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Its stock is up 50 percent. Billion-dollar deals for breakfast. How did Boston Scientific get its mojo back?

Boston Scientific has successfully recovered and transformed from past failures through strategic acquisitions and effective leadership, culminating in a $130 billion valuation.

5 Rules for Companies Navigating Geopolitical Volatility

Corporate leadership has evolved to adapt to unpredictable geopolitical realities by adopting innovative strategies.

Starbucks Replaces Chief Executive After Activist Investor Campaigns

Starbucks is replacing its CEO after a year and a half, with Brian Niccol taking over from Laxman Narasimhan, who faced challenges including declining sales and investor campaigns.

New Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol is getting a bonkers pay package-and he doesn't have to move to Seattle to get it

Incoming Starbucks CEO Niccol could earn over $100 million in his first year through incentives, emphasizing the company's high expectations for his leadership.

Data Sheet: Y'all, it's sabotage

Successful CEO transitions can significantly impact company fortunes, as seen with Tim Cook at Apple.
The mixed outcomes of successors to returning CEOs underline the unpredictability of leadership changes.

Its stock is up 50 percent. Billion-dollar deals for breakfast. How did Boston Scientific get its mojo back?

Boston Scientific has successfully recovered and transformed from past failures through strategic acquisitions and effective leadership, culminating in a $130 billion valuation.

5 Rules for Companies Navigating Geopolitical Volatility

Corporate leadership has evolved to adapt to unpredictable geopolitical realities by adopting innovative strategies.

Starbucks Replaces Chief Executive After Activist Investor Campaigns

Starbucks is replacing its CEO after a year and a half, with Brian Niccol taking over from Laxman Narasimhan, who faced challenges including declining sales and investor campaigns.

New Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol is getting a bonkers pay package-and he doesn't have to move to Seattle to get it

Incoming Starbucks CEO Niccol could earn over $100 million in his first year through incentives, emphasizing the company's high expectations for his leadership.

Data Sheet: Y'all, it's sabotage

Successful CEO transitions can significantly impact company fortunes, as seen with Tim Cook at Apple.
The mixed outcomes of successors to returning CEOs underline the unpredictability of leadership changes.
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#market-challenges

Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath is stepping down amid flagging sales

Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath resigns as the company faces financial struggles amid a slowdown in EV sales and increased competition.

Ford Mistakes Pressure CEO Farley

Ford's CEO Jim Farley faces immense pressure due to struggling EV sales and deepening corporate challenges.
The company's ambitious EV goals have been postponed, reflecting poor current performance and leadership instability.

Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath is stepping down amid flagging sales

Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath resigns as the company faces financial struggles amid a slowdown in EV sales and increased competition.

Ford Mistakes Pressure CEO Farley

Ford's CEO Jim Farley faces immense pressure due to struggling EV sales and deepening corporate challenges.
The company's ambitious EV goals have been postponed, reflecting poor current performance and leadership instability.
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Volkswagen's New American CEO Comes From Rivian

Volkswagen's new CEO, Kjell Gruner, faces significant challenges as the company struggles with market competition and internal upheavals.

Chipotle's new CEO Scott Boatwright will make millions leading the chain-but only half as much as ex-CEO Brian Niccol

Scott Boatwright has been appointed permanent CEO of Chipotle, bringing substantial compensation and a focus on company growth.

CEOs on Trump v. Harris

The outcome of the U.S. election will significantly influence economic policy discussions among CEOs and leaders in both U.S. and non-U.S. companies.

Mark Zuckerberg's Midlife Crisis

Mark Zuckerberg's style transformation raises questions about its meaning and impact on his leadership at Meta.
#employee-loyalty

From Nike to Disney: 11 Fortune 500 CEOs who spent their entire career at their companies

Nike CEO Elliott Hill represents a rare case of long-term career commitment amidst a trend of job-hopping in modern workplaces.

Why Laying Off Employees is Not Good for Your Bottom Line | Entrepreneur

Loyalty to employees over short-term gains is valuable for long-term success.

From Nike to Disney: 11 Fortune 500 CEOs who spent their entire career at their companies

Nike CEO Elliott Hill represents a rare case of long-term career commitment amidst a trend of job-hopping in modern workplaces.

Why Laying Off Employees is Not Good for Your Bottom Line | Entrepreneur

Loyalty to employees over short-term gains is valuable for long-term success.
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Europe's 'mindset' problem

The global economic outlook is stable yet underwhelming, with Europe facing growth challenges and competitiveness issues in sectors like AI.
#disney

The Palace Coup at the Magic Kingdom

Bob Chapek replaced Bob Iger as Disney CEO, emphasizing the transition's significance amidst Iger's celebrated tenure.

Disney's CEO plan sparks speculation on what the drawn-out Bob Iger succession means

Disney will name a new CEO in early 2026, amid speculation regarding Bob Iger's transition and leadership future.

Disney's still looking for a new CEO - but not this year, or next year

Disney plans to announce a new CEO to replace Bob Iger in early 2026.

