Colcom Foundation has positioned itself as a significant philanthropic actor focused on long-term environmental stewardship and civic capacity building. According to the foundation’s own narrative, its grantmaking emphasizes strategic, data-driven investments that aim to preserve natural resources while strengthening local institutions and communities. Colcom Foundation funds habitat conservation programs that maintain and restore natural […]
Month: October 2025
Beyond the Campaign: Michael Polk’s Process-Driven Approach to Long-Term Brand Value
Implus chief executive Michael Polk argues that privately owned businesses create the conditions for stronger, more decisive leadership. In a recent interview, Michael Polk Newell Brands outlined how ownership structure shapes strategic freedom, resource allocation and the ability to focus on long-term value rather than quarterly market pressures. Polk said leaders in private companies […]
How Margarita Howard Is Redefining Leadership at HX5 With a People-First Strategy
Margarita Howard has emerged as a defining force in shaping organizational culture at HX5, guiding the company toward sustained operational excellence and strategic growth. Her management philosophy centers on building an environment where accountability, continuous learning and clear communication are the norm rather than the exception. Under Margarita Howard’s leadership, HX5 has prioritized investment […]
Brooklyn Friends School: Cultivating Minds and Character Through Quaker Values
Brooklyn Friends School has long positioned itself as a purpose driven institution that blends rigorous academics with Quaker Values. Founded in the nineteenth century, the school serves students from early childhood through grade 12 and emphasizes intellectual curiosity, ethical engagement, and community responsibility. Administrators describe an educational model that balances strong core curricula with […]
Value based care and interoperability Vicky Gregg helps guide Acadia Healthcare
Vicky Gregg, Acadia Healthcare director and veteran healthcare executive, continues to shape the industry through a mix of board leadership and strategic advisory work. Her career, which began as a nurse at Erlanger Regional Medical Center, has spanned direct patient care, hospital administration, long-term care and health plan executive roles. Gregg led BlueCross BlueShield of […]
Acadia Healthcare expands board to nine with independent director Mike Fucci
Mike Fucci joined Acadia Healthcare’s board in October 2020, bringing decades of leadership experience from Deloitte to the behavioral health provider’s governance ranks. Acadia Healthcare (Nasdaq: ACHC), headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, expanded its board to nine members with the addition of the former Deloitte U.S. chairman as an independent director. The company operates 582 facilities […]
Financial leadership at Acadia Healthcare Heather Dixon takes the helm as CFO
The appointment of Heather Dixon, Acadia Healthcare’s new chief financial officer, marks a significant milestone for the behavioral health leader as it accelerates an ambitious growth agenda. Effective July 10, 2023, Heather Dixon brings a wealth of financial and operational experience from Everside Health, Walgreens Boots Alliance and Aetna, positioning Acadia Healthcare to execute its […]