The Powell Perspective™

07/04/2025

Publius

Supreme Court Imposes Substantial Limits on Federal Government's Enforcement Powers

This article examines recent Supreme Court rulings that significantly curtail federal enforcement powers, including overturning the long-standing Chevron deference doctrine. The decisions shift statutory interpretation from agencies to Article III courts, impacting sectors like healthcare and finance by increasing judicial scrutiny of administrative actions. Full article - https://www.maynardnexsen.com/publication-supreme-court-imposes-substantial-limits-on-federal-governments-enforcement-powers

How the Constitution Constrains Presidential Overreach Against the States

This analysis explores constitutional mechanisms that limit presidential overreach toward states, emphasizing separation of powers and anti-commandeering principles. It argues that structural safeguards offer robust pathways to challenge executive branch actions infringing on state sovereignty. Full article - https://statecourtreport.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/how-constitution-constrains-presidential-overreach-against-states

The RE Doctor

This article outlines the optimistic outlook for commercial real estate in 2025, highlighting robust industrial sector performance and steady retail growth. It addresses challenges like climate change risks and interest rate uncertainty while emphasizing opportunities in affordable housing development and public-private partnerships, which can drive innovation and portfolio growth.
https://www.jpmorgan.com/insights/real-estate/commercial-real-estate/commercial-real-estate-trends

Healthy Community Design, Anti-displacement, and Equity Strategies

Focusing on urban development, this research details anti-displacement tactics such as inclusionary zoning and revenue-generation tools like Tax Increment Financing (TIF). These strategies aim to fund affordable housing and mitigate residential/commercial displacement, promoting long-term equity in rapidly evolving neighborhoods.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9798938/

Skier Tom

PSIA Junior Instructor Program for Youth

This article details the PSIA Junior Instructor Program at Maple Ski Ridge, designed for skiers aged 12–14 at levels 6–7. The program combines PSIA-recognized online modules with on-snow training, shadowing, and portfolio development to cultivate teaching skills, professionalism, and leadership. Graduates gain national junior instructor certification and guaranteed employment opportunities, fostering youth engagement in mountain sports. Read more

Teen Instructor Training at Stratton Mountain

Stratton Mountain’s Teen Instructor Program (TIPS) offers an eight-day curriculum focused on PSIA/AASI Level 1 standards, movement analysis, child-specific lesson planning, and safety protocols. Targeting aspiring junior instructors, the course includes lift access and hiring eligibility upon completion, directly contributing to workforce development in the ski industry. Learn more

Founder's Paradox

The Perils of Founder Worship

This article examines the risks of idolizing startup founders, highlighting how unchecked founder control can lead to governance failures and litigation. It advocates for early governance standards, startup-specific ethics codes, rigorous VC due diligence, traditional board structures, and regulatory compliance in high-risk sectors—using the FTX collapse as a cautionary example.
https://clsbluesky.law.columbia.edu/2025/05/20/the-perils-of-founder-worship/

Start Smart: Founder-Proof Your Startup

Focusing on legal safeguards for startups, this piece details strategies to mitigate founder-related risks through corporate governance. Key recommendations include establishing independent boards, removing passive directors, enforcing regular board meetings with clear documentation, and preventing disproportionate founder power to ensure long-term stability.
https://www.svrlawyers.com/news-highlights-posts/2025/2/6/start-smart-founder-proof-your-startup

Secrets of Capital Raising

Global Private Markets Report 2025

This report by McKinsey analyzes key trends reshaping private markets in 2025, including shifts in fundraising, sector-specific investment strategies, and evolving exit approaches within private equity and venture capital. It offers data-driven insights for navigating market volatility and capitalizing on emerging opportunities. Full article - https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/private-capital/our-insights/global-private-markets-report

100 Surprising Financial Modeling Facts & Statistics [2025]

This compilation reveals transformative shifts in financial modeling for 2025, emphasizing AI integration (75% adoption), the decline of Excel in favor of Python/R, and real-time scenario analytics driving 93% of strategic decisions. It highlights automation’s role in reducing errors and accelerating complex forecasting. Full article - https://digitaldefynd.com/IQ/financial-modeling-statistics/