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• The Stewardship Standard draws on more than three decades of hospitality leadership to help leaders build stronger cultures, develop future leaders, and create lasting success.

Ohio, USA, Aug 14, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Don Carlos Lee Gibson Jr., a respected hospitality executive with more than three decades of experience in private club leadership, has announced that he is preparing to publish his first book, The Stewardship Standard: A Hospitality Operating System for Private Golf Clubs. The forthcoming book brings together the leadership lessons, operational insights, and people-first philosophy he has developed throughout his career, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to lead with purpose.

While the book is written through the lens of the private club industry, its message extends well beyond hospitality. Gibson believes organizations can benefit from leadership that prioritizes stewardship, accountability, and long-term thinking over short-term success.

A Career That Inspired a Book

Throughout his career, Gibson has led private clubs through growth, organizational change, and evolving member expectations. Along the way, he discovered that the most successful organizations weren’t defined solely by financial performance or operational efficiency. They were built on trust, strong relationships, and leaders who invested in developing others.

Those experiences became the foundation for The Stewardship Standard. Rather than writing another book filled with leadership theories, Gibson set out to create a practical resource shaped by real-world experience. His goal is to help leaders build organizations that continue to thrive long after any one individual moves on.

“For most of my career, I’ve been fortunate to work alongside people who reinforced the idea that leadership isn’t about personal recognition,” Gibson said. “It’s about creating an environment where others can succeed. Writing this book allowed me to organize those experiences into something I hope will help the next generation of leaders.”

Leadership Starts With Better Questions

One of the central ideas woven throughout The Stewardship Standard is that effective leadership often begins by asking better questions. Instead of rushing to provide answers, Gibson encourages leaders to pause, reflect, and challenge the assumptions behind their decisions.

Readers will encounter questions such as:

• What are you building beyond today’s results?

• Are you developing future leaders or simply managing today’s workload?

• Will your team be stronger because of the way you led?

• What legacy will your leadership leave behind?

Rather than treating these questions as exercises, Gibson presents them as practical tools for evaluating everyday decisions. He believes leaders who consistently ask thoughtful questions become better listeners, make stronger decisions, and create workplaces where people feel empowered to contribute.

“The best leaders don’t always have the fastest answers,” Gibson said. “They’re willing to ask the questions that help people think, grow, and take ownership.”

Stewardship Beyond Hospitality

Although the book focuses on private golf clubs, Gibson believes its principles are relevant across industries. Whether leading a healthcare organization, a manufacturing company, a nonprofit, or a family-owned business, leaders face many of the same challenges: building trust, developing talent, creating accountability, and preparing others to lead.

As organizations continue to navigate changing workforce expectations, leadership development has become more important than ever. According to Gallup, managers account for as much as 70% of the difference in employee engagement, underscoring the lasting influence leadership has on workplace culture. Gibson believes stewardship provides a practical framework for strengthening that influence by focusing on people as much as performance.

Looking Ahead

Publication details, including the official release date for The Stewardship Standard: A Hospitality Operating System for Private Golf Clubs, will be announced in the coming months.

As anticipation builds, Gibson hopes the book will encourage leaders to think differently about success, not simply as a measure of what they accomplish during their careers, but by the people they develop, the cultures they strengthen, and the organizations they leave better than they found them.

About Don Carlos Lee Gibson Jr.

Don Carlos Lee Gibson Jr. is a hospitality executive with more than three decades of leadership experience in private clubs and member-focused organizations. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for developing high-performing teams, strengthening organizational culture, and mentoring future leaders. His upcoming book, The Stewardship Standard: A Hospitality Operating System for Private Golf Clubs, reflects the leadership philosophy and practical experience he has developed throughout his career, offering insights that extend well beyond the hospitality industry.

Kuala Lumpur, 13 August 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Artificial intelligence has moved beyond being an emerging technology to become a defining pillar of Malaysia’s economic and digital ambitions. As the country accelerates investments in AI infrastructure, sovereign cloud capabilities, and enterprise-wide transformation, the focus has shifted from experimentation to execution. Against this backdrop, World AI Show Malaysia returns for its 48th Global Edition on 9–10 September 2026 at DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, convening the policymakers, enterprise leaders, technology pioneers, investors, and innovators who are shaping the country’s next chapter of AI-led growth. 

Presented by Trescon, World AI Show Malaysia carries this year’s tagline, “Where Malaysia’s AI Decisions Get Made.” As the country transitions into a strategic AI hub for Southeast Asia and organisations across both the public and private sectors define their AI roadmaps, modernise digital infrastructure, and establish governance frameworks for responsible innovation, the event will provide an executive platform dedicated to meaningful dialogue, strategic partnerships, and commercially relevant outcomes. 

