URSULA BURNS
Ursula Burns was ready to leave Xerox for Dell. Then one phone call changed her career path
Ursula Burns joined Xerox as an engineering intern in 1980 and nearly left for Dell during the company’s financial crisis in 2001. A phone call from board member Vernon Jordan persuaded her to reconsider. Eight years later, she became Xerox CEO, succeeding Anne Mulcahy.
German astronomer who discovered three laws of planetary motion had a mother imprisoned on witchcraft charges; in 1620 he put science on hold and penned a 128-page defense that freed her
Johannes Kepler faced a difficult challenge defending his mother from witchcraft accusations. His mother, Katharina Kepler, was imprisoned and faced torture for alleged sorcery. Kepler halted his astronomical work to hire lawyers and secure her release. He presented a strong defense, challenging the prosecution's baseless claims. Katharina was eventually freed after a six-year ordeal and died the next year.
Quote of the day by Ursula Burns: ‘I do business with my heart as much as I do with…’
Ursula Burns, the first Black woman CEO of a Fortune 500 company, transformed Xerox from a copier giant to a business services leader. Her career, marked by innovation and a commitment to diversity, exemplifies perseverance and inclusive growth. Burns' leadership philosophy emphasizes balancing analytical decision-making with empathy and human connection.
Xerox to cut 15% of its workforce in the first quarter of 2024
In a news release, the company said it would reduce its global staff, which included roughly 23,000 employees in 2022, and name a new leadership team.
Over 110 countries set to join COP28 deal to triple renewable energy
A declaration endorsed by nations ranging from the United States to Ghana to Japan and several European countries said nuclear energy plays a "key role" in reaching the goal of carbon neutrality.
Dublin stabbing and riots: What you need to know
Here's a summary of the stabbing and subsequent riots:
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Spain's Tenerife Island remains on alert after wildfire forces 3,000 to evacuate amid raging temperature | Updates
An unexpected wildfire broke out on Wednesday, causing alarm in Spain's popular holiday destination, Tenerife. Around 3,000 residents were promptly evacuated from their homes, while firefighting teams and six helicopters equipped for water drops were mobilized to combat the rapidly spreading flames.
Icertis adds former Xerox CEO Ursula Burns to advisory board
Ursula Burns joins Icertis’ advisory board after the company said it’s raising $80-million in a Series F funding found at a valuation of more than $2.8 billion.
Indra Nooyi’s Pepsi exit means another female CEO replaced by a man
The departure of Nooyi drops the number of women CEOs in the S&P 500 to 23, according to Bloomberg analysis and data compiled by researcher Catalyst.
Uber board is said to consider votes to cut ex-CEO’s power
Kalanick sees the changes as poor corporate governance, meant to shift authority to new CEO Dara Khosrowshahi and away from the board, a person familiar with the matter said.
Black CEO count down from 7 to 4 under Barack Obama
Obama has been an inspiration and role model to African Americans, and there were hopes his being in the White House would radically change race relations for the better.
Xerox names former iGate, Infosys executive Ashok Vemuri as new CEO of its BPO firm
Vemuri, who previously headed IT services provider IGATE Corp from September 2013 to October 2015, will join Xerox effective July 1.
Mary Barra named GM chair in new first for a woman
Barra, who has spent her entire career at the company, succeeds Tim Solso, who will remain on the board as lead independent director, GM said.
What these 21 highly successful people were doing at age 25
Donald Trump, for example, was born into a real estate development family, and he inherited his father's business at 25.
10 things highly successful tech executives do before breakfast
It is absolutely crucial that you start your day on a good note. Here are some early morning practices by techies.
12 successful tech executives who wake up really early
Burns uses early-morning hours to get caught up on emails, getting up at 5:15 and sometimes working until midnight, according to Yahoo Finance.
12 successful tech executives who wake up really early
Early to bed and early to rise... is certainly applicable to these people who shone in their respective fields and went on to become inspirational.
Seven creative strategies for waking up earlier every day
Unfortunately, it's not always so easy, especially if you've spent a lifetime racing out the door while still putting your pants on.
Barack Obama discusses economic and security issues with tech CEOs
Obama met members of the Technology CEO Council and discussed 21st century economic and security issues, including trade, cybersecurity, immigration and tax reform.
10 executives who wake up really early
Waking up early allows executives like AOL’s Tim Armstrong and Pepsi’s Indra Nooyi to get a head start on the day, knocking out tasks before the rest of the world is out of bed.
11 wealthiest women in technology industry
Women have been in the tech industry for some time now. Some of those women have risen up to lucrative leadership positions. Here are the 11 wealthiest women in tech.
Sheryl Sandberg, Ursula Burns, Arianna Huffington tell about what it takes to stay in the race
In contrast, Arianna Huffington, editor-inchief of The Huffington Post, urges “less leaning, more sleeping” in her new book.
Consistency around India is a challenge: Ursula Burns, CEO of Xerox
"I see growth for sure in India. And with some growth some chaos. With very high growth we have to take some risks from the investment standpoint."
Barack Obama invites Indra Nooyi for consultation on economy
US President Barack Obama has invited at least three Indian-Americans, including PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi.
Nooyi, Kochhar among most powerful biz women: Fortune
Indra Nooyi has been named most powerful woman in corporate America, while Chanda Kochhar appears in a list of biz honchos outside US.
Xerox Corp to cut 2,500 jobs
Xerox Corp said on Thursday it plans to cut some 2,500 jobs, or five percent of its workforce, in a cost-cutting move aimed at saving some 200 million dollars a year.
Indra Nooyi most powerful woman in US biz: Fortune
India-born Pepsico chief Indra Nooyi named the most powerful woman in US biz by Fortune magazine. Generation Y CEOs | Future of India Inc | Boss, shall we dance?
Xerox CEO Mulcahy retiring, Burns to replace her
Xerox Corp said Thursday that Chief Executive Anne Mulcahy will retire July 1, to be succeeded by Ursula Burns, the printer and copier maker's president.
Indra Nooyi most powerful woman in US business: Fortune
India-born chief executive of Pepsico Indra Nooyi has been named as the most powerful woman in the US business in the annual list prepared by American publication Fortune.
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