Maroane Abdallaoui

I'm happy to share an exciting resource from the RefiTalents Cohort 2 2024 program, hosted by Frankfurt School of Finance & Management. Dive into the transformative world of Regenerative Finance (ReFi) with our comprehensive introductory material! 📚 What's Inside? ✅ ReFi Definition - Discover the principles and potential of Regenerative Finance and how it can reshape our financial systems. ✅Blockchain Basics - Get to grips with blockchain technology and its foundational role in ReFi. ✅ ESG Basics - Understand the core concepts of Environmental, Social, and Governance criteria that drive sustainable finance. ✅ Social Impact & Financial Inclusion - Explore how ReFi promotes social impact and enhances financial inclusion for underserved communities. Whether you're a finance professional, student, or simply curious about the future of finance, this resource is your gateway to understanding how ReFi can contribute to a more equitable and sustainable world. #RegenerativeFinance #ReFi #Blockchain #ESG #FinancialInclusion #SocialImpact #FrankfurtSchool #RefiTalents #web3

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Cross-sector #collaborations, combining the #competencies, #skills, and resources of diverse actors, are increasingly seen by #academics and professionals alike as the best way to tackle complex #societal and #environmental issues and #universities are becoming key players in these collaborations. Universities must prioritize programs that promote #students’ whole-person development, equipping them with essential skills such as effective #communication, #timemanagement, #collaboration, hardiness and #leadership. By doing so, universities honor the implicit trust placed in them by their students and prepare them for success in both their careers and personal lives. Mutual respect, a higher-order value based on a recognition of the worth of the other person, is necessary to build #trust. Philosopher Stephen Darwall at Yale University describes trust as an attitude of the heart, a form of confidence in someone and an implicit invitation for them to trust themselves too. Behind this is the deeper reality of our shared humanity and learning over time to exercise empathy and try to understand those we disagree with, looking beyond the beliefs to the person who holds them. #commitment to the worth and well-being of their students, along with the capacity to deliver holistic education that serves this, is the condition universities should fulfil to warrant trust. Compassion and understanding enable these conditions to be fulfilled. At its heart, #highereducation is not only about administering #knowledge; it is about guiding a whole person, and that involves care and courtesy. Higher education is entrusted to see through points of disagreement – no matter how deep – to the person beneath and to engage students to work for a better future, inviting them to trust themselves in that process. #culturetransformation #strategytoexecution #psychologicalsafety #vision #ceos #employeeengagement #businessstrategy #research #businessgrowth #people #values #strategyplanning #strategicleadership #strategicgrowth #businesstransformation #globalbusiness #trustbuilding #businessgrowth #peopleandculture #wednesdaythoughts #thoughtleadership #peoplemanagement #generativeai #artificialintelligence #education #educationauthorities #universitities #learninganddevelopment https://lnkd.in/dYsz4yvY

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Embracing Permacrisis - challenges of our generation and time. 💥 “Permacrisis” – a convergence of complex and interconnected crises that demand our urgent attention and collective action. From climate change to social injustice, from biodiversity loss to economic inequality, the permacrisis reminds us of the interconnectedness of our world and the need for holistic solutions. But in the face of this daunting reality, there is hope. By coming together , embracing resilience and adaptability as well as reimagining our relationships with the planet and each other, we can navigate these challenges and build a better future. With hope and much optimism ✨ Let us stand together, to creating a world that is sustainable, just, and thriving for current and future generations to come. ❗️ “May we think of freedom, not as the right to do as we please, but as an opportunity to do what is right.” - ending this with a quote that I came across not too long ago, more apt now than ever. #optimism #generations #nowandfuture #Permacrisis #languageofleadership #WANderings

