Month: February 2026

In a recent Young Upstarts interview, Michael Polk Newell Brands outlined why executives often flourish within privately owned companies, arguing that ownership structure fundamentally shapes leadership opportunity and organizational agility. Polk, chief executive of Implus, framed the private-sector environment as one that permits sustained strategic thinking and faster decision-making free from the short-term pressures of…

Kelcy Warren, inducted into the Hart Energy Hall of Fame, used the honor as an occasion to reflect on a career that reshaped the U.S. midstream energy sector. The ceremony recognized a trajectory defined by ambitious infrastructure projects, strategic acquisitions and a focus on delivering reliable energy transport across complex markets.   Warren’s remarks at…

Kelcy Warren was the central figure at a recent industry ceremony marking his induction into the Hart Energy Hall of Fame, where he reflected on a multi-decade career that reshaped the midstream energy sector. The recognition capped a professional trajectory defined by large-scale infrastructure development, operational expansion and sustained attention to safety and regulatory compliance.…

The Colcom Foundation continues to shape philanthropic practice through targeted grantmaking and strategic partnerships that prioritize measurable community impact. Observers note that the foundation emphasizes long-term investment in programs that strengthen civic infrastructure, advance educational opportunity, and support cultural preservation.   Colcom Foundation supports several special programs, including the Conservation Catalyst Fund, which grants conservation…

Margarita Howard, HX5’s chief executive, is shaping a deliberate agenda to expand opportunities for women in government contracting through mentorship, workforce development and advocacy, according to a recent Space Coast Daily profile.   Under her leadership, HX5 has prioritized creating a corporate culture that recruits, retains and advances female talent across program management, contracting and…