The Palace Coup at the Magic Kingdom

Bob Chapek replaced Bob Iger as Disney CEO, emphasizing the transition's significance amidst Iger's celebrated tenure.

Disney's CEO plan sparks speculation on what the drawn-out Bob Iger succession means

Disney will name a new CEO in early 2026, amid speculation regarding Bob Iger's transition and leadership future.

Disney's still looking for a new CEO - but not this year, or next year

Disney plans to announce a new CEO to replace Bob Iger in early 2026.
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How Merck leveled up its cybersecurity strategy since the NotPetya cyberattack that led to a $1.4 billion dispute

Dave Williams dedicates 20% of his time to cybersecurity at Merck, underlining its critical importance amid escalating cyber threats.
#nike

Tim Cook's other job | TechCrunch

Tim Cook's dual influence on Apple and Nike showcases strategic brand collaboration and leadership across industries.

Nike's new CEO is a company lifer - but an expert explains why that's not a great idea now

Elliott Hill's internal rise to Nike's CEO is an exception in a corporate landscape favoring external leadership hires.

Tim Cook's other job | TechCrunch

Tim Cook's dual influence on Apple and Nike showcases strategic brand collaboration and leadership across industries.

Nike's new CEO is a company lifer - but an expert explains why that's not a great idea now

Elliott Hill's internal rise to Nike's CEO is an exception in a corporate landscape favoring external leadership hires.
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HR leaders share how they're putting people first in an ever-changing workplace

Fostering employee well-being through regular communication enhances business performance.

Tesla reportedly promotes former Musk right-hand man to bigger role

Omead Afshar has been promoted to oversee Tesla's operations in North America and Europe.
#women-in-business

Women are making big C-suite gains, study says - but there's a catch

Despite progress, women remain underrepresented in senior leadership roles, especially women of color.
The commitment to gender diversity in hiring practices has decreased among employers.

Britain sees fewer female leaders in 2024

The proportion of women in executive roles in corporate Britain has decreased for the first time in eight years, signaling a setback for gender equality.

Women are making big C-suite gains, study says - but there's a catch

Despite progress, women remain underrepresented in senior leadership roles, especially women of color.
The commitment to gender diversity in hiring practices has decreased among employers.

Britain sees fewer female leaders in 2024

The proportion of women in executive roles in corporate Britain has decreased for the first time in eight years, signaling a setback for gender equality.
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Mary Barra's lessons from 10 years at the top

Mary Barra has successfully modernized GM through shared values and a focus on transparency, especially during challenging times.
#ceo

New Starbucks CEO to count coffee beans from home in Newport Beach

CEO Brian Niccol will work remotely from home while employees may still report to offices, highlighting a shift in corporate work culture.

How Starbucks' New CEO Drinks His Morning Coffee - Tasting Table

Brian Niccol's simple morning routine involves drinking Americano coffee, reflecting his practical approach as he steps into the role of Starbucks CEO.

Why you might want to aspire to the COO role

The COO role is increasingly seen as a stepping stone to the CEO position due to its breadth of operational experience.

New Starbucks CEO to count coffee beans from home in Newport Beach

CEO Brian Niccol will work remotely from home while employees may still report to offices, highlighting a shift in corporate work culture.

How Starbucks' New CEO Drinks His Morning Coffee - Tasting Table

Brian Niccol's simple morning routine involves drinking Americano coffee, reflecting his practical approach as he steps into the role of Starbucks CEO.

Why you might want to aspire to the COO role

The COO role is increasingly seen as a stepping stone to the CEO position due to its breadth of operational experience.
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#remote-work

Zillow CEO says job applications have quadrupled since going remote-first

Wacksman emphasizes challenging assumptions and leveraging distributed work to enhance both talent retention and customer satisfaction at Zillow.

Executives and Research Disagree About Hybrid Work's Value. Why?

Executives like Andy Jassy demand full-time office work despite research supporting hybrid models and the benefits they confer to productivity and employee retention.

CEOs run companies from afar while workers are required to return to the office

Top executives increasingly live far from company headquarters, highlighting a trend towards remote leadership and workplace flexibility.

As Amazon tells staff to return to office, new survey says hybrid workers aren't working

Amazon is requiring employees to return to office five days a week from January 2025.

Zillow CEO says job applications have quadrupled since going remote-first

Wacksman emphasizes challenging assumptions and leveraging distributed work to enhance both talent retention and customer satisfaction at Zillow.

Executives and Research Disagree About Hybrid Work's Value. Why?

Executives like Andy Jassy demand full-time office work despite research supporting hybrid models and the benefits they confer to productivity and employee retention.

CEOs run companies from afar while workers are required to return to the office

Top executives increasingly live far from company headquarters, highlighting a trend towards remote leadership and workplace flexibility.