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🌍 Assessing Real Impact: Beyond Carbon 🌞 During Norrsken Barcelona #ImpactWeek, I enjoyed a very nice presentation by Beatrice Crona, Giorgio Parlato, and Emmy Wassénius on the importance of operating within planetary boundaries. They did an outstanding job highlighting how businesses can drive sustainability beyond reducing carbon emissions, addressing the complex interactions of climate, water, and land use in our ecosystem. The Stockholm Resilience Centre’s report on "Doing Business Within Planetary Boundaries" is a powerful resource for anyone looking to make a meaningful impact on Earth’s future. It emphasizes the urgency of going beyond carbon to consider broader Earth system impacts—something crucial for business leaders today. Let’s move forward with these insights and redefine success in business as something that doesn’t just sustain, but truly enhances the health of our planet. Thank you, Beatrice, Giorgio, and Emmy, for your inspiring work and the invaluable insights you shared at #NorrskenImpactWeek. 🌱 Suncom Energy our mission is to keep supporting this process by helping industry to decarbonize their operations with our ground-breaking Renewable Heat solution. Link to the report: https://lnkd.in/dWGFru2F #PlanetaryBoundaries #SustainableBusiness #ClimateAction #ImpactInvestment #BeyondCarbon #EarthSystem #Sustainability #Resilience #FutureOfBusiness #EnvironmentalImpact #energytransition

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THIS. ⬇ 👏 👏 👏 "UNESCO’s cooperation with certification bodies and standardization organizations aligns disclosure practices with certification standards. A notable example is the Organization’s partnership with France’s Ministry of Ecological Transition and the ISO, which is developing a roadmap to mitigate AI’s environmental impact. This initiative will be unveiled at the 10 and 11 of 2025 AI Action Summit in France." We cannot lose sight of how critical AI governance centering ethical and equitable policies and practices is. When I read of work actually happening to do this, I am beyond thrilled. Most of us know by now the severe harm that AI-generated manipulation can do to say, an upcoming election. This G7 toolkit, I want to learn more. Appreciating UNESCO and OECD - OCDE, both former Territory, Inc. clients, coincidentally. #ethicalAI #AIgovernance #trustintechnology #ethicalimpact #readinessassessments https://lnkd.in/gBb3shNz

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I’m thrilled to share insights about the upcoming launch of the European Search Perspective (EUSP) in 2025! 🌍 This exciting initiative is a collaboration between Ecosia, known for its commitment to environmental sustainability, and Qwant, a leader in privacy-focused search technology. Together, they aim to create a search engine that embodies European values of privacy and ecological responsibility. EUSP will not only prioritize user privacy—ensuring that personal data remains protected—but will also reinvest profits into environmental projects, particularly tree planting. 🌳✨ This dual focus on sustainability and privacy is essential in today’s digital landscape, where users are increasingly concerned about how their data is used. Under the leadership of Olivier Abecassis, who has a strong background in digital innovation and telecommunications, EUSP is set to challenge the dominance of major search engines like Google. Abecassis envisions a platform that leverages generative AI while remaining firmly rooted in European principles. As we move toward a more digitally sovereign Europe, initiatives like EUSP are crucial. They not only enhance our technological independence but also ensure that our digital ecosystem reflects our values. Let’s embrace this journey towards a more sustainable and privacy-centric digital future! 💬💻 #DigitalSovereignty #PrivacyFirst #Sustainability #EUSP #TechForGood #Innovation #GreenTech

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Two years ago, I embarked on a transformational journey, driven by a lifelong passion for technology and innovation. When I had the chance to learn from MIT, the top innovation school, I seized it! I had the privilege of working with cross-cultural, cross-disciplinary teams, all competing to create the next big thing in innovation. We went through the entire process—from ideation and market analysis to business modeling, financials and pitching. One idea we pursued was a home-based cancer screening device for high-risk patients. While the concept thrived in the U.S. (this same idea recently earned MIT startup recognition and major funding), the regulatory challenges in Europe (particularly Norway) halted our progress. All our efforts towards the authorities were met by the shut doors, unanswered emails and phone calls. Unfortunately, this highlights how Europe may miss out on fostering innovation due to restrictive systems. This was a big disappointment and marked the end of our project. Halfway through the innovation bootcamp, we had to pivot, starting again with a new idea—this time in the market for parking. We chose to focus on market research in India, and it went marvelously. Though it was challenging to go through the same process all over again—quicker and much more intense to meet the deadline — the idea brought reward, recognition and ultimately victory in the competition. This experience taught me invaluable lessons, which I would love to share: 1️. Innovation is for Everyone: You don’t need to be a rocket scientist to innovate. 2. Never Give Up: If one path doesn't work, explore other markets or ideas. 3. Innovation is a Process: It’s not a “light bulb moment.” You work at it, like any other discipline. To those on similar journeys—keep going, stay adaptable and trust the process! #Innovation #Technology #Startups #Persistence #MITBootcamp #InnovationLeadership

