports have shown that attention to climate change, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility have been, and are becoming even more, important to customers, employees, and shareholders.
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