Calgary’s urban tree canopy is to receive a nearly $61m funding boost following an agreement between the City of Calgary and the Government of Canada as part of its 2 Billion Trees (2BT) programme. The funding will result in 930,000 new trees planted in the city, helping to maximise canopy expansion and provide equitable access
Office design firm Peldon Rose surveyed 1,000 UK adults who work from the office at least one day a week, asking how they feel about office work and what employers can do to make the office more appealing. Of those asked, 61% said they wished for a better atmosphere and 56% said they would work
In today’s saturated market, the brands that truly resonate with consumers are those that tell compelling stories. I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse clients across various industries, helping them craft their unique brand stories. Hence, I have seen firsthand how effective storytelling can elevate a brand’s presence and create meaningful connections. Here are
Marking a milestone in recognising excellence in customer service, the sixth edition of the Customer Happiness Awards (CHA), organised by Plan3Media, took place amidst grand fanfare recently at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi. The prestigious event, which saw a record-breaking number of nominations this year, finalists from over 53 companies across 16 categories, continued to
Popular marketing agency FP7McCann KSA has announced the appointment of Nourhan Moaaz as Creative Director for FP7McCann in Saudi Arabia. The strategic move aims to bolster MCN’s leadership team in a key market, strengthening the company’s commitment to enhancing its creative capabilities in the region. With over 14 years of experience within the FP7McCann network,
node.vc, a Nordic early-stage venture capital firm led by veterans of leading startups and scaleups (including eye tracking scaleup Tobii and Tobii Dynavox and video game pioneers Paradox Interactive), has closed a €71 million fund, to double down on building an ecosystem for entrepreneurs. Cornerstone investors in the new fund include Stockholm-based Saminvest (a venture
Ratan Tata, who passed away on October 9, was a revered figure in Indian business and the former chairman of Tata Sons. Known for his visionary leadership, he profoundly impacted the Tata Group and the wider business community. From 1991 to 2012, Tata transformed the Tata Group into a global powerhouse, overseeing the acquisition of
A king penguin chick named Pesto, who weighs a whopping 22 kilograms, is quickly becoming a viral sensation and a major attraction at the Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium in Australia. At just nine months, Pesto has already surpassed the combined weight of his parents, Hudson and Tango, who each weigh 11 kilograms. His impressive size
Prince Harry spoke out about the dangers of social media and its harmful impact on children recently, calling on shareholders of social media companies and parents to demand change. Speaking at the Clinton Global Initiative in Manhattan, the Duke of Sussex said young people were being “disproportionately affected” by negative experiences online, calling it an
Hong Kong’s popular Wine and Dine Festival is back with exciting changes. It will extend to five days and promote eco-friendliness by eliminating plastic cups. Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the festival will take place at the Central Harbourfront from October 23 to 27. Over 300 booths will offer a wide variety of
