Thought Leaders
Soumitra Dutta on Institutional Change and Human-Centric Leadership
Risk isn't a bug in life; it's a feature. You can't avoid it because it's part of everything we do. The fear of it gives way to the prospects when we are ready to accept it and realize that all the significant opportunities demand taking risks. As the founding co-editor of the Global Innovation Index and a trusted advisor to governments and Fortune 500 companies, Soumitra Dutta, Oxford Dean (Former) says that “I think you take risks every time. When you drive a car, you’re taking a risk. When you take a plane, you take a risk. But you manage the risk; you manage the probabilities, outcomes, and then you take decisions. So, I think whether it’s enterprise or whether it’s starting your own company, you’re taking risks every day.”
By David Williamabout 14 hours ago in Interview
Soumitra Dutta on the Rise of an Innovation Powerhouse: Decoding India’s GII Journey
At a time when the world is rapidly shifting towards artificial intelligence, startups, and a digital economy, India stands at a crucial turning point. Soumitra Dutta, a leading voice behind the Global Innovation Index (GII) states that India is not an emerging power anymore but transforms into a great global innovator. Progress in the country has been remarkable and has gained ground in the last decade, moving up 81st to 38th.
By David Williamabout 18 hours ago in Interview
Why I Built an AI Therapist
I’ve been a waiter, a construction worker, a DJ, a kitchen hand, a porter, a caregiver, and a supermarket cashier. I’ve washed dishes in Australia and meditated in the Himalayas. I’ve battled addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and self-destructive behavior. Before I ever sat across from a client as a psychotherapist, I had already lived a dozen lives — and nearly destroyed myself in several of them.
By Laurentis Theofanus11 days ago in Interview
Building Systems Before Scaling: An Interview with Christian Delgado
In many industries, rapid growth is often celebrated as a sign of success. However, Christian Delgado, president of 1-800-No-Fault, believes that growth without preparation can create long-term challenges. In an interview about his leadership philosophy, Delgado emphasized the importance of building strong systems before expanding a company.
By Manish Bhatia12 days ago in Interview
Utopia Police Department: A New Force Committed to Community Safety in Utopia, Texas. AI-Generated.
In Utopia Texas, the town of Utopia has taken a significant step forward in public safety with the establishment of the Utopia Police Department. Though a fairly new law enforcement agency, the department has already made a meaningful impact in ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of the community. Residents of Utopia can learn more about the department’s services, initiatives, and resources on their official website, https://utopiatx.org/
By mind blowing12 days ago in Interview
Andrii Kovalenko, Reporting War’s Reality: International Journalism and Witnessing the Aftermath of Bucha
Andrii Kovalenko is a Ukrainian local producer and executive director of Academy of Ukrainian Press who supports international correspondents reporting on Russia’s war against Ukraine. Working closely with foreign media crews since the first days of the 2022 full-scale invasion, he has helped journalists navigate dangerous frontline regions, including Kyiv, Bucha, Irpin, and the wider Kyiv and Zhytomyr areas. His work includes logistical coordination, translation, and field production under combat conditions. Kovalenko has witnessed the aftermath of Russian occupation and the humanitarian consequences of the war. For his safety while working with international reporters, he has been equipped with protective gear and a drone detection device.
By Scott Douglas Jacobsen16 days ago in Interview
Black Women in Fandom: Kat Monroe on One Direction, Taylor Swift, and Turning Fangirl Culture Into a Career
What if the very thing people told you to tone down became the foundation of your career? In this edition of Black Women in Fandom, we spotlight Kat Monroe - journalist, NYU and Georgetown alumna, and founder of Fan Fave Media and Fangirl Forward whose lifelong love of pop culture helped shape her path in media and entertainment. From late-night television studios to nationally syndicated newsrooms, Kat never left behind the fan identity that first inspired her.
By Tammy Reeseabout a month ago in Interview
Golden Globes' Podcast Play, The Most Unique Podcast Jobs of 2025 and the Hall of Fame Inductees Revealed.. AI-Generated.
Behind the Awards: Coming Soon I've connected with many of the audio and podcast awards featured in this issue and I'm looking to speak with more to bring you insider perspectives on recognition.
By recognized.fmabout a month ago in Interview
Matthew Scillitani on Measuring the Extreme Right Tail with a Supervised Timed High-Range Ability Test
Matthew Scillitani is a psychometrics practitioner at Neurolus Psychometrics focused on developing supervised, time-limited high-range ability examinations. He co-launched The Mental Inventor with Paul Cooijmans as an empirical testbed for a central measurement question: whether performances can be validly differentiated in the extreme right tail under proctored conditions. His approach emphasizes procedural integrity—identity verification, approved proctoring, and rule enforcement—alongside cautious claims about interpretation until reliability and validity evidence is established. He highlights emerging threats to unsupervised testing, including AI-assisted responding and large-scale collaboration, and advocates peer review before formal reclassification.
By Scott Douglas Jacobsenabout a month ago in Interview