As Amazon tells staff to return to office, new survey says hybrid workers aren't working

Amazon is requiring employees to return to office five days a week from January 2025.
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Starbucks store workers want their new CEO to take action on these 4 issues

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol aims to revitalize customer experience and empower employees while addressing recent sales declines in American stores.
#diversity-in-business

Women Fortune 500 CEOs are stuck at 10%

The share of female CEOs in the Fortune 500 remains at 10.4%, reflecting a need for greater diversity in corporate leadership.

The Most Successful Female CEOs in the US Today

The presence of female CEOs is on the rise, indicative of advancing gender equality in corporate leadership.

Introducing the first Fortune LGBTQ+ Leaders list

The inaugural Fortune LGBTQ+ Leaders list showcases the importance of representation for LGBTQ+ business leaders and highlights ongoing work needed for equality.

Women Fortune 500 CEOs are stuck at 10%

The share of female CEOs in the Fortune 500 remains at 10.4%, reflecting a need for greater diversity in corporate leadership.

The Most Successful Female CEOs in the US Today

The presence of female CEOs is on the rise, indicative of advancing gender equality in corporate leadership.

Introducing the first Fortune LGBTQ+ Leaders list

The inaugural Fortune LGBTQ+ Leaders list showcases the importance of representation for LGBTQ+ business leaders and highlights ongoing work needed for equality.
morediversity-in-business

Against all odds, Victoria's Secret survived the Great Recession

Victoria's Secret's success during the Great Recession masked underlying issues that contributed to its decline in later years.

The CEO of the Global Black Economic Forum says we're 'asking the wrong questions' when it comes to DEI

The focus should shift from why companies roll back DEI to the systemic issues behind the lack of diversity in leadership.
#microsoft

Xbox co-founder J Allard has joined Amazon to work on 'new ideas'

J Allard joins Amazon's devices team, focusing on new ideas with no specifics disclosed yet.

Microsoft Vet Kathleen Hall Exits Amid Marketing Overhaul

Kathleen Hall steps down as Microsoft's chief brand officer after 16 years, amid significant changes within the marketing team as they prepare for a 'new era of AI.'

Xbox co-founder J Allard has joined Amazon to work on 'new ideas'

J Allard joins Amazon's devices team, focusing on new ideas with no specifics disclosed yet.

Microsoft Vet Kathleen Hall Exits Amid Marketing Overhaul

Kathleen Hall steps down as Microsoft's chief brand officer after 16 years, amid significant changes within the marketing team as they prepare for a 'new era of AI.'
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WW's ousted CEO gets executive coaching services in exit package

Executive coaching is a valuable aspect of executive exit packages, exemplified by Sima Sistani's exit from WW International Inc.

The best and worst of San Francisco's Dreamforce 2024

Salesforce's Dreamforce showcases its branding and influence through active leadership discussions and emotional intelligence in tech.

Japan has just 13 female CEOs among top 1,600 companies, survey shows

Japan's corporate gender disparity highlights challenges in achieving government targets for female executive representation.

Norfolk Southern Fires C.E.O. After Ethics Investigation

Norfolk Southern fired CEO Alan Shaw for violating company policies by engaging in an affair with chief legal officer Nabanita Nag.

Who is John Ternus, the Apple exec tipped to take over from Tim Cook

John Ternus is a leading candidate to become Apple's next CEO, succeeding Tim Cook.

Here's how these successful CEOs managed to lose it all

Former CEOs John Foley and Elizabeth Holmes faced dramatic financial reversals, illustrating the volatility in leadership and the importance of sustainable business practices.

Overstock Relaunches: Q2 2024 Recap

Patrick Byrne's candidness contrasted sharply with his later controversial actions, highlighting a complex legacy for Overstock.com.

A Lot of Us Are Gone': How the Push to Diversify Publishing Fell Short

Lisa Lucas's hiring symbolized industry change, but her abrupt firing sparked discussions about diversity and representation in publishing.

The $1T question of how to address Black inequality

BEA Foundation provides actionable interventions for sustainable economic outcomes for Black communities.

The C.E.O.s Who Just Won't Quit

Knowing when to exit is crucial for a CEO's legacy and company's success.

Pro-Palestinian protests push American companies' activism limits

CEO stresses workplace policies over personal activism, leading to employee protests and firings.

Pride and LGBTQ+ inclusion is good business. Here's why

Focus on actions aligned with vision and values for genuine impact during Pride Month.
from Business Matters
4 months ago

The health problems that can afflict high level business leaders and how these can be prevented

Corporate leadership pressures affect health and well-being. Stress, lifestyle diseases, mental health issues common among business leaders. Proactive health measures suggested by Dr. Sophia Khalique.

Former American Express CEO says business leaders are too scared to tell Trump what they really think of him: 'They greatly fear there will be retribution'

CEOs fear Trump's retaliation, leading to silence on criticisms.
from Business Insider
4 months ago

Mark Cuban's still betting on Biden after that disastrous debate

Mark Cuban would hire Joe Biden as CEO for his ability to build a strong corporate culture, despite not being a strong salesperson.

Leaders are forgetting about this $30 billion problem

Institutional knowledge loss has significant impacts on industries due to lack of documentation and reporting.
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