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It bewilders me why so few people from the AEC sector don't attend this . It mission critical to so many organisations , roles, departments deliverables profit productivity . It is normally seen as something vague that the IT department do, ? But there lies some crucial misconceptions and massive gaps in Underutlerlising your precious resources, An atlas( or your 3D model) might be lovely to look at but without the gazetteer in the back, it's just pretty. Without findablity tools it just an object but Knowledge management tools supercharges its usefulness and accessibility. #digitaltwins #BIM

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Anyone who is embarking on a Mission Led approach - the attached is a great tool for communication. Change (which is what you are trying to achieve) is a complex beast. Clear communication is one tool in your tool box to help you achieve the outcome you want... This is a great example... #bethechange #missiondriven

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Starting now: Those interested in #AI #workforce #education can register for UNESCO "AI Skills for the Future of Work" a Global Skills Academy Session on WYSD 2024. #youth #adults #futurework #labour #sdg4

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Most businesses will fail. We want to change that by building the support ecosystem founders of emerging tech services startups need to succeed. Check out this clip from #VixulCon2024 where Aater Suleman talks about this ecosystem. If you want to avail of the ecosystem Vixul is building, ping me or fill out an application here: https://lnkd.in/g3u-_kE8

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Across the Singtel Group, we have always believed that social enterprises hold a unique insight into social issues and are a critical part of the social services ecosystem. Many go on to find unique technology-enabled solutions for the pressing needs of society that have not been solved by traditional delivery models. The Singtel Group has played a small part in contributing to the global social enterprises ecosystem. Since its launch in 2015, the Singtel Group Future Makers programme has invested over S$5 million in more than 85 local and regional social impact start-ups' technological innovations, introducing a multitude of new solutions to the healthcare, education, and social sectors. The programme has helped build capacity, provided mentorship and supported business development and go-to-market for these social enterprises. Singtel Future Makers was recognized in 2021 as Social Enterprise Champion of the Year at the President’s Challenge Social Enterprise Awards for the significant contributions it had made in building the capacity of social enterprises in Singapore. In 2023 Singtel was also recognised under the Steward Leadership 25 awards for sustained social impact through our digital enablement programmes including Singtel Future Makers.   These recognitions are really tributes to the tireless and purpose-driven social enterprises who deserve the recognition. You can find out more about Singtel Group Future Makers and our other digital enablement programmes through our latest Singtel Group Sustainability Report 2024. https://lnkd.in/g5rebz7E #SingtelFutureMakers #SingtelGroupFutureMakers #GlobeFutureMakers #OptusFutureMakers #AISTheStartUp #NextDev  #SocialInnovation #SocialEnterprise #Tech4Good

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🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 As the Director of Innovation, I am thrilled to share with you the importance of business executives leading the way with a strong and ethical AI framework. 🤝 According to a recent article by Cesareo Contreras, it is crucial for business leaders to champion responsible AI practices. [1] Cansu Canca, the director of responsible AI practice at Northeastern University’s Institute for Experiential AI, emphasizes that without executive support, responsible AI practices will not be effective. This top-down approach applies to various industries, including financial services and retail. 🏦🛍️ To equip current and aspiring C-Suite executives with the necessary knowledge, Northeastern University recently held a "Responsible AI Executive Education" course. This course aimed to train executives in implementing responsible AI practices. 🎓 Steve Johnson, the CEO of Notable Systems Inc., also shared his own AI framework consisting of five rules. These rules stress the importance of not blindly trusting AI systems and continuously verifying their accuracy. Johnson also emphasizes the need for human judgment and guidance in AI systems. 🤖💡 Now, let's dive into the main story! 📚 Artificial Intelligence Best Practices provide an overview of AI's potential impact on various industries. It discusses different AI technologies, including machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and robotic process automation. These technologies have the power to improve efficiency and customer service, provide competitive advantages, and enhance decision-making. 💼🚀 Building an AI system involves several steps, such as data collection, data cleansing, model selection, training, testing, optimizing, and deployment. It is crucial to include AI strategy in organizational goals, develop a strong ethics framework, ensure high-quality data, and address security and privacy concerns. 📊🔒 To leverage AI effectively, businesses can explore various AI tools such as generative AI tools, customer service AI tools, and human resources AI tools. Creating artificial intelligence templates, including a corporate AI policy, an AI governance framework, and plans for monitoring AI performance, can also be beneficial. 🛠️📝 Now is the time for action! Let's embrace AI and lead the industry with innovation and intelligence. Assess your business's readiness for AI, develop a clear strategy, and start with small, manageable projects. Together, we can unlock the full potential of AI and drive sustainable growth and success. 🌟💪 #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #ResponsibleAI #BusinessLeadership #Innovation #Ethics #DigitalTransformation References: [1] Why it’s important for business executives to lead the way with a strong and ethical AI framework: https://lnkd.in/dHuAUUcG

