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Meet our Director of Operations, Isaac Wilkins! 👋 Isaac has been with the Knight's Team since 2020 and our Director of Operations since 2022! If you've worked with Isaac, tell us about your experience working with him in the comments! #MeetTheTeam #KnightsSolutions

The poverty dilemma You Can Never Cure Poverty: A Multifaceted Perspective Poverty: A Subjective Lens The renowned economist Milton Friedman once succinctly stated, "You never can cure poverty. Poverty is in the eye of the beholder."1 This seemingly paradoxical assertion invites us to explore the multifaceted nature of poverty and its perception. The Measurement Dilemma Income alone doesn’t capture the full picture of well-being. As Friedman pointed out, consumption matters just as much—if not more—than income. Consider this: while wage disparities have widened, access to basic amenities (like dishwashers, sewing machines, and televisions) has become more equal across households. In terms of consumption, the gap narrows, challenging the conventional narrative of increasing inequality. Leadership Management and Poverty Alleviation Effective leadership plays a pivotal role in addressing poverty. Here are some key considerations: Vision and Strategy: Leaders must envision a poverty-free society and develop comprehensive strategies. These strategies should encompass education, healthcare, employment, and social safety nets. A clear roadmap ensures coordinated efforts toward poverty reduction. Inclusive Policies: Leaders should advocate for policies that empower marginalized communities. These policies might include targeted subsidies, vocational training, and microfinance initiatives. By fostering inclusivity, leaders can create pathways out of poverty. Collaboration: Poverty eradication requires collaboration across sectors. Governments, NGOs, businesses, and academia must work together. Leaders who foster partnerships amplify their impact. Data-Driven Decision-Making: Here, artificial intelligence (AI) enters the scene. AI algorithms can analyze vast datasets, identifying patterns and predicting outcomes. For instance: Predictive Analytics: AI can forecast poverty trends, helping leaders allocate resources effectively. Financial Inclusion: AI-powered credit scoring models enable financial institutions to serve the unbanked and underbanked. Healthcare Optimization: AI assists in disease detection, drug discovery, and healthcare delivery. The Role of AI in Poverty Alleviation Artificial intelligence isn’t a panacea, but it offers promising avenues: Precision Targeting: AI algorithms can identify vulnerable populations more accurately. Whether it’s identifying malnourished children or predicting crop failures, precision matters. Job Creation: AI-driven industries (such as data science, robotics, and cybersecurity) create jobs. Leaders can encourage skill development in these areas. Education Access: AI-powered personalized learning platforms can bridge educational gaps. Imagine an AI tutor adapting to each student’s pace and learning style. Social Safety Nets: AI can optimize social welfare programs, ensuring benefits reach those who need them most.

Our CEO Johnny Sandquist was at RIA Edge West with Rob Madore, VP at MarshBerry. We're diving into the future of the wealth industry—and Rob's got a hot take you won't want to miss. Watch the whole video to find out his most controversial belief about the industry. https://lnkd.in/gmSxas8A #RIAEdge #WealthManagement #IndustryInsights

As cyber threats continue to evolve in today’s digital landscape, becoming more sophisticated and targeted, the stakes have never been higher for organizations to protect sensitive data and ensure business continuity. learn how Amy is shaping the future of cybersecurity at Guidehouse!

Terrific news, congratulations to all of my colleagues at Stonehage Fleming. The Spear's Magazine’s Awards acknowledge and honour entrepreneurs, philanthropists and leaders for their innovation, success and outstanding contribution to the wealth management world and beyond.  Awards are decided by a panel comprised of independent judges who have been selected on the grounds of their outstanding sector-specific expertise, alongside two members of the Spear’s editorial and research team. As the pre-eminent independent adviser to many of world’s leading families and wealth creators, Stonehage Fleming is one of the most significant multi-family offices the world, with exceptional experience and expertise meeting the often complex needs of wealthy Canadian families and entrepreneurs with an international footprint. We help manage and protect their wealth now and for future generations with high quality strategic advice and operational support and execution. We are able to draw on a rich array of in-house experience and expertise to manage and protect their wealth; working closely with families' existing offices, advisers and our extensive network of professional firms. #familyoffice #intergenerationalsuccess #multifamilyoffice #FamilyGovernance #WealthStewardship #GovernanceAndSuccession #FamilyLegacy #Canada #GenerationalWealth #LegacyPlanning

Over the weekend, we marked Aaron Chaltry’s incredible decade with us at Titus! From building connections to leading major projects, his journey reflects the heart of our core values. Cheers to many more years of success and making an impact! Check out our blog to learn more about Aaron and his journey over the last 10 years > https://lnkd.in/dBRh6PtK #TitusTalent #TitusTalentStrategies #TitusAnniversary

SCOOP: Azul's pursuit of a merger with Gol has gained momentum, with talks underway for a deal with the controlling shareholder of the rival Brazilian airline, according to people familiar with the matter. Read our full story on Bloomberg! With Rachel Gamarski, Erin Hudson, cristiane lucchesi, and Crayton Harrison #latinamerica #airlines #breakingnews #brazil #emergingmarkets #merger

🎉Please join us in congratulating Robert Housley, General Manager of Midway City Sanitary District, the newest member of SDRMA's Board of Directors! He took his Oath of Office yesterday and we couldn't be more excited to have him on board! Robert joins our distinguished group of Board members, including: Sandy Seifert-Raffelson, Mike Scheafer, Robert Swan, Jesse Claypool, Timothy Unruh, and Thomas Wright. Welcome, Robert!! 🎉 #youandIareSDRMA #weareSDRMA #SDRMAcares #specialdistrictsrock #publicagencyriskmanagement #riskmanagementpooling #CAriskmanagement #weheartspecialdistricts #riskmanagement

Meet our Chief Executive Officer, Marthinus Stander. His passion for consistency in everything he does and all we do as a business, is best described by his favourite quote, "How you do anything, is how you do everything." #MeetTheCoop #RainbowChicken #MoreThanJustChicken

Discover why Stacy, our Director of Experience, is passionate about ATG & our incredible clients! 🌟 Have you had a positive experience with Stacy & the rest of our team? Let us know in the comments below! #ATGfamily #companyculture #ourclients #managedit #manageditservices