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Jim Eades shared thisMichael Owen A fantastic perspective on the skills developed and necessary to oversee a Target retail store. I found my diversity of experience at Venture Stores to be a strong launch pad preparing me for any situation. A store manager at Venture Stores oversaw several businesses within one location. Examples: Hardline general merchandise Apparel and Accessories Jewelry - diamonds and all Guns and ammunition Pharmacy Gas station Auto Service Cafeteria style restaurant Snack bar Bakery - included on site production Hair Salon Liquor - a “Grog Shop” And the “operations functions” like receiving, stocking, planograms, checkouts and returns. And then another tale is that of the multi -unit leadership, the PhD level. Touching these various businesses closely and often to ensure customer service standards and regulatory compliance was a rewarding real life education and bringing others along in their careers became my favorite career focus from the experience …. Thank you for your insights.Jim Eades shared thisA Target Store Director is basically running an MBA case study every day. Except there's no classroom. No spreadsheet exercise. No professor waiting to tell them what they should have done. The salesfloor is real. This isn't a simulation. The doors open. The team shows up. The trucks arrive. Thousands of guests walk in. The P&L is real. The payroll is real. And the problems don't wait for perfect information. A Target Store Director has to understand the guest behaviors, manage a multimillion-dollar business, interpret KPI soup, build schedules, manage payroll, improve productivity, control shrink, develop leaders, hire great people, fix problems and somehow turn all that complexity into a few simple things the team can actually execute. Then comes the scoreboard: sales, profit, payroll, shrink, guest experience, OPU, SFS, team engagement and a whole host of real-time KPIs from the Zebra in the palm of their hand. Every day is the final exam. That's why I think some of the best business operators in America are walking around Target stores wearing a red-and-white name badge. They may not have an MBA hanging on the wall. Although many do. But they've got something a classroom MBA can't manufacture: A track record. Hit the sales goal? A+. Hit the KPI? A+. Develop great leaders? A+. Miss the number? Blood red. There are no Bs, Cs or Ds. It's pass or fail. And if you're a founder looking for a GM or integrator, don't overlook the person running your local Target. The most complex problem in your business might just be Tuesday morning for them.
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Jim Eades reposted thisJim Eades reposted thisI'm delighted that Levidian's story has been included in this year's EIC (Energy Industries Council) Survive & Thrive report. Writing our contribution made me reflect on just how much the business has evolved over the last few years. When I joined Levidian, much of the conversation centred on decarbonisation. Today, our LOOP technology continues to decarbonise methane while producing both hydrogen and graphene, but we've also become an advanced materials business in our own right. That wasn't a change of direction. It was recognising where the greatest opportunity lay. We listened to customers, followed the evidence and invested in helping industry understand where graphene can create real commercial value. Today we're working with customers across industry, taking graphene from the laboratory into real industrial applications. I'm incredibly proud of what the team has achieved, and grateful to the customers, partners and colleagues who have been part of that journey. Many thanks to the EIC team for producing another excellent Survive & Thrive report. It's well worth a read if you're interested in how companies continue to adapt and grow in a changing energy landscape. You can read Levidian's story on page 115. https://lnkd.in/dBZfWANB #EIC #SurviveAndThrive #AdvancedMaterials #Graphene #IndustrialInnovation
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Jim Eades shared thisDecades of development, the story of graphene in paints and coatings in the current time of breakthrough, by Ellie Galanis Levidian has cracked the nut on scaling sustainable G3 production on site. A barrier that used to be….Why Graphene's Time in Paints and Coatings Has Finally Arrived | LevidianWhy Graphene's Time in Paints and Coatings Has Finally Arrived | Levidian
