Leadership
In the Starlight: Jason Phillips’ Unexpected Path to Johnson Procurement
In the Starlight: Jason Phillips’ Unexpected Path to Johnson Procurement Jason Phillips joined the US Air Force in 1994 and planned to serve for at least 20 years, but a medical separation led him to transition into a new career path. Phillips was able to leverage his experience as an Air Force contracting officer to […]
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Discord co-founder and CEO Jason Citron is stepping down
Discord co-founder and CEO Jason Citron is stepping down Discord co-founder and CEO Jason Citron is stepping down from his position, effective April 28th. Humam Sakhnini, former Activision Blizzard and King executive, will take over as the new CEO of Discord. Citron will remain on the board of directors and serve as an advisor to […]
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Francis, a pope of many firsts: 5 essential reads
Francis, a pope of many firsts: 5 essential reads Pope Francis was a pope of many firsts, including being the first modern pope from outside Europe, the first whose papal name honors St. Francis of Assisi, and the first Jesuit pope. Francis was known for his inclusive approach to LGBTQ+ issues, famously saying “If someone […]
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Ethical leadership can boost well-being and performance in remote work environments
Ethical leadership can boost well-being and performance in remote work environments Research conducted by a team with over 60 years of combined leadership experience found that ethical leadership can boost well-being and performance in remote work environments, even when employees are not face-to-face with their managers. The studies showed that salespeople who perceive their leaders […]
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Linda McMahon at ASU+GSV 2025: “I’m Very Interested in New Learning Technologies”
Linda McMahon at ASU+GSV 2025: “I’m Very Interested in New Learning Technologies” Linda McMahon, US Secretary of Education, expressed interest in new learning technologies that stimulate kids, rather than bureaucracy. McMahon acknowledged that she doesn’t have a blueprint for the best technology and emphasized the importance of having an educated workforce to succeed globally. The […]
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Trump’s nomination for NASA leader boasts business and commercial spaceflight experience during a period of uncertainty for the agency
Trump’s nomination for NASA leader boasts business and commercial spaceflight experience during a period of uncertainty for the agency Jared Isaacman, billionaire CEO and founder of Shift4, has been nominated by the Trump administration to become the next NASA administrator, marking a significant shift in leadership for the agency. Isaacman’s background in business and commercial […]
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Linda McMahon at ASU+GSV 2025 “I’m Very Interested in New Learning Technologies”
Linda McMahon at ASU+GSV 2025 “I’m Very Interested in New Learning Technologies” Linda McMahon, US Secretary of Education, emphasized her interest in new learning technologies that stimulate kids, rather than bureaucracy, during the ASU+GSV 2025 ed-tech conference. McMahon acknowledged that she doesn’t have a blueprint for the best technology, but stressed the importance of having […]
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Meet Alex Olley: Air Force Veteran Powering the Space Station
Meet Alex Olley: Air Force Veteran Powering the Space Station Alex Olley, an Air Force veteran from South Carolina, serves as a contract specialist at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, supporting the International Space Station. Olley joined NASA as a Pathways intern in January 2023 and manages the procurement of supplies, services, and research for the […]
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The ‘courage to be’ in uncertain times − how one 20th-century philosopher defined bravery
The ‘courage to be’ in uncertain times − how one 20th-century philosopher defined bravery Philosopher Paul Tillich defined “the courage to be” as an ethical act that involves affirming oneself despite conflicting elements, and it’s not just an attitude or disposition, but a deed that requires sacrifice for a higher cause. Tillich’s concept of the […]
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NASA+ to Stream Nomination Hearing for Next Agency Administrator
NASA+ to Stream Nomination Hearing for Next Agency Administrator Jared Isaacman will participate in a nomination hearing to become the next NASA administrator on April 9 at 10 a.m. EDT before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The nomination hearing will be streamed live on NASA+ and also available on the committee’s […]
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