In today’s modern office, workplace culture has become an important consideration for business owners, investors, and employees alike. Studies have increasingly shown that a positive workplace culture results in lower turnover and increased productivity. However, with this shift in mindset has also come a fear of encouraging competition in the…

Corporate culture has the power to shape the experiences of employees, team members, and the people associated with a particular business. It can inspire collaborative teamwork, and elicit a workplace camaraderie that pushes everyone to thrive. In my own experiences, I have found that this type of workplace atmosphere brings…

Thoughts of Harvard Business School elicit daydreams of ivy-clad walls, intricate crests, academic prowess, and a student body devoted to propelling excellence. Internationally renowned as a leading educational institution, Harvard Business School proudly fosters the confidence, leadership, theory, and practical knowledge to turn eager students into future industry leaders. With…

Ragnar Horn has filled his biography with a litany of professional accolades, entrepreneurship, business development, and impressive feats. He is the current Chairman of Taconic AS, a family-owned investment company. While this extensive array of professional ventures would be enough for any leader, Horn is a modern Renaissance man. He…

During these unprecedented times, we are innately reminded of the transformative power of humanity, and the need to continue to collaboratively work together to eradicate human suffering, champion brighter futures and help others across the globe. …

Attempting to summit Mount Everest is one of the most exhilarating yet dangerous feats in the world, a statement evidenced by the tragic events of May 10th and 11th in 1996 where five climbers from two teams died including two highly experienced team leaders. The disaster was one of the…

Ragnar Horn is the chairman of the Norwegian investment company Taconic AS. Born and raised in Norway, Horn attended university in the United States, first earning his bachelor’s degree from Williams College, and then attending Harvard Business School to complete his MBA. After a few years working as an investment…

What do the critically acclaimed indie rock band Darlingside and award-winning trumpet soloist Jonathan Dely have in common? They are both sponsored by Ragnar and Joey Horn, two individuals committed to supporting the arts; thanks in part to the support provided by the Horns, Darlingside has released four studio albums…

The History of Skiing in Norway Skiing has been immersed in Norwegian culture for over 5000 years. In fact, the word itself can be translated back to the old Norse word “skíð” meaning “split piece of wood or firewood.” Primitive carvings found in Scandinavia depict humans utilizing skis as far…