The Nelson Report
A deep dive into the innovative business models and strategic moves defining industry.
About This Column
Known for his ability to uncover the strategic rationale behind major deals, Brian Nelson brings a forensic eye to a new, expansive beat. Building on a career spent analyzing the hospitality, real estate, and private equity sectors, Brian now tracks the diverse business models driving the 21st-century economy. He specializes in identifying "operational innovation"—the quiet changes in how companies function that lead to lasting success. His column offers actionable intelligence for leaders and investors seeking to navigate complex landscapes and capitalize on emerging market opportunities.
Recent Articles
Cylembio's Gambit: Durable Melanoma Data Meets a Statistical Hurdle
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TikTok’s Data Wall Cracks: A New Era for Ad Transparency
Beyond the Ping: Unlocking SMS ROI with Data-Driven Strategy
The MOSA Mandate: How Pacific Defense's New SDR Redefines Battlefield Tech
Levoit’s Clean Air Gambit in Thailand’s Smog Season
Malaysia's Growth Paradox: The Business of Clean Air in Polluted Cities
Procyon's $9B Milestone: A Strategic Play in the RIA Consolidation Game
Prospect's New Fund Dangles 9% Yield: An Income Play or a High-Wire Act?
Beyond Print: The Strategic Rise of the All-in-One Brand Supply Chain
The Price of Safety: A Non-Profit's Strategic Bet on Justice in San Antonio
Wugen's 'Off-the-Shelf' CAR-T: A New Strategy for Deadly Cancers
Director Buy-In: Albion VCT Insiders Signal Confidence Amid Change
Mercado Libre's $750M Bond: A New Era for LatAm Tech Investment
Houston's Cold Rush: East Coast Warehouse Bets Big on Gulf Coast Ports
CACEIS's U.S. Gambit: A Strategic Play on ETFs and Alternatives
Bayer's Low-Dose Agent Aims to Remake the MRI Contrast Market
AI on Aisle 5: Smart Shelves Tackle Retail's $112B Theft Crisis
Albertsons' AI Gambit: A Bet on the Four-Minute Grocery Shop