Author: Lauren Bell

I write about the world’s richest people and their businesses. I graduated from Miami University (OH). I recently completed an M.S. in Journalism at Columbia University with an investigative journalism focus. I am a New Jersey native living in Chicago.

The Considered, a healthcare marketing agency, has appointed Bam Zahraie as its Chief Experience Officer. In this role, Zahraie will focus on developing meaningful consumer experiences and fostering bonds within the healthcare community. He previously served as Global Innovation Lead for health and wellness, life sciences, and biotech clients at Havas Health & You, and will be reuniting with The Considered’s Founder and CEO, David Hunt. Pearlfisher has promoted Cait Starke to Head of Strategy. Starke, who joined the New York-based agency in 2021 as Strategy Director, will manage the studio’s team in creating and executing creative brand solutions for…

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Lee Do Hyun, the South Korean actor who stars in the Netflix series “The Glory,” recently shared his thoughts on the show in an interview with Cosmopolitan Korea. He revealed that the scene he found the scariest was when two of the antagonists visited his character’s clinic and started fighting in front of him. He explained that it was his first time being in a scene with the actors who played the bullies and that the fighting was so realistic that it frightened him. He admitted to being scared during the entire scene and said that he kept looking down.…

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Starbucks, the Seattle-based coffee giant, has announced that Laxman Narasimhan has officially taken over as the company’s CEO, succeeding Howard Schultz, who had served as interim CEO since last spring while the company searched for a new chief executive. Schultz will remain on the company’s board. Narasimhan, who was announced as the new CEO in September 2022, has most recently served as CEO of Reckitt, a UK-based consumer health, hygiene, and nutrition company, and was previously a longtime executive at PepsiCo. The new CEO has already visited more than 30 stores, manufacturing plants, and support centers around the world and…

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Marketing is a crucial component of business success in today’s fast-paced environment, and the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) is responsible for leading a company’s marketing initiatives. This includes developing and executing marketing strategies, branding, advertising, and sales activities. The CMO is a key member of the executive team, as their decisions can impact the overall performance and success of the organization. Networking has become increasingly important in the business world in recent years. Networking enables individuals to connect with like-minded professionals, share ideas and best practices, and build valuable relationships that can lead to future business opportunities. The CMO Network…

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In a recent deal, two limited liability companies (LLCs) swapped ownership of a retail center in Merrillville, Indiana. The retail center, which is located on 1.67 acres of land, was originally developed in 1997 and includes several national tenants. The LLCs involved in the transaction were 901 West Lincoln LLC and 8035 Broadway LLC. 901 West Lincoln LLC sold the retail center to 8035 Broadway LLC for $4.4 million, according to a press release from the brokerage firm that facilitated the deal. The retail center, which is located at 901 West Lincoln Highway, is anchored by a Walgreens pharmacy and…

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5G

Dorset Council has approved the installation of a new 5G phone mast in Portland, a small town located in the southern coast of England. The decision was made despite opposition from some residents who expressed concerns about the potential health risks associated with the new technology. The new 5G phone mast will be erected by Vodafone, one of the UK’s leading mobile network operators. It is expected to provide faster and more reliable mobile connectivity to residents and businesses in the area. The mast will also enable the deployment of new technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), which…

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Style and beauty are two intertwined aspects of personal presentation. Style refers to the way individuals express themselves through their clothing, accessories, and overall aesthetic, while beauty is about physical appearance, including skin, hair, and facial features. Fashion trends have evolved over time, with different cultures and eras embracing various styles. Today, fashion is not just about following trends but also about showcasing individuality and personality, with a range of options from street style to haute couture. Similarly, beauty can be enhanced through skincare routines, makeup, hair styling, and other grooming practices, which can boost an individual’s confidence. However, it…

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STARSPACE NFT marketplace and launchpad is set to launch on the layer 1 blockchain Aptos, with the goal of empowering creators, unlocking untapped potential, and transforming the NFT industry. STARSPACE received a grant from the Aptos Foundation to further develop the protocol. The marketplace has already partnered with multiple NFT projects, such as Aptos Dragon NFT and GameFi project Shotgun, to become the official marketplace for their in-game assets, NFTs, and weapons. Currently, Bluemove is the top marketplace on Aptos, with collections such as BigFoot Town, Blue Eye, and Wagmi Whales. Aptos is an independent project that aims to deliver…

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5G

Industry experts believe that China’s increased investment in superfast wireless technology, such as 5G and 6G, will provide new momentum for the country’s economic growth by promoting industrial upgrading and digital transformation in traditional sectors. China is currently leading the world in 5G development, having built over 2.54 million 5G base stations, with more than 575 million 5G smartphone users. The Chinese government plans to build an additional 600,000 5G base stations this year and establish over 10,000 5G-empowered factories during the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25) period. The country is also likely to spend 1.2 trillion yuan ($174.2 billion) on…

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Michelle Yeoh, the star of the film Everything Everywhere All At Once, recently made history by becoming the first Asian woman to win the ‘Best Actress’ award at the Academy Awards. Yeoh won the award for her portrayal of Evelyn Quan Wang, a middle-aged laundromat owner and Chinese-American immigrant who discovers multiple versions of herself in parallel universes in the film. The movie takes audiences on a mind-bending journey through genres, blending absurdist humor with heartfelt explorations of human connection as Evelyn tries to save the multiverse from destruction. Although Yeoh began her acting career in the 1980s, she was…

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