Colcom Foundation continues to shape philanthropic practice through sustained investment in community resilience and evidence-based grantmaking. Founded with a commitment to long-term stewardship, the organization has built a reputation for disciplined giving and collaborative partnerships that prioritize measurable results over short-term visibility. The foundation’s approach emphasizes strategic support for organizations working in...
Greg Soros argues that children's literature must serve simultaneously as mirrors and windows, reflecting young readers back to themselves while opening vistas onto lives and cultures beyond their own. In a recent feature in Walker Magazine, he framed this dual function as essential to fostering empathy, identity formation, and critical thinking from an early age. Soros contends that representation matters not as a token gesture but as a...
Under the leadership of James Rondeau, the Art Institute of Chicago has markedly expanded its contemporary collection, reshaping the museum’s profile and public programming. In recent years the institution has accelerated acquisitions of living artists, diversified its holdings, and staged high-profile installations that signal a sustained commitment to current artistic practices. Museum officials say the expansion reflects a strategic...
The electrical infrastructure industry faces a critical challenge: aging workers are retiring faster than new talent enters the field. Karl Studer has made workforce development a central focus of his leadership, recognizing that technical skill pipelines determine future industry capacity.His approach to talent development stems from personal experience. After graduating from Northwest Lineman College as a journeyman lineman, he benefited from...
Under the leadership of James Rondeau, the Art Institute of Chicago has significantly deepened and diversified its contemporary art holdings, moving beyond the institution’s renowned Impressionist and Post-impressionist strengths. James Rondeau’s tenure as president and director has prioritized strategic acquisitions and transformative gifts that expand representation across Pop Art, Minimalism, Conceptual art and photography. A...
Jason Bernhard's three decades of healthcare investment banking experience encompass advisory work on some of the sector's most complex transactions. His role advising healthcare clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures provides relevant context for Acadia Healthcare's growth strategy.Healthcare mergers and acquisitions present unique challenges compared to other industries. Regulatory approvals from state health...
Crissy Cáceres , head of Brooklyn Friends School, outlined a pedagogy centered on inquiry, community, and ethical leadership in a recent profile explaining the school's educational philosophy. The school’s approach, she said, integrates Quaker values with contemporary instructional practice to foster critical thinking, social responsibility, and academic excellence. Under Crissy Cáceres’s leadership, Brooklyn Friends emphasizes...
Climate Justice and the Unequal Burden of DiseaseThe health impacts of rising temperatures fall unevenly across populations, creating profound justice concerns. Countries and communities that contributed least to greenhouse gas emissions often suffer most acutely from climate change's health impacts while having the fewest resources to respond."Currently, lower-income countries—particularly those in tropical regions—bear the higher burden of...
Brooklyn Friends School presents itself as a rigorous, values-driven independent school that serves students from early childhood through grade 12. Rooted in Quaker principles, the institution emphasizes integrity, community, and respect while delivering a college-preparatory curriculum designed to foster intellectual curiosity and social responsibility. At the core of the Brooklyn Friends School's pedagogy is the belief that education...
How Precious Metals Perform During Economic UncertaintyEconomic turbulence often leaves investors searching for reliable safe-haven assets. Gold and silver have historically provided stability when traditional markets falter, offering protection during volatile periods that challenge conventional investment wisdom.Understanding Safe-Haven DemandWhen stock markets decline sharply or currencies face devaluation pressure, precious metals typically...