Executive warms to his new role: the climate fixer; in buying piece of jungle, Mr. Eliasch stirred debate; problem of ersatz Indians

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Head N.V. executive Johan Eliasch has purchased approximately 400,000 acres of land in Brazil, and is planting trees that will act as carbon absorbers in an effort to mitigate global warming. Eliasch's project has drawn complaints from Brazil's officials and labor force, who are wary of outside control over the nation's natural resources.

Government domestic functions, Brazil, Netherlands, Prevention, Environmental aspects, Political aspects, Global warming, Corporate social responsibility, Tree planting, Natural resource policy, Eliasch, Johan, Head N.V.

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GAP will fashion its future without Pressler

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Chief Executive Officer, Pual Pressler, GAP Inc. of the United States has resigned. Mr. Pressler is a former Walt Disney Co. executive who often acknowledged that understanding fashion was not his strength. The board of directors is to seek a fashion expert for the role of Chief Executive Officer.

Company overview, Pressler, Paul, Financial report

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Gap taps veteran insider to run flagship brand

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American clothing retailer Gap Inc. has appointed company veteran Marka Hansen as its new flagship brand head. The company is hoping to return to its creative origins by focussing on its flagship brand, while remaining fiscally responsible.

Hansen, Marka

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