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Jim Eades shared thisPerfectly stated, Valdirene Sullas Teixeira Peressinotto, graphene is a scalable, sustainable and affordable commercial reality in real product applications globally.Jim Eades shared thisMenos material. Mais eficiência. Mais inovação. 🌏 É com essa visão que a Colorfix participa da Graphene 2026, um dos mais importantes eventos mundiais dedicados ao grafeno e aos materiais avançados. Nossa especialista Valdirene Peressinotto apresentará como a tecnologia Revora Poly-G está ajudando a transformar o mercado de embalagens flexíveis, tornando possível alcançar mais desempenho com menor consumo de material. A participação da Colorfix neste cenário internacional reforça o compromisso da empresa com a inovação aplicada à indústria, conectando tecnologia, competitividade e sustentabilidade para criar soluções alinhadas aos desafios do futuro. ⏱️17h30 horário de Barcelona | 12h30 horário de Brasília 📅 2 de julho de 2026 📍 Barcelona, Espanha Less material. More efficiency. More innovation. 🌏 With this vision, Colorfix is participating in Graphene 2026, one of the world's leading events dedicated to graphene and advanced materials. Our specialist, Valdirene Peressinotto, will present how Revora Poly-G technology is helping transform the flexible packaging market, making it possible to achieve higher performance while reducing material consumption. Colorfix’s participation in this international event reinforces the company's commitment to innovation applied to industry, connecting technology, competitiveness, and sustainability to create solutions that address the challenges of the future. ⏱️ 5:30 PM Barcelona time | 12:30 PM Brasília time 📅 July 2, 2026 📍 Barcelona, Spain #Graphene2026 #Colorfix #RevoraPolyG #IndustrialInnovation #Graphene #FlexiblePackaging #Sustainability #Technology #Innovation #PackagingInnovation #AdvancedMaterials #IndustryOfTheFuture
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Jim Eades reposted thisJim Eades reposted this📝Kindness Matters!🔥 Kindness is constant, it’s not something you reserve for certain people. It’s not something you just show to make yourself look good. #Kindness is something you choose because you want to, because it feels good, and because you care. Kindness should never be about appearances. It should be about love. When we choose to reach out to others, we honour the very essence of our shared humanity... indness comes from the heart and has the power to transform lives. Instead of breaking people down, lift them up because kindness matters. Write-up: Olawale Kolawole #motivation #inspiration #creativity #engineering #art #education #innovation #business #ai #leadership #cfbr #healthcare #mindfulness #learning #sustainability #construction #arts #manufacturing #science #warehouses #management #students #strategy #whatinspiresme #technology #future #advertisingandmarketing #bestadvice
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Jim Eades reposted thisJim Eades reposted thisLevidian CEO Alex Holden recently joined fellow technology leaders at the Møller Institute, Cambridge, as part of the HKUST MBA Global Immersion Programme. Alex took part in a leadership panel discussion alongside Jon Spratley, CEO of 42 Technology, and Tony Pearce, COO of Paragraf, sharing insights from the experience of building and scaling innovative technology businesses. The discussion explored the realities of commercialising breakthrough technologies - from securing investment and building high-performing teams, through to scaling operations and creating sustainable long-term growth. As Levidian continues to expand its graphene production and advanced materials business internationally, it was a privilege to contribute to a programme that brings together future business leaders from around the world with some of the UK's most innovative technology companies. Many thanks to the Møller Institute and HKUST Business School for the invitation and for hosting such an engaging event. #Leadership #DeepTech #AdvancedMaterials #Innovation #CommercialisationLevidian Zoë Arden Kelly Delmonego
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Jim Eades reposted thisJim Eades reposted thisHeading to the Global Graphene Commercialisation Summit 2026? Be sure to catch Dr Arun Prakash Aranga Raju, Levidian's Technical Lead in Graphene Commercialisation, who will be speaking on Friday 12 June as part of the Materials Producers & Supply session. Arun works at the forefront of graphene application development, helping customers understand how graphene can be integrated into real-world products and manufacturing processes. His work spans formulation development, material characterisation and the evaluation of graphene across a range of applications, helping bridge the gap between material production and commercial deployment. Whether you're exploring graphene for the first time or looking to scale an existing application, Arun is always keen to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the industry and share insights from Levidian's work in advanced materials. The Global Graphene Commercialisation Summit 2026 takes place on 11–12 June at the Korea Science and Technology Centre in Seoul, hosted by #SouthKorea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources and Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology (KIAT), and organised by Korea Carbon and Nano Industry Association (#KCANIA) bringing together graphene producers, researchers, manufacturers and end users from across the global graphene ecosystem. See more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/eYBQgK7V We look forward to seeing you there! #Graphene #AdvancedMaterials #MaterialsScience #Commercialisation #Innovation #Levidian
