Discussing the evolution of the CFO role, Jean Hu asserts that CFOs have transitioned into strategic partners for CEOs, unlocking greater opportunities for impact.

Egon Zehnder’s global survey on the changing role of the CFO reveals that 60% of CFOs aspire to become CEO one day. But what does it take to get there? Five prominent CFOs answer this question.

Eine aktuelle Umfrage unter 185 CEOs und Aufsichtsratsvorsitzenden von Global Champions zeigt, wie sehr geopolitische Herausforderungen in den Mittelpunkt der Arbeit der Topmanager:innen gerückt sind.

Persönlichkeit, Identität, Ambition, Motivation und Potenzial: Das sind laut Birgit Storz wichtige Attribute, die das (Anforderungs-)Profil von CEOs ausmachen.

Noch vor einer Generation waren die Rollen in vielen großen Unternehmen recht eindeutig verteilt: Der Vorstand fällt die Entscheidung, die Kommunikationsabteilung begründet sie …

After victoriously envisioning, creating, funding and launching a company, forces conspire to keep founders in that same leadership position forever, even as the role of leading the company evolves and changes from creator to builder to sustainer.

DeepTech companies don't need to hit a wall in their CEO succession process. Here's what they should avoid and what to consider in a successful search.

Mit einem Gastbeitrag sind drei Egon Zehnder-Experten in der aktuellen Ausgabe (2/2023) der zfo (Zeitschrift Führung und Organisation) vertreten.

Who follows the founder? The timing and choosing of this leader can be a tricky and often a highly emotional process. And it’s one that will have significant impact on the business world over the next two years as economic conditions unleash a wave of founder successions.

Who are Founders as leaders? Discover key insights on this question from our engagement with dozens of early-stage founders.