The programme has been curated to address the opportunities and complexities surrounding enterprise AI adoption, sovereign cloud, intelligent infrastructure, cybersecurity, data governance, and responsible AI implementation. Over two days, attendees will engage through keynote addresses, executive panel discussions, fireside conversations, invitation-only boardroom sessions, technology showcases, curated networking engagements, and business meetings designed to facilitate knowledge exchange and cross-sector collaboration. 

The conference will feature an impressive line-up of distinguished government and industry leaders, including: 

• Budiman Bujang, Deputy Chief Digital Officer, Johor Corporation 

• Ts. D. Jackson Raao, Principal Assistant Secretary, Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) 

• Jamie Tan, Managing Director, JLL Malaysia 

• Ganeshbabu Nagarajan, Executive Director – Transformation Programmes, Standard Chartered Bank 

• Chua Yong Howe, Chief Digital Officer, UEM Edgenta Berhad 

• Shahrin Oli Mohamed, Group Chief Technology Officer, Pos Malaysia Berhad 

• Keeratpal Singh, Chief AI and Data Officer (APAC Financial Services), Worldline 

• Dr. Sadesh Manikam, Executive Vice President, Enterprise Data Office & Data Protection Officer, Bursa Malaysia 

• Ts. Zairil Anuar Ahmad, Chief Technology Officer, Co-opbank Pertama 

• Ahmad Faiz, Head – Data & AI, Global Technology Unit, BASF 

• Raunak Mehta, Chief Executive Officer, Igloo 

• Muhammad Najib Masdan, Senior Vice President, Khazanah Nasional Berhad 

• Ts. Narayanan Chidambaram, Head Project Engineering Pod (Technology & Digital PE&T – Digital Project Management) PETRONAS 

• Mohamed Aafrin, Director of Engineering, DKSH 

• Sudeep Srivastava, Head – KL IT Center SLB (Schlumberger)  

• Hong H. Ong, Director of Digital Technology, Labuan Financial Services Authority 

• Mohd Hanapi Bisri, Senior Digital Industry Leader- Oil & Gas 

• Dario Bianchi, Chief Product Officer, Mindvalley 

• G Saravanan, Chief Information Officer, National Cancer Society Malaysia 

Reflecting on Malaysia’s AI trajectory, Ts. D. Jackson Raao, Principal Assistant Secretary, MOSTI, said: 

“Malaysia is at a pivotal stage where artificial intelligence is becoming a key driver of national transformation. As we accelerate AI adoption across industries, our focus must remain on responsible innovation, robust governance, strong cybersecurity, and developing a future-ready talent ecosystem. By doing so, Malaysia is well-positioned to emerge as a trusted regional leader in safe and sustainable AI innovation.”

An ecosystem of public sector and technology organisations is supporting this year’s edition. CyberSecurity Malaysia joins as the Supporting Partner, reinforcing the importance of building a secure and trusted digital ecosystem. 

Datadog joins as the Lead Sponsor, Magure as the Platinum Sponsor, Bitdeer AI as the Gold Sponsor, and Alibaba Cloud and Unison Consulting Sdn Bhd as Bronze Sponsors. The exclusive CXO Boardroom sessions will be powered by Zoom and Datadog, while CloudSpace will participate as an exhibitor, showcasing cloud and AI capabilities to enterprise decision-makers. 

Designed exclusively for senior executives, government representatives, and technology leaders, World AI Show Malaysia 2026 will provide a platform where strategic priorities are translated into actionable partnerships, investment opportunities, and real-world AI deployments. As Malaysia continues to strengthen its position within the regional AI landscape, the summit is set to become a key meeting point for organisations shaping the future of intelligent enterprise across Southeast Asia. 

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Cybersecurity engineer Asante Babers, based in the United States, is encouraging people to review their everyday digital habits before a simple mistake becomes a costly problem.

Colorado, USA, August 12th, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Most people believe cybercriminals are only interested in large companies or wealthy individuals. According to cybersecurity engineer Asante Babers, that misconception is one of the biggest security risks people face today.

After more than 20 years designing and strengthening security systems across enterprise, government, and mission-critical environments, Babers says the majority of cyber incidents begin with ordinary decisions made by ordinary people.

“The biggest threat isn’t always a sophisticated attack,” Babers says. “More often, it’s a simple habit that someone never thought needed to change.”

