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As an Irish Narional I was recently reflecting on the legacy of the Jeanie Johnston, a 19th-century ship that symbolized hope and resilience during Ireland's Great Famine, she reminds me of the values we strive to uphold in modern-day shipping. In an era where technology has transformed the industry, the core principles of safety, care, and commitment to every individual remain as relevant as ever. Just as Captain James Attridge and his crew ensured that not a single life was lost aboard the Jeanie Johnston, today's shipping professionals prioritize the safety and well-being of crew members and cargo alike. As we navigate the complexities of global trade, the lessons from history remind us that our industry is not just about moving goods from one place to another—it's about connecting people, supporting communities, and enabling progress. In the same way that the Jeanie Johnston brought hope to thousands, we have the responsibility to ensure that our operations contribute positively to the world. The resilience and adaptability of those who came before us serve as a powerful example as we face the challenges of today and tomorrow. Let's continue to innovate, collaborate, and lead with integrity, ensuring that the spirit of care and commitment remains at the heart of modern shipping. #Shipping #MaritimeIndustry #Leadership #Resilience #GlobalTrade #SafetyFirst

Check out our latest podcast with Mr. Sunshine himself, St. Pete Chamber of Commerce CEO Chris Steinocher talking about what’s happening in St. Petersburg, Florida and why it’s one of the hottest markets in Florida and the US. #stpete #stpetechamber #moneymarketpodcast

“What we design, designs us back.” Highly recommend listening to this episode filled with highly-potent food for thought. To spark your curiosity, some ideas / statements that stayed with me: 💡 We have to understand ourselves not just as human beings, but 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬. 💡 Essential to adequately adreesing our problens is building a 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 as foundation for sense making. What we know influences our perception of the world. E.g., a studied economist, will perceive and make sense of the world through the lense of economical narratives and frameworks. The issue which that is that it’s a subjective truth. “You try to solve the world with a hammer, because all you can see is nails.” 💡 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 as a concept shifts the mindset to not only strive for freedom of economical choice, but freedom of radically being human. 💡 Our 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐠𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 can no longer be rooted in control, but needs to be understood as 𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 of an agentified world view. Would love to hear what stuck with you. Anyone up for a chat? 💭

If you are interested in the final DOL fiduciary rule, here is a chance to get a conversational explanation from Brad Campbell & me. We will cover the new definition of a fiduciary recommendation & then cover the two exemptions for conflicted advice. The new rules have significant changes that will affect virtually all advisors and insurance agents.

𝐄𝐝𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐧 - 𝐀 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐳𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 Edward Harriman's innovative approach to railroading shaped the foundation of modern transportation and left an enduring impact on America's economic development. To know more about him, please watch the video: https://lnkd.in/gfFiZc8D

On our latest episode of #StateoftheBST, we cover the north half of Willard while also answering some questions posed to us about private property, how we go about it, and what potential policy changes could look like. #IndependantDoc #BonnevilleShorelineTrail #HikingInUtah

A busy week of new releases 2 OF KERNS AND GALLOWGLASSES Irish Armies of the 16th Century 1487-1587 Ireland at the outset of the Tudor era was a highly militarised society, with more than sixty Gaelic lordships maintaining independent armed forces. By the 1540s, the centralising Tudor state had ended the self-rule enjoyed by the Anglo-Irish Pale and was embarked on an increasingly severe programme of reconquest. A key element of regaining central control over the island was the demilitarising of the Irish lordships, both Gaelic and semi-Gaelicised Anglo-Irish. Native resistance resulted in an increasingly costly series of large-scale wars, fueled by the emergence of the Reformation. The book traces the development of Irish armies during the period, including the latest studies on the question of modernisation: i.e., the ‘Military Revolution’. Recent scholarship has called into question many long standing assumptions about Ireland in this period, including the degree of contact and commerce with mainland Europe, and the ability of Irish society to adapt to, and absorb, outside influences. A new appreciation of these questions helps place Tudor Irish military culture in a European context, calling for a reassessment of the degree to which Irish armies were outdated. While an expression of a profoundly traditional culture, they are found to be suited to purpose and eager to adopt rearms at nearly the rate seen in England. The early part of this period saw Irish lordships enjoying a degree of local autonomy, exploiting newly found sources of wealth - principally fish - and expressing great confidence in a building boom of castles and associated churches and monasteries with continental affiliations. The book covers the phenomenon of large-scale castle building in this era, which has le Ireland the most heavily encastellated landscape in Europe. Also included are comprehensive army lists and unprecedented detail on Irish arms and armour of the period, tracing developments over time. New period sources and iconography are made use of. Besides the ‘rising out’ of the Pale and the traditional Irish troop types (horseman, galloglass and kern), a thorough examination is made of Scots Highland mercenary activity in Ireland, including weapons and organisation. Also featured are the naval forces of the West Highland Scots and maritime clans of Ireland, including strength and changes in ship types over time. https://lnkd.in/ey5DqMeb https://lnkd.in/eXjQUT8d

Here's a discussion with Deirdre Caren and Daniel Lambert.

Still sorting through the aftermath of yet another busy SMM Hamburg, and happy to share this #interview with Dr. Martin Kröger, LL.M., #CEO of German Shipowners Association (VDR) recorded in Hamburg with Maritime Reporter and Engineering News. With nearly 300 members encompassing almost 1,800 ships, VDR and #German #shipowners have a seat front and center to the prevailing trends driving global #shipping, from #decarbonization to #geopolitical conflicts. https://lnkd.in/eTv8UDnN #shipsandshipping #maritime #maritimeindustry #shipbuilding

A great safety culture: when people continue to work safely, and do the right thing, even when no one is watching. Relentless Integrity; Courageous Leadership; Continuous Innovation