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Jim Eades shared this“Can it be produced at a meaningful scale? Can you get the same material every time? Does it slot into existing systems without causing disruption? And, in the end, does it improve performance in a way that justifies the cost?” Colin Elcoate brilliantly provides the past and current realities of graphene commercialization in the Middle East. Certainly some lessons for The Americas and Europe….Graphene at Industrial Scale: A Middle East Perspective | LevidianGraphene at Industrial Scale: A Middle East Perspective | Levidian
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Jim Eades liked thisJim Eades liked thisAt Nano Carbon Week 2026 Chennai, organized by TechnoBiz, Dr. Arun Prakash Aranga Raju, Technical Lead – Graphene Commercialisation, Levidian Nanosystems Ltd., UK, delivered an insightful presentation on “Scalable Graphene: Advanced Materials for Industrial Impact.” His presentation highlighted the importance of scalable graphene production, commercialisation pathways and the growing potential of graphene across industrial applications. TechnoBiz sincerely thanks Dr. Arun Prakash for sharing his expertise and contributing to the success of the first edition of Nano Carbon Week 2026. #NanoCarbonWeek #TechnoBiz #Graphene #Levidian #AdvancedMaterials #CarbonNanomaterials #GrapheneCommercialisation #IndustrialApplications #Innovation #CarbonIndustry #Chennai
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Jim Eades liked thisJim Eades liked thisWhat a surprise to open Google Scholar today and see that my first ever published research article has just reached 100 citations! This work came from my Master’s research, developed under the supervision of Sergio Humberto Domingues. Together with Daniel Tiba, we proposed a simple and fast route to synthesize high-capacitance manganese dioxide (MnO₂). Today I work in a different field, but it is genuinely gratifying to see that this work continues to gain relevance! You can read it here: https://lnkd.in/dVVEv92c
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Jim Eades liked thisJim Eades liked thisTaking scalable graphene to India Yesterday, Dr Arun Prakash Aranga Raju, our Technical Lead - Graphene Commercialisation, presented at Nano Carbon Week 2026 in Chennai, hosted by TechnoBiz Carbon Network, a forum bringing together industry and academia from across the rapidly developing nanocarbon sector. Arun’s presentation, “Scalable Graphene: Advanced Materials for Industrial Impact”, shared Levidian’s progress in moving graphene from material science to scalable, commercially relevant products and applications. He explored how we’re scaling the production of consistent, high-quality G3 graphene through our LOOP technology, alongside the performance we’re seeing across applications including batteries, packaging, coatings and construction. A recurring theme throughout the forum was the importance of understanding and characterising nanocarbon materials, and overcoming the practical challenges of integrating them into existing industrial processes. That made the response to our new NanoFlow™ dispersions particularly encouraging, with feedback recognising their potential as a breakthrough in tackling some of the integration and logistics challenges that have historically held back wider graphene adoption. A great opportunity to exchange ideas with leaders from across the carbon industry and share the progress we’re making in turning graphene’s potential into industrial impact. Great job Arun! #Graphene #NanoCarbonWeek #AdvancedMaterials #G3 #NanoFlow #Levidian #India
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Jim Eades liked thisJim Eades liked thisThe strongest fundraising pitch answers three questions before a donor ever has to ask. Why are you running. How can they help. What will their support do for the campaign. Be ready for the moment a prospect turns the question back on you and asks, “How can I help?” That is not the time to improvise. Come prepared with two giving options rather than an open-ended amount, and let the donor choose between them. Winning campaigns never put the number back on the prospect. The candidate and the team walk in with an answer already in hand, and that preparation is what closes the ask.
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Jim Eades liked thisJim Eades liked thisLuxfer Gas Cylinders will be exhibiting in Hamburg - drop by and see us!
