Insight Articles | Chief Executive Officers

The CEO-Chair relationship is vital—yet fleeting. This article covers the high stakes and key steps to make most of their time together under pressure.

Prepare for the World Economic Forum 2025 with a focus on listening. Understand how this intentional act can drive performance, unlock potential, and enable transformative change.

This month we sat down with our new CEO, Francesco Buquicchio, who graciously shared insights about the direction and requirements of leadership today.

We've spoken to CEOs on their pivotal role in human capital, collaborating with CHROs, boards, and leadership for top talent priority in value creation.

The commitment to inclusion, equity and diversity in businesses can – and should – stay on course.

Delved into the stories of 52 Founder CEOs who stepped down in the first half of 2023 to uncover the reasons behind their transitions.

Radhika Gupta, CEO of Edelweiss Asset Management, delves into the experiences that have shaped her as a leader.

Beauty marketers have always been on the edge of innovation, setting trends and pushing boundaries. As the sector evolves, so does the CMO's role.

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.

Energy companies are balancing rapid transformation while navigating the impact of this shift on leaders and their teams. To remain relevant and innovative, energy companies must embrace a culture of agility, collaboration and innovation while attracting and retaining top talent. Below, we share six key takeaways from Egon Zehnder's 9th Annual Energy CEO & Board Leaders Breakfast, which focused on transformation and how it impacts recruitment, retention and executive development, as well as the culture of companies.