Simone Devereaux
Columnist
As a columnist for The Executive American, Simone Devereaux authors the 'Main Street Pulse' column, exploring the intersection of small business economics, consumer trends, and leadership. She specializes in translating complex economic indicators and labor market trends into narrative-driven stories that reveal how corporate strategies impact the broader workforce. By bridging the gap between boardroom decisions and everyday consumer behavior, her work provides modern professionals with critical insights into the real-world dynamics of the American economy.
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Executive leadership changes: Navigating for growth
Poorly managed CEO transitions are destroying close to $1 trillion in value annually among S&P 1500 companies, impacting countless shareholders and employees, according to Spenglerfox .
Jul 30, 2026 · 3 min read
India Advises Kailash Pilgrims to Secure China Travel Permits
Around 52 Indian pilgrims were recently stranded in Kathmandu, Nepal, a stark consequence of lacking valid Chinese visas and entry permits for the sacred Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, according to The Tim
Jun 28, 2026 · 4 min read
SoftBank eyes stake in TEPCO for Japan's AI energy boom
SoftBank Group, a global tech investment powerhouse, is in talks to acquire a stake in Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TEPCO), Japan's largest utility.
Jun 24, 2026 · 2 min read
Substack creators leverage AI to boost output
An analysis by GPTZero of top Substack newsletters estimated that seven 'significantly rely' on AI in their written output, often without explicit disclosure, according to WIRED .
Jun 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Executive Candidate Expectations Beyond Salary in 2026
In September 2025, Oxford Saïd Business School will launch a new Human Leadership Development program, signaling a profound shift in what companies expect from their top executives.
Jun 18, 2026 · 5 min read
Catastrophe Models Now Predict Wars, Aiding Global Risk Assessment
After the Iran war started on February 28, Lloyds of London quoted premiums for marine war risk in the Strait of Hormuz as high as 1% of a vessel's value per voyage.
Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read
Lloyds plans $4 billion SRT to boost lending
Lloyds Banking Group Plc is preparing to offload risk from a $4 billion portfolio, even as its total lending surged by 5% to £481.
Jun 11, 2026 · 2 min read
Smucker profit tops expectations on strong coffee sales
J.M. Smucker's adjusted earnings per share for its fiscal fourth quarter soared to $2.77, exceeding Wall Street estimates by a surprising 20.4%, according to AlphaStreet . This substantial beat reveal
Jun 9, 2026 · 2 min read
CEO Succession Planning: Best Practices for Boards and CEOs
The cost of failed CEO succession planning is nearly a trillion dollars annually for the S&P 1500 alone, according to Paradigmpersonality.
Jun 6, 2026 · 4 min read
AfDB Tentatively Allocates $650M for Uganda Railroad
The African Development Bank has tentatively allocated $650 million to Uganda's Standard Gauge Railway, a project valued at over $3 billion, even as its primary contractor's agreement was recently can
May 31, 2026 · 3 min read
Malaysian Defense Minister Prioritizes Strategic Spending Over Budget Hike
Malaysia's Defense Minister has declared the nation will not rush to increase its defense budget in 2026, opting instead for a balanced approach that integrates national development, according to The
May 30, 2026 · 2 min read
2026 World Cup Spending Boosts Global Brands with Digital, Diverse Audiences
Even before a single match is played, Adidas has already sold approximately $292 million in 2026 World Cup products, signaling an unprecedented commercial bonanza for brands.
May 26, 2026 · 3 min read
Ebola outbreak confirmed in Congo, straining resources
Authorities in northeastern Congo banned funeral wakes and gatherings of more than 50 people to curb a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak.
May 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Restaurants Face Squeezed Margins Amid Rising Food Costs
In April, a 25-pound box of tomatoes for Tony's Taverna in Three Rivers cost $18.
May 23, 2026 · 3 min read
FBI to Deploy Police for 2026 World Cup Drone Threat Preparedness
For the upcoming FIFA World Cup, the FBI plans to deploy approximately 60 specially trained state and local police officers.
May 22, 2026 · 3 min read
Stellantis Launches FaSTLAne 2030 Turnaround Plan for Brand Reset
Stellantis is betting over $69 billion and launching 60 new vehicles by 2030, including 29 fully-electric models, in a desperate bid to redefine its future.
May 21, 2026 · 3 min read