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Jim Eades liked thisJim Eades liked thisA fairly stark reminder from the IEA this week, particularly sitting here in the Middle East. Global oil supply is now expected to fall by 5.7 million barrels a day this year. For years we’ve talked about the energy trilemma: affordability, sustainability and security. Recent events are quite a reminder that you don’t get to choose only two. For those of us working on technologies that sit between the existing energy system and what comes next, that feels increasingly important. The transition hasn’t gone away. But neither has the need for secure, reliable and affordable energy. https://lnkd.in/d4xg8HNbOil Market Report - September 2026 – Analysis - IEAOil Market Report - September 2026 – Analysis - IEA
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Jim Eades liked thisJim Eades liked thisAn interesting one to end the week. The UAE has announced another €40bn of investment into Germany, alongside 29 new agreements between UAE and German companies worth more than €9bn. At the UK-UAE Clean Energy Working Group in Abu Dhabi this week, somebody made a simple observation: the Germans are very good at this. They show up collectively. Government, industry, technology and investment come together as a proposition. There are some brilliant UK companies operating in the Gulf. But perhaps we could be better at joining the dots between them. Germany appears to be showing us. https://lnkd.in/dVi-9PzfUAE to invest €40 billion in Germany amid slew of business dealsUAE to invest €40 billion in Germany amid slew of business deals
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Jim Eades liked thisReally enjoyed this discussion yesterday. There is no doubt it has been a challenging couple of years for clean technology, but my takeaway from the UAE is slightly different. The market here has moved beyond pilot projects and innovation for innovation’s sake. Increasingly, the technologies gaining traction are those with a genuine commercial proposition, particularly where they can be localised, deployed at industrial scale and bring something new to the region. That has certainly been our experience at Levidian. We are producing graphene in the UAE today, building local partnerships and increasingly moving from technology discussions into real industrial applications. For UK businesses, I think that creates a significant opportunity. The UAE has capital, industrial scale and an appetite for technology and innovation. But increasingly it also expects a clear commercial case. There is a lot the UK can bring to that. The trick is turning UK capability into UAE deployment. Great initiative from the British Embassy UAE and very good to meet Ambassador Geraldine McCafferty. Looking forward to staying involved. Parita Shah Ryan McPherson Alex Holden Ian Hopkins Matthew Nix Arun Prakash Aranga RajuJim Eades liked thisHis Majesty's Ambassador to the UAE, Geraldine McCafferty, joined the first of our quarterly Clean Energy Working Group sessions this week, bringing together UK companies and key stakeholders to discuss how we can support the UK's Industrial Strategy and where the UK can best contribute to the UAE's evolving energy landscape. Hosted and chaired by Parita Shah, the session explored opportunities for collaboration across the sector and the role UK expertise can play in supporting the UAE's energy transition. Thank you to everyone who joined the roundtable, shared their insights and contributed to discussions that will help shape future UK-UAE engagement and collaboration. We look forward to building on these discussions and strengthening UK-UAE cooperation in the months ahead. British Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi Shell bp Wood LRQA EIC (Energy Industries Council) Energy Institute Xodus Levidian HyCap Energy AtkinsRéalis Chinook Sciences, LLC #UKinUAE2026 #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #UKIndustrialStrategy
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title: Marmaduke’s Retail Beer Permit Victory Marks a Shift in Local Policy Content:<p>In a surprising turn of events, the Arkansas Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) board has reversed a prior ruling by its own director to grant a retail off-premises beer permit to a business in Marmaduke. This overturn underscores the board's willingness to re-evaluate decisions and adapt to community or economic considerations that may not have been fully appreciated initially.</p><p>The decision carries significant implications for the small town of Marmaduke, where such permits can heavily influence local commerce and social dynamics. By awarding this permit, the board is essentially endorsing increased access to retail beer sales, which could potentially inject fresh economic activity into the area, providing new revenue streams and attracting more visitors or residents.</p><p>However, this move also invites critical reflection on the balance between regulatory oversight and local business growth. Overruling the director suggests there may have been concerns or objections to the permit initially, perhaps related to community standards, public health, or zoning laws. The board’s willingness to challenge those concerns shows a delicate push toward supporting economic development while navigating regulatory frameworks.</p><p>Ultimately, this decision by the ABC board might serve as a precedent for similar cases across Arkansas, encouraging a more flexible approach in permit approvals that weigh the vibrancy and needs of local communities. While it's important to remain cautious of potential societal impacts, fostering small business growth in towns like Marmaduke could be a positive catalyst for overall regional development.</p>
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