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𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗶𝗸𝗲𝘀: 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 I recently had the honor of joining an enlightening session as a guest speaker for the launch of a pivotal report by Challenge Works and the OECD - OCDE Innovation for Development Facility. The report explores how challenge funds and prizes can catalyze innovation ecosystems and enhance government capabilities in low- and middle-income countries. Having partnered with Challenge Works on initiatives like #Afriplastics, the #MombasaPlasticPrize, and the #Bikes Challenges as a designer Proportion - Human Centered Design agency, I was thrilled to share some of my key learnings and experiences during this session. These challenges have been transformative, driving real change and turning innovative ideas into tangible actions that address some of today’s most pressing global issues. The report presents some fascinating findings, particularly in how challenge funds and prizes are: 𝘼𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙜𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝘴—𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘨𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴. 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙜𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨—𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘨𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘢𝘥𝘰𝘱𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮. 𝙄𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣 𝙨𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡—building the networks and relationships that keep innovation ecosystems vibrant and sustainable. These insights deeply resonate with my experience in designing and implementing challenges that unite diverse stakeholders around a shared goal. 𝙄𝙩'𝙨 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙪𝙘𝙝 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙯𝙚—𝙞𝙩'𝙨 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚, 𝙨𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚. A special thanks to Benjamin Kumpf , Teodora Diana Chis, Naomi Whitbourn , Avilia Zavarella, and everyone who played a part in this work and report. Your dedication continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible, challenging us to think bigger and bolder. I’m looking forward to seeing where these insights take us and continuing the conversation on how we can collectively harness the power of design and innovation to address global challenges. 🔗 Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eZm9QGCi #InnovationForChange #DesigningImpact #ChallengeWorks #OECD #PublicSectorInnovation #GlobalDevelopment

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"This report provides an in-depth analysis of the current landscape and highlights the gaps and opportunities within the circular economy to inform and guide future business practices and policy frameworks.  Integrating circular economy practices into business models is crucial for driving systemic change and promoting sustainable resource management. However, businesses encounter challenges in measuring and disclosing these efforts due to a lack of standardized metrics and frameworks, which complicates target setting, benchmarking, and compliance amidst a rapidly evolving and inconsistent regulatory landscape. To address these challenges, existing legal frameworks and international standards must be realigned to support a circular economy, necessitating a unified global framework that promotes cross-sector collaboration, efficient capital allocation, and informed policy development." https://lnkd.in/ePMahYqu #CircularEconomyProgress

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✨ My job is the future 🚀 and the future speaks a new language: fairness in algorithms and equality in translations. This post from Marco Trombetti on Lara caught my attention because it highlights something crucial: as AI becomes integral to our workflows, it’s not just about efficiency—it’s about responsibility. Tools like Lara don’t just translate—they challenge biases, making technology more inclusive and ethical. 💡 The question isn’t whether AI can automate, but whether it can elevate human values like diversity and respect. How are you leveraging AI in your industry to promote fairness? Let’s discuss—our future depends on it. #GenderBias #AI #Innovation #FutureOfWork

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The VCM is full of jargon, abbreviations, and complex systems. Here’s a short guide to help navigate it and understand from a high level how it works for nature based removal projects. https://lnkd.in/dvv2bjtN

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