Industry research supports that view:

• More than 80% of data breaches involve stolen or weak passwords.

• Over 90% of successful cyberattacks begin with phishing or social engineering.

• Nearly 60% of people reuse passwords across multiple accounts.

• Around 70% of security incidents involve some form of human error.

• More than half of internet users have not enabled multi-factor authentication on their most important accounts.

Babers believes those numbers show that cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue.

“Every online account, every mobile device, and every email inbox is part of your personal security,” he says. “The habits you develop every day matter more than most people realise.”

The Mistake People Keep Making

One of the most common misconceptions Babers sees is the belief that installing security software is enough.

“Technology helps,” he explains. “But software can’t replace good judgement.”

He says many people unknowingly create unnecessary risk by reusing passwords, delaying software updates, or clicking on links without taking a moment to verify where they came from.

“Cybercriminals don’t always break into systems,” Babers says. “Many times, they’re invited in because someone trusted the wrong email or reused the wrong password.”

A Simple Cybersecurity Self-Check

Take a few minutes to answer these questions honestly.

• Do you use a different password for your most important online accounts?

• Have you enabled multi-factor authentication on your email and banking accounts?

• Do you regularly install updates on your phone and computer?

• Would you recognise the warning signs of a phishing email or text message?

• Do you know what you would do if one of your online accounts was compromised?

• Have you reviewed your online security settings within the past year?

• Do you regularly back up your important files?

• Are you careful before clicking unexpected links or downloading attachments?

What Your Answers Mean

If you answered yes to most of the questions, you have built strong habits that reduce your exposure to common cyber threats. Continue reviewing your accounts and stay informed as technology changes.

If you answered yes to about half of them, you already have a good foundation, but there are still opportunities to strengthen your security. Focus first on creating unique passwords and enabling multi-factor authentication wherever it is available.

If you answered no to most of the questions, now is a good time to take action. Start with your email account, update your passwords, enable additional account protection, and make sure your devices are running the latest software.

What to Do Next

Babers recommends focusing on a few practical habits rather than trying to solve everything at once.

Start by replacing any passwords that are reused across multiple accounts. Turn on multi-factor authentication for your email and financial accounts. Keep your devices updated, and pause before opening unexpected emails, text messages, or links.

“Security isn’t about becoming an expert,” Babers says. “It’s about slowing down long enough to make better decisions.”

He also encourages people to have conversations about online safety with family members, especially those who may be less familiar with today’s digital threats.

“One simple conversation can prevent a serious problem,” he says. “Awareness is still one of the strongest forms of protection we have.”

Call to Action

Take this self-check today and identify one cybersecurity habit you can improve this week. Then share it with a friend or family member. Small changes made consistently can significantly reduce your risk and help create safer online habits for everyone.

About Asante Babers

Asante Babers is a cybersecurity engineer with more than 20 years of experience designing, operating, and strengthening security systems across enterprise, government, and mission-critical environments. His work focuses on building resilient security architectures, modernising legacy infrastructure, reducing technical debt, and helping organisations and individuals better understand cybersecurity through practical, real-world education.

• Following the success of our 2025 event, we are returning to Singapore’s Sands Expo & Convention Centre on 26th & 27th August 2026 for what promises to be our biggest and best edition to date!

Singapore, Aug 12, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — This year, we will welcome 8,000 entrepreneurs and SMEs, alongside 250 leading brands exhibiting at the show and more than 150 industry experts sharing their knowledge and advice. The Business Show Asia continues to grow and evolve, cementing its position as Asia’s leading event for SMEs, startups, and entrepreneurs.

Hear industry leaders share valuable insights on topics such as: how entrepreneurs can avoid costly mistakes, driving business growth with AI, hiring and building teams that scale, plus much more!

What to Expect from Our 2026 Event

The Business Show Asia will feature all of our most popular elements, enhanced and refined to deliver an even better experience. Take a look at what’s in store for 2026:

SPEED NETWORKING: Make dozens of genuine connections in just one hour at our legendary speed networking sessions. Pitch yourself to fellow entrepreneurs, build valuable relationships, and connect with like-minded business professionals.

250+ EXHIBITORS: Discover business solutions designed to help your company grow and reach new heights. With leading brands from a wide range of sectors, including marketing, IT, finance, HR, legal, and more, you will find exhibitors offering the products and services your business needs.

OVER 150 SPEAKERS: Explore a packed agenda of business seminars featuring some of Asia’s most influential speakers, all helping to shape the future of entrepreneurship, innovation, and growth. Hear from keynote speakers representing global brands such as LinkedIn, Microsoft, Salesforce, PayPal, and more.

