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Do Chatbots Expand or Narrow Leaders’ Perspectives? Unpacking the risks and rewards of using AI-powered tools as strategic advisors By Deborah Aarts – Sep 18, 2025 Text originally published at: Smith School of Business In boardrooms around the world, leaders are turning to a new source of strategic guidance: AI. Many executives are now supplementing and…

Kingston’s Quiet Advantage: A Living Lab for Talent, Innovation, and Collaboration When I first arrived in Kingston in August 2023, I had little idea of what to expect. Like many newcomers, I came with hopes, ambition, and a suitcase full of questions. I was about to begin a master’s program in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at…

A Place to Be You: Sip. Cycle. Unwind. After years of working in environments where I struggled to feel seen or safe, I wanted to create a place where people could show up just as they are, take a deep breath, and feel better—body, mind, and spirit. That vision became Pedal Works Café & Studios,…

Building Youth Pathways: The Role of STEM and Skilled Trades in the Future of Work In today’s rapidly evolving job market, one thing remains constant: the demand for adaptable, creative, and technically skilled workers. STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) and the skilled trades are at the forefront of this transformation, offering young people diverse…

Innovation: Connecting Your Business with the Best Opportunities In today’s rapidly shifting economy, innovation isn’t just for big tech – it’s essential for small and medium-sized businesses looking to stay competitive and grow. Whether you run a local retail shop, manufacture specialty parts, or support our healthcare system, smart innovation can connect your business to…

Investing in Kindness: Making Community Support a Business Priority 2025 has been a year of economic instability, but with some cautious optimism—we can work together to strengthen our community. One powerful way to do that is by supporting businesses, non-profits, and individuals who make Kingston the special place it is. Giving back has always been…

The Cost of a Bad Decision: A Cautionary Tale for the Business-Minded (With a Wink) In business, every decision is a bit like a group project—if it goes well, everyone celebrates. If it goes poorly, no one remembers who suggested it. While good decisions can drive growth and innovation, bad ones tend to leave behind…

Sport and Business – The Mix That Wins Championships Behind every successful sports team is a strong community, and behind every strong community are local businesses that believe in something bigger than themselves. The bond between sports teams and local businesses runs deep. It’s more than sponsorships or signage; it’s a shared identity. When a…

Health Is A Business Strategy (And A Community One) As business owners, we give so much of ourselves to what we’ve built—time, energy, creativity, and care. But too often, our own well-being (and that of our teams) gets left behind. We accept stress, overwork, and isolation as part of the deal. We wear burnout like…

Kingston Chamber Champions Local Business at Queen’s Park Earlier this month, a delegation from the Greater Kingston Chamber of Commerce joined over 50 chambers from across the province for the Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s 10th Annual Advocacy Day at Queen’s Park. Representing Kingston were Chamber Chair Kent Williams, Past Chair Sunita Gupta, and CEO Karen…