The effects of the financial crises that marked the final years of this decade have impacted global markets and small town businesses alike. While much of the media focus has been on the particulars of this ongoing downturn, less attention has been paid to the opportunities for new leaders with innovative managerial styles to rise to the top. The articles in this e-book review ideas and offer valuable take-home messages on some of the most pressing and challenging management issues in our current business environment.