Rita-Rose Gagn茅 on the path to success
Rita-Rose Gagn茅 (EMBA鈥�12) is the Executive Vice-president of Growth Markets at Ivanho茅 Cambridge, a global commercial real estate firm.
In an interview with Desautels professor Karl Moore, she reveals some of her formative experiences from her early years, the key to working across cultures, and how her leadership style has evolved to encompass strategy and long-term vision.
Vito Piazza offers a glimpse into creative powerhouse Sid Lee
For Vito Piazza, President and Founding Partner of Sid Lee Toronto, strategy and storytelling are virtually intertwined.
Piazza recently joined Desautels professor Karl Moore鈥檚 The CEO Series to chat about the four pillars that transcend all activities at Sid Lee, namely strategy, creativity, account leadership, and production, as well as how he approaches leading a team of experts.
Bombardier-Airbus agreement means a shift in focus
Desautels professor Karl Moore shares insight into what Bombardier鈥檚 new product priorities will be, as they cede control of their CSeries planes to long-time competitor Airbus.聽
Bombardier is likely to move away from commercial aviation, according to Prof. Moore, favoring instead opportunities in executive jets and trains.
Despite union worries, the Bombardier-Airbus deal brings great possibilities
Amid uncertainty among Bombardier鈥檚 workforce and its representative union regarding the recent deal between Bombardier and Airbus, Professor Karl Moore weighs in on the great benefits that this agreement will yield, from greater credibility and a thriving economy, to a way to circumvent the heavy duties placed on Bombardier products by the U.S. Government.聽
Airbus and Bombardier鈥檚 CSeries: a perfect pairing
With the recent announcement of Airbus as a major partner behind Bombardier鈥檚 CSeries planes, experts, such as Desautels professor Karl Moore, agree unanimously that this is a step in the right direction for Bombardier.
According to Prof. Moore, through the backing of Airbus, the world鈥檚 second largest airplane producer, the CSeries project takes on greater viability and holds even more promise for economic success.
Boeing is on a mission to quell backlash
Following the imposition of heavy duties on Bombardier products by the U.S. Government, the Canadian Government has responded with a pledge to cancel an order of fighter jets from Boeing.
In the hopes of mending ruptured ties, Boeing has launched a PR campaign that Desautels professor Karl Moore critiques as a misuse of funds that would have been better allocated toward making superior aircrafts.
Revered chef Antonio Park on his upbringing and unshakable work ethic
Montreal-based chef Antonio Park is behind some of the city鈥檚 most renowned restaurants, including Park, Lavandaria, and Jatoba. In a recent interview with Desautels professor Karl Moore, Park revealed that he always knew he wanted to be a chef and that his unique blend of flavours comes from a deep understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures.
UK business and the need for introverted leadership
Research has shown that organizations worldwide are recognizing the strengths that introverts can bring to leadership positions. Britain, on the other hand, continues to favour exclusively extroverted personalities in its C-Suite.
Karl Moore hosts McGill Provost as latest guest on CEO Series
Provost Christopher Manfredi of 香蕉视频 recently joined Desautels professor Karl Moore on his CEO Series radio show to talk about his responsibilities as provost, as well as the defining aspects and future directions of McGill.
Along the way, he shared insights on his career trajectory and how his interest in politics ignited a career in academia that he did not initially foresee.
Does Bombardier鈥檚 fate lie with Alstom-Siemens?
In an address to the French National Assembly, Bruno Le Maire, Minister of Economy and Finance, suggested that the Alstom-Siemens alliance is destined to expand to include eventually Bombardier.
Professor Karl Moore weighs in on these speculations, stating that there is reason to believe that the future of rail manufacturing will be reserved for the bigger players.
Subsidies for Bombardier may pale in comparison
In light of the controversial decision by the U.S. Department of Commerce to impose 220 per cent tariffs on Bombardier products, an article in Les Affaires examines how Canada compares to other counties who subsidize their aerospace industry.
It turns out that Canada contributes considerably less to its aerospace industry (16%), as compared to the U.S. (63%), or France (27%).
Has Uber鈥檚 relationship with Quebec soured?
Desautels professor Karl Moore joined BNN to share his insight on Uber鈥檚 possible exit from the Quebec market over the new rules proposed by the provincial government. Prof. Moore views Uber as a healthy competitive presence that has yielded considerable improvements among the taxi industry, as well as created thousands of part-time jobs.
Turbulence for Bombardier on rail and aerospace fronts
The U.S. Department of Commerce is due to announce its preliminary determination in the countervailing duty investigation launched by Boeing Co., which some maintain will disfavor Bombardier.
The findings come as Bombardier faces challenges in its rail operations with news of a multi-billion dollar rail merger between Siemens AG and Alstom.
Air Canada sets sights on budget-friendly flights
At its latest Investor Day, Air Canada announced that it will be considering the possibility of introducing an ultra-low-cost airfare plan. The news comes as more and more airline companies, such as WestJet and Flair Airlines, begin to dabble in the cheapening airfare market.
Canada, UK up the ante on Boeing vs Bombardier
A CTV News piece about the latest developments in Boeing鈥檚 complaint against Bombardier states that London is now pressuring the White House because wings for the C Series are made in Northern Ireland, and Ottawa is hinting that its deal to buy $6.3 billion worth of Boeing鈥檚 Super Hornet fighters may be up in the air.
