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10 Business Leaders Who Empower – and Help Their Companies Win in Tough Times

As people feel increasingly powerless, these leaders show how employee empowerment drives resilience, trust and long term business success.

By Chris Benguhe, RaeAnne Marsh and Elaine Pofeldt | March 12, 2026

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The Secrets of Dave Alexander’s Powerful (and Unique) Path to Success

How taking care of people, 287 triathlons, and an unexpected honor later in life shaped his incredible legacy – and there’s more to come.

By Chris Benguhe, RaeAnne Marsh and Elaine Pofeldt | March 19, 2026
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Garry Ridge: Leadership Is Purpose, Not Power

Another insightful exclusive excerpt from former WD-40 wunderkind CEO’s newest book.

By Garry Ridge | March 5, 2026

Featuring the Center’s TOP Social Capital Business Leaders for March 2026

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Mark Donohue

Founder & Executive Chairman at LifeGuides
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Ed Bastian

CEO at Delta Air Lines
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Tarang Amin

Chairman & CEO at e.l.f. Beauty
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Vince Barsolo

CEO at Televerde
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Amy Lemire

Founder of AIM Training and Consulting Inc.
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Jeff Abella

CEO & Co-Founder at Moka Origins
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Ishan Tigunait

Co-Founder at Moka Origins
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Gary Sagiv

CEO at Motion Informatics LTD
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Richard Sheridan

CEO & Co-Founder at Menlo Innovations
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Keith Wakeman

Founder & CEO at SuperBetter
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As Barry-Wehmiller Transitions to a New Generation of Leadership, One Thing Stays the Same: Its Focus on People

Chairman Bob Chapman and his son, company president Kyle Chapman, still operate on the principle that all team members ‘are somebody’s precious child.’

By Chris Benguhe, RaeAnne Marsh and Elaine Pofeldt | February 24, 2026
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Authors of 'Capital Evolution' Share a Bold Reassessment of Capitalism in America

Seth Levine and Elizabeth McBride argue for an alternative model that recognizes the increasing influence of business in society and the need for companies to consider stakeholders beyond just shareholders. 

By Chris Benguhe, RaeAnne Marsh and Elaine Pofeldt | February 12, 2026
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Matt Wilkerson Breaks Down the Barriers to Entry for Millions of Young Job Seekers

Extern co-founder creates access and opportunity for students and learners when the job application demands ‘experience.’

By Chris Benguhe, RaeAnne Marsh and Elaine Pofeldt | January 29, 2026

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To Tarang Amin, creating an ownership mindset is a critical step toward empowering the company’s team. Part of that endeavor means holding regular open forums where employees can openly share ideas. “Just as important, we act on what we hear,” Amin says. “When people see their input shaping decisions and put into action, it reinforces ownership and trust. We say, ‘One Team, One Dream,’ and we mean it; accountability comes from caring about one another and the business we all own.” Read more of Amin’s ideas in “10 Business Leaders Who Empower – and Help Their Companies Win in Tough Times.”

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    Wealth for Everyone: How Business Can Actually Deliver It

    Mike Brady discusses how we are on the verge of a business revolution of access, fairness and economic empowerment.

    By Chris Benguhe, RaeAnne Marsh and Elaine Pofeldt | February 5, 2026
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    Venture Capitalist Brad Feld: Why It's Important to 'Give First'

    The co-founder of Foundry Group and Techstars shares insights from his new book ‘Give First’ about how his philosophy of enlightened self-interest eventually leads to wild returns.

    By Brad Feld | January 22, 2026

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    The Dave Alexander Center for Social Capital is the world's leading center for people-centric business strategies. Through its flagship publication, the Social Capital Insider, and its other divisions, the center provides a platform for trailblazing Social Capital leaders to share their insights. These leaders, through interviews, events, and teaching modules, showcase how they are transforming society for the better, achieving success for their businesses, their people, and the world at large. Our diverse readership includes business-to-business and business-to-consumer readers, ranging from 25 to 65 years old, and features high-level founders and C-suite leaders.

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    Garry Ridge Supercharged WD-40 on Heart and the Powerful ‘Why’ Connection for Its Employees and Customers

    'Soft' takes hard work – and creates stronger results, as Garry proved at WD-40 and now coaches through 'The Learning Moment.'

    By Chris Benguhe, RaeAnne Marsh and Elaine Pofeldt | January 8, 2026
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    SMART Technologies Develops Solutions That Save Teachers Time and Help School Administrators Improve Their Outcomes

    CEO Nicholas Svensson nurtures ‘connections that matter,’ bringing real solutions to schools around the world.

    By Chris Benguhe, RaeAnne Marsh and Elaine Pofeldt | October 30, 2025