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Incentives and Performance: Aligning Pay with Outcomes Incentive structures vary across industries, reflecting differences in business models, risk profiles, and growth horizons. Some organizations prioritize short-term performance rewards, while others emphasize incentives linked to operational excellence, innovation, or long-term value creation. For CEOs, incentive design plays a central role in translating strategy into execution. Incentive […]

As yet another year closes, many executive offices are reviewing what worked and what didn’t, what sold and what didn’t, what blew up and what overflowed. In addition to national responsibility, many of our member CEOs have other countries in Asia as well as Australia/New Zealand reporting to them. Growth is about reflecting on management […]

For several years, the members of the CI network have welcomed guest experts on investing, cyber currencies, and taxation. CEOs want to know the in and outs of using their resources wisely, realizing tax benefits, and planning for later years in our careers. It has been difficult to find someone who can talk about everything […]

In CEO Insights, a common topic over the years has been human resources. People are the lifeblood of any business. A few good people, can make the difference between failure and overwhelming success. In 2025, many companies are trying to sell us artificial intelligence (AI). We hear in meetings, at events, and even as we […]

For any CEO in Japan for more than a few years, the dramatic increase in tourists is undeniable.  Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto are the destinations of people from Europe, China, America, and a myriad of other countries around the world that we never saw visit Japan in the past.  In 2024, Japan saw nearly 37 […]

The Evolution of Human Connections: Unlocking the Future of Technology As we navigate the complexities of our increasingly interconnected world, it's essential to reflect on how far we've come. From the early days of metal-based currency to the rise of paper bills and digital transactions, commerce has undergone a significant transformation. The internet has revolutionized […]

  An Executive View On Real Estate And Investments In Japan The famous American cowboy of yesteryear is remembered by many for his no-nonsense comments on life and in many cases investing.  Will Rogers will never be forgotten for many of his thoughts.  He would frequently say something to the tune of, "Buy real estate, […]

 As a CEO, your ongoing challenge is not just managing resources but maximizing human potential. How do we cultivate high-performance teams, engage effectively, ensure collaborative success across all business units, and reward their achievements? These are questions that every leader faces, especially in today's demanding market.  This event is really PART 2 of our original […]

Thousands of college graduates proclaim they want to be CEOs at graduation.  Running a business is not for the faint of heart and in the end very few people end up being the top dog in any business.  Being a CEO is not just about a proclamation you made in your youth.  It’s about hard […]

Building a business is a part of every executive’s career.  It’s all about building our brand and company for our team.  Most people enter an industry and stay in that area for the duration of their careers. In the October luncheon, we will welcome an executive who has built businesses in multiple areas.  He started […]