MASTERCLASSES: Gain practical insights from experienced professionals, who have successfully navigated the challenges and opportunities of building and growing a business.

The Future Starts Here: Asia 2026

The Business Show Asia 2026 is set to return bigger, bolder, and more influential than ever. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or an established executive, this event offers a powerful platform to unlock new strategies, explore emerging innovations, and build meaningful partnerships. With engaging seminars, hands-on masterclasses, top-tier exhibitors, and endless networking opportunities, this is the ultimate destination for anyone serious about scaling their business.

About The Business Show

Business Show Media is the global event organiser behind The Business Show series, celebrating more than 25 years of empowering entrepreneurs, SMEs, and startups around the world. With a proven track record of delivering over 50 editions across cities including London, Miami, Sydney, Singapore, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles, the company continues to connect business owners with the tools and expertise they need to succeed.

As Asia’s leading business event, The Business Show Asia brings together thousands of business owners and founders in Singapore. Attendees gain access to cutting-edge tools, industry-leading speakers, expert-led masterclasses, and invaluable networking opportunities, making it the region’s must-attend event for business growth.

Get Your FREE Ticket Here!

Tickets for The Business Show Asia are completely free, giving visitors access to every feature of the show. We look forward to welcoming you to the Sands Expo & Convention Centre on 26th & 27th August 2026. Find out more information on our website here. Click here to secure your place!

• Developer shares why memorable commercial spaces encourage connection and support local businesses.

ORLANDO, FL, Aug 12, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Commercial real estate projects are often measured by occupancy rates, construction timelines, and financial performance. According to commercial real estate developer Shahriar James Ekbatani, those metrics tell only part of the story. He believes the most successful developments become places where people naturally gather, local businesses thrive, and communities continue to grow long after construction is complete.

Throughout his career in commercial real estate, Ekbatani has emphasized the importance of creating spaces that serve the people who use them every day. Rather than viewing a development as a collection of buildings, he encourages developers to think about the experiences those spaces will create for residents, business owners, employees, and visitors.

“Commercial developments should become part of a community’s daily life,” said Ekbatani. “When people choose to meet friends there, support local businesses, or spend time with their families, you’ve created something that goes beyond the buildings themselves.”

As communities throughout Central Florida continue to expand, developers face new opportunities to create projects that respond to changing lifestyles and community needs. According to U.S. Census Bureau data, Florida remains one of the fastest-growing states in the country, increasing demand for commercial spaces that provide not only goods and services but also places where people can gather and connect.

Ekbatani believes that thoughtful planning begins long before construction starts. He encourages developers to spend time understanding how people already use an area before deciding what to build.

“I’ve found that some of the best ideas come from simply walking around a neighborhood and paying attention,” he said. “You notice where people naturally gather, where they spend time, and what might be missing. Those observations often lead to better decisions than relying only on reports or projections.”

He also believes successful developments should support the long-term success of local businesses. A well-designed commercial property creates opportunities for businesses to complement one another, encourages visitors to spend more time on-site, and provides welcoming public spaces that invite repeat visits.

“When businesses benefit from one another instead of competing for attention, everyone wins,” Ekbatani said. “The goal is to create an environment where people want to stay a little longer because they enjoy being there.”

Industry research supports this approach. The International Council of Shopping Centers has found that mixed-use environments combining retail, dining, entertainment, and public gathering spaces encourage visitors to spend more time at a property while supporting increased activity for surrounding businesses. As consumer expectations continue to evolve, commercial developments are increasingly expected to provide experiences that cannot be replicated elsewhere.

Ekbatani believes developers should evaluate projects based not only on opening-day success but also on the value they continue to create years later.

“A project isn’t finished when construction ends,” he said. “That’s really when you begin to see whether it becomes part of the community. The most rewarding moments are seeing people return again and again because the space has become meaningful to them.”

As commercial real estate continues to evolve, Ekbatani hopes more developers will approach projects with a long-term perspective that balances business objectives with community impact. He believes that developments that prioritize people ultimately prove stronger investments because they foster lasting relationships among businesses, residents, and the neighborhoods they serve.

About Shahriar James Ekbatani

Shahriar James Ekbatani is a Florida-based commercial real estate developer, entrepreneur, and nonprofit leader with more than four decades of leadership experience. His work includes commercial, retail, medical, and mixed-use development projects throughout Central Florida, as well as serving as Chairman of Lotus Behavioral Health, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping adolescents recover from drug and alcohol addiction. Across his work in business and philanthropy, Ekbatani remains focused on creating projects that strengthen communities and deliver lasting value.

