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Associated Press
10-08-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
RockStar IMPACT 2025 Set to Take Over Los Angeles
Where Entrepreneurs Become World-Changers 'The world doesn't need more noise — it needs leaders who inspire action. RockStar IMPACT 2025 is where you learn how to be that leader.'— Craig Duswalt LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 10, 2025 / / -- International keynote speaker, author, and branding expert Craig Duswalt is bringing together a powerhouse lineup of global thought leaders, celebrities, and game-changing entrepreneurs for RockStar IMPACT 2025 – a two-day, high-energy event designed to help attendees amplify their message, expand their influence, and make a lasting impact on the world. Held in the heart of north Los Angeles, RockStar IMPACT 2025 is not your typical conference. This is a full-throttle experience where bold ideas collide with proven strategies. Attendees will learn how to leverage their personal story, brand, and expertise to create real change – and leave with a clear roadmap to do it. Special Event Highlight: The weekend will also feature the official launch of the highly anticipated book, IMPACT: Inspiring Stories on How Heart-Centered Entrepreneurs Impact the World, co-authored by Natasha & Craig Duswalt and featuring influential names like Glenn Morshower, Matt Sorum, John Lee Dumas, James Barbour, Larry Broughton, Blasko, Donna Feldman, Scott McKain, Captain Charlie Plumb, and more. Why Attend: — Gain insider strategies from top industry experts across business, entertainment, marketing, and philanthropy. — Connect with a high-caliber network of leaders, speakers, and influencers. — Walk away with actionable steps to grow your brand, your business, and your impact. Craig Duswalt, known for his unique blend of rockstar energy and business mastery, said, 'The world doesn't need more noise — it needs leaders who inspire action. RockStar IMPACT 2025 is where you learn how to be that leader.' Event Speakers include... Craig Duswalt – Guns N' Roses, Air Supply, RockStar Speaker Natasha Duswalt – Owner of Peak Models & Talent, Band Together Foundation Glenn Morshower - Keynote Speaker, Actor in more than 200 TV Shows and Films Blasko – Bassist for Rob Zombie, Marketing Director for Liquid Death Scott McKain - Hall of Fame Speaker Captain Charlie Plumb - International Speaker, Vietnam P.O.W. Elizabeth McCormick - Former BlackHawk Helicopter Pilot Nick Lowery - KC Chiefs Hall of Fame Kicker Donna Feldman – International Supermodel, Actress, and Entrepreneur Darren Kavinoky - TV Host, Lawyer Event Details: 📅 Dates: September 19 - 20, 2025 📍 Location: Los Angeles, CA 🎟 Tickets & Info: About Craig Duswalt: Craig Duswalt is the creator of RockStar Marketing, a keynote speaker, author, and entrepreneur who toured with Guns N' Roses and Air Supply before launching a career helping leaders turn their expertise into unforgettable brands. He's worked with thousands of entrepreneurs worldwide to create bold, market-dominating businesses. Craig Duswalt Craig Duswalt International email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Zawya
06-08-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Forum charts bold vision for Oman's labour market
SALALAH: The Ministry of Labour wrapped up its 'Future of Work Forum' on Tuesday, capping two days of dynamic discussions that brought together thought leaders, policymakers, and labour market experts from Oman and abroad. Held as part of Labour Forum 2025, the event explored how Oman's work environment is evolving — and what must be done to make it future-ready. From social protections to career guidance and the rise of mental resilience in the workplace, the sessions reflected a bold vision to reshape how people live and work in Oman. One of the headline sessions, 'Fostering an Enabling Work Environment and Attracting Talent", tackled some of the most pressing questions in the labour space. Experts discussed how stronger public-private partnerships, better occupational safety, and smarter social protection systems can empower Omanis to thrive in tomorrow's economy. Another key panel, 'Social Dialogue and the Future of Labour Markets", focused on how inclusive conversations among governments, businesses and workers can help shape balanced, fair and resilient labour policies. Participants called for new models of engagement to ensure that all voices — from factory floors to boardrooms — have a role in shaping the future of work. Running alongside the main forum, the 'Future Talents: Thought and Work' student exhibition continued to draw visitors. Featuring creative projects by vocational college students, the exhibition included a standout workshop on 'Psychological and Professional Resilience' — a timely reminder that soft skills are just as vital as technical ones in today's workplace. The exhibition remains open to the public until Thursday, August 7.
IOL News
05-08-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Rob Hersov's inflammatory remarks reignite race relations debate in South Africa
Businessman Rob Hersov Image: Supplied South African businessman Rob Hersov ignited controversy when he fired a series of inflammatory remarks about the country's black population and the historical figure Zulu king Shaka during a recent episode of the American podcast "Thought Leaders." His comments drew widespread condemnation but have also reignited discussions about the delicate fabric of race relations in South Africa. Speaking on a platform associated with the conservative Epoch Times, Hersov referred to black South Africans as "barbaric." He also labelled Shaka a "rapist" known for throwing people off cliffs. Such statements were seen as promulgating deeply entrenched stereotypes and alarmist narratives regarding violence in South Africa. Hersov did not shy away from insisting that the country was plagued by two farm attacks each day and two murders of farmers each week. He asserted that farmers were three times more likely to be murdered than police officers, a statement that lacked reliable data or credible sources to back it up. His utterances aligned with the rhetoric associated with organisations like AfriForum, which faced accusations of misrepresenting the realities of farm violence, even though official statistics for the 2022/23 period told a different story. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading While Hersov claimed farm murders were rampant, reports indicate that 111 police officers were killed during that period. This was in contrast to AfriForum's figure of 49 alleged farm murders. Furthermore, a recent assessment by suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu revealed that, out of 12 farm murders in the last quarter of 2024, only one victim was white. Similar sentiments have been echoed by US President Donald Trump, who recently alleged that a "white genocide" was happening in South Africa. He proposed measures such as cutting US aid to the country and granting expedited citizenship to Afrikaners. Those assertions were rejected by President Cyril Ramaphosa, who, during a meeting with Trump, stated that the narrative of a white genocide does not reflect the realities of the nation. Ramaphosa underscored the South African government's dedication to democratic principles and freedom of expression while also stressing that extreme views do not represent state policy. "What you saw in the speeches made is not government policy. We have a multiparty democracy in South Africa that allows people to express themselves," he stated previously. Political analyst Siphamandla Zondi denounced Hersov's claims as mere election-style rhetoric lacking substantive evidence. He noted that the narrative of "white genocide" serves to amplify fears and alarm without addressing the broader context of violence that affects all demographic groups.
