Jacob Sims sat at the head of the conference table, his hands steepled as he surveyed the room. The board of directors, an assemblage of sharp suits and calculating eyes, waited for him to speak. The air was heavy with tension, the kind that came with high stakes and higher expectations.
The Riverstone Logistics deal had been a win, but the celebration was short-lived. Competitors were circling like vultures, and Russell Harper was leading the pack.
"Ladies and gentlemen," Jacob began, his voice calm but firm. "I’ve called this meeting to address our current trajectory. While the Riverstone partnership is a step forward, it’s not enough. We need to solidify our foothold in the market before anyone else can undercut us."
One of the board members, an older man with a sharp gaze, leaned fo
