Artificial Intelligence is transforming how leaders think, not just how they work. This article explores how AI unlocks divergent thinking — the creative, expansive mindset that drives innovation — and why global executives must harness both machine precision and human imagination to navigate today’s cultural and strategic complexity. GLG breaks down what creative leadership looks like in the AI era and how institutions can turn insight into aligned, culturally intelligent strategy.

In today’s rapidly changing landscape, transformative leadership isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a business imperative. This piece explores how leaders like Satya Nadella, Melanie Perkins, and Jeff Bezos turned vision into action by aligning strategy, culture, and innovation. Learn how forward-thinking organizations can cultivate adaptability, empower employees, and sustain competitive advantage in the face of constant change.

From Europe to the U.S., corporations are facing mounting pressure to back away from values-based language, DEI efforts, and progressive partnerships. But these political flashpoints are more than just culture wars, they reveal a deeper question: What does it really mean to lead with values in a changing world? This blog unpacks the global anti-“woke” sentiment and offers strategic insight for leaders navigating reputation, risk, and responsibility.

When growth gets complicated, leadership alignment is everything. GLG’s coaching and mentoring programs are designed for institutions navigating high-stakes transitions, communication challenges, and team development. Here’s how we help leaders move with clarity and purpose.

New U.S. tariffs are disrupting global trade and forcing institutions to rethink everything from sourcing and compliance to leadership messaging and public trust. In this moment of economic and geopolitical volatility, strategic clarity isn’t optional—it’s urgent.

The controversy surrounding American Eagle's Sydney Sweeney campaign shows how quickly cultural messaging can become political. Here’s what brands and institutions can learn about reputation, representation, and trust in a global marketplace.

As global brands enter new markets, the unintended consequences of expansion are becoming harder to ignore. From rising housing costs to cultural erasure, gentrification is no longer just a local issue—it’s a global signal that companies must grow with more care. This blog explores how cities like Barcelona and Rio are pushing back, and what businesses can do to lead with integrity, inclusion, and respect for place.

A Generation at Risk: Why Defunding Youth Programs Hurts Everyone

The sudden closure of Job CORPS displaced hundreds of at-risk young people overnight, highlighting a growing national crisis. Across the U.S., youth justice alternatives and workforce development programs are being cut, leaving vulnerable teens with fewer pathways and harsher consequences. This isn’t just a youth issue—it’s a societal one. When we lose these programs, we lose public safety, workforce stability, and the future economic health of our communities.