As chief executive of Unilever, Paul Polman tapped into the company’s history in an effort to make it more sustainable, and profitable. Source: NYT > Business – David Gelles
On Epstein’s ‘Little St. Jeff’s’ Island, a Hideaway Where Money Bought Influence
Jeffrey Epstein used his islands as a personal and corporate haven, negotiating lucrative local tax breaks even as he faced inquiries for sexual misconduct. Source: NYT > Business – Steve Eder
As Politics Creep Into Philanthropy, Beneficiaries Come Under Fire
Charitable organizations can find themselves targets of protests caused by the actions of their benefactors. Source: NYT > Business – Paul Sullivan
What’s Left After a Family Business Is Sold?
After so much attention to running things, little thought goes into what comes next. Relatives should focus on their values, not money, advisers say. Source: NYT > Business – Paul Sullivan
4 Reasons Parents Don’t Discuss Money (and Why They Should)
Families are often reticent to talk about wealth and inheritance with their children, but experts say that can create confusion and insecurity. Source: NYT > Business – Paul Sullivan
Leon Black Downplays Ties to Jeffrey Epstein but Is Silent on 2011 Deal
Mr. Black of Apollo Global Management has not addressed stakes he, his sons and Mr. Epstein took in a company after Mr. Epstein’s guilty plea on a sex charge. Source: NYT > Business – Matthew Goldstein and Jessica Silver-Greenberg