SoftBank’s agreement to acquire DigitalBridge for about $4 billion is a classic “picks and shovels” bet on the infrastructure behind the AI boom, combining SoftBank’s capital and AI thesis with DigitalBridge’s global data‑center and digital‑infrastructure platform. DigitalBridge expected to continue operating as a separately managed platform under its current CEO, Marc Ganzi.

In a significant leadership move that signals Intel's deepening commitment to internal renewal, the company announced on November 18, 2025, the appointment of Cynthia "Cindy" Stoddard as senior vice president and chief information officer. Effective December 1, Stoddard stepped into a role that has grown increasingly pivotal amid Intel's broader efforts to modernize its operations and reclaim momentum in a fiercely competitive semiconductor landscape.

Omnicom’s acquisition of IPG creates the world’s largest advertising holding company, reshaping the competitive landscape around “scale, data, and AI-driven marketing.” The all‑stock transaction was first announced in December 2024 and closed on November 26, 2025, at a final equity value of $9 billion in Omnicom shares for IPG. Read the sales intelligence blog post for actionable insights and sales opportunities.

The Walmart CEO transition will officially occur on February 1, 2026. Doug McMillon will retire as CEO on January 31, 2026, and remain on Walmart’s Board of Directors through the next annual shareholders’ meeting to support a smooth transition to the new CEO, John Furner. How will this affect the organizational structure and their investments in technology? Read the full blog post for the details.

Citigroup is in the midst of one of the most significant leadership and structural transformations in its history, highlighted by the appointment of Gonzalo Luchetti as incoming CFO and the sweeping reorganization of its consumer divisions. The moves reflect an aggressive commitment to efficiency, transparency, and competitive growth, signaling a new era for the firm’s clients, investors, and workforce.

Verizon (Fortune Rank #30) is undergoing a major transformation as new CEO Daniel Schulman takes the helm, replacing Hans Vestberg amid intense market competition and declining subscriber growth. With Schulman’s aggressive restructuring plan—including up to 15,000 layoffs and renewed focus on customer value, operational efficiency, and technology investments—Verizon is poised for a pivotal shift in strategy as it aims to reclaim market leadership in the dynamic telecommunications sector. 

Nike has always been a bellwether for transformation in the global sportswear industry, and 2025 proved to be a pivotal year for the company’s leadership and growth agenda. With shifting market dynamics and a tougher competitive environment, Nike’s Board and new CEO Elliott Hill enacted bold moves to reshape the C-suite, streamline management, and equip the business for “Win Now” execution. This Nike sales intelligence blog post takes you inside those sweeping changes and investigates how Nike’s strategic focus has evolved accordingly.

Kimberly-Clark’s $40 Billion acquisition of Kenvue is a transformative event for the health, personal care, and consumer staples industries. The transaction’s scale, timing, and strategic rationale promise opportunity and risk for investors and create a rich opportunity landscape for technology sellers—especially those focused on integration, compliance, innovation enablement, and enterprise operations.

A deep-dive account intelligence report packed with organizational charts, direct contact information for decision-makers, and actionable business insights is a game-changing asset for closing complex enterprise SaaS deals, especially when time is of the essence in the Q4.

Amazon is cutting as many as 30,000 corporate jobs in the largest round of layoffs in its history. These reductions reflect a dramatic shift in corporate staffing, with significant global and organizational implications. The sales intelligence blog below covers the main points, including who is being affected, which teams and regions are impacted, why these cuts are happening, and what this means for Amazon as a company.

Unilever is delaying the Magnum spin-off citing U.S. government shutdown (SEC). We explore the Unilever org charts, the new Magnum executive leadership team, the spin-off and the pending Magnum IPO, Magnum's Strategic Pillars, and where there might be sales opportunities for a technology sales rep in this blog post. We deep dive into potential sales opportunities at both Unilever and Magnum post spin-off (see infographic in Magnum Technology Roll-out).

This acquisition marks a watershed moment for both Fifth Third Bancorp and Comerica Bank, offering their combined clientele more robust banking services, enhanced technological solutions, and a stronger geographic footprint throughout America’s high-growth and heartland regions. The transaction will require careful regulatory review, employee and customer integration, and prudent management, but the firms are confident they will emerge as a banking powerhouse in the coming years—ready to invest, innovate, and lead in the evolving landscape of U.S. financial services.

Strategic account planning is critical for technology sales reps breaking into Fortune 500 and Global 2000 greenfield or whitespace accounts. This blog post explains who gets involved, what the process entails, when and where plans should be created and stored, why they matter, and how to build a high-impact plan.

Berkshire Hathaway’s OxyChem acquisition is a paradigm-shifting move for both companies. Occidental exits chemicals to become a focused oil/gas company with a healthier balance sheet, while Berkshire doubles down on stable, industrial “moats” under a new era of leadership. For technology vendors, the ensuing integration creates windows across both organizations—especially for those specializing in IT rationalization, manufacturing automation, data compliance, and digital transformation.

Oracle’s astonishing stock surge in 2025 is the culmination of bold bets on AI, massive cloud infrastructure investments, and disciplined leadership. With CEO Safra Catz piloting financial strategy and Larry Ellison steering technology vision, Oracle is positioned as a leading player in the global cloud and AI economy. The company’s deep integration of AI, strategic partnerships, and focus on multi-cloud flexibility signal continued growth ahead—making Oracle not only an enterprise mainstay but a trailblazer in the AI-powered future.

Kraft Heinz’s split signals the end of an era—and the beginning of two new chapters for some of the world’s best-loved food brands. For investors, the move is a bold experiment whose success will be determined by the agility and strategic clarity of the two successor companies. For technology sales professionals, the changes ahead represent both challenge and opportunity, demanding a reimagined approach to serve, partner, and grow with these evolving industry titans.