San Francisco, California, Aug 12, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — After years of companies racing to adopt the latest technology trends, many organizations are taking a more disciplined approach to innovation. From blockchain and NFTs to the metaverse, businesses are increasingly evaluating emerging technologies based on measurable business outcomes rather than market excitement. According to technology consultant Tamar Toledano, this shift reflects a growing recognition that successful digital transformation depends on solving real operational challenges, not following industry hype.

Many enterprises are now introducing formal review processes for experimental technology initiatives. These include predefined performance milestones and “kill switches” that end projects if they fail to demonstrate meaningful adoption or measurable business impact within a specified timeframe. The approach allows organizations to redirect resources toward initiatives that generate lasting value rather than prolonging costly experiments. “The technology itself is rarely the problem,” said Tamar Toledano. “Problems arise when organizations adopt technologies simply because they are popular. Every investment should begin with a clearly defined business objective and a practical path to measurable results.”

The technology industry has experienced multiple waves of enthusiasm around emerging innovations. Blockchain promised to transform industries beyond finance. The metaverse generated ambitious predictions of work and commerce. NFTs attracted billions in investment from companies eager to establish digital ownership strategies. While each technology demonstrated legitimate use cases, many organizations launched projects without identifying problems that genuinely required those solutions.

As enthusiasm outpaced practical implementation, businesses encountered rising development costs, integration challenges, uncertain customer demand, and limited returns on investment. Many pilot programs never advanced beyond proof-of-concept stages, while others were quietly discontinued after failing to produce meaningful business benefits.

According to Toledano, these experiences have encouraged organizations to adopt more disciplined technology evaluation frameworks. Rather than asking whether a technology is innovative, decision-makers are increasingly asking whether it improves efficiency, reduces costs, increases revenue, or enhances customer experiences. “The conversation has shifted from asking, ‘Should we use blockchain?’ to asking, ‘What business problem are we solving?’” Toledano explained. “That change in thinking leads to much stronger investment decisions.”

The same mindset is increasingly shaping enterprise AI adoption. While artificial intelligence continues to deliver measurable value across industries, organizations are becoming more selective about where and how they deploy it. Rather than implementing AI across every department, companies are identifying high-impact use cases where automation, prediction, or data analysis can generate measurable operational improvements.

Toledano believes this represents a healthier stage in the technology adoption cycle.

“Successful organizations recognize that not every emerging technology deserves immediate deployment,” she said. “Sometimes the most valuable decision is determining that a problem can be solved more simply with existing tools.”

Throughout her consulting career, Toledano has helped organizations evaluate emerging technologies through the lens of long-term business performance. Her approach emphasizes aligning technical investments with strategic objectives, ensuring that innovation supports operational goals rather than becoming an objective in itself.

She notes that many companies now require technology initiatives to meet measurable benchmarks before receiving additional funding. These benchmarks may include user adoption rates, operational savings, revenue generation, customer satisfaction improvements, or implementation efficiency. Projects that consistently fail to meet those objectives are discontinued, allowing organizations to focus on higher-performing initiatives.

This disciplined approach also reduces the risks associated with rapidly changing technology markets. Rather than making large, irreversible investments based on future expectations, businesses can validate assumptions through smaller pilot programs before committing additional resources. “The most successful digital transformations are built on continuous learning,” Toledano said. “Organizations should be willing to test new ideas, but they should be equally willing to end projects that do not create measurable value.”

Looking ahead, Toledano expects enterprise technology strategies to become increasingly evidence-driven. Executive teams are placing greater emphasis on measurable outcomes, cross-functional collaboration, and disciplined investment governance. As a result, technology decisions are becoming more closely aligned with overall business strategy rather than industry trends.

She believes this evolution will ultimately strengthen innovation by encouraging companies to pursue technologies with proven practical benefits instead of chasing every emerging trend. “When organizations prioritize outcomes over excitement, innovation becomes far more sustainable,” Toledano added. “The goal is not to adopt the newest technology. The goal is to build better businesses.”

About Tamar Toledano

Tamar Toledano is a Silicon Valley-based technology expert and consultant specializing in artificial intelligence, blockchain, and large-scale digital transformation. With a master’s degree in computer engineering and experience supporting high-growth technology companies, she helps organizations apply emerging technologies to improve operational performance, modernize business systems, and drive measurable business results. Her work combines technical expertise with strategic business insight to help companies navigate complex digital transformation initiatives.