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Miguel Castro Freitas, a Portuguese designer based in Paris, has been appointed creative director of Mugler, succeeding Casey Cadwallader. Previously with Sportmax, Freitas is known for his strong focus on technique, aligning with the market's demand for high-value products. According to Jean Vigneron of Egon Zehnder, designers who operate behind the scenes are on the rise, reflecting a market where consumers seek value in their investments.
In this episode of Leadership: The Secret Sauce, executive coach Steve Goodman shares his unique approach to leadership transformation.
CFOs have seen their list of responsibilities grow over the past few years, says a recent Egon Zehnder global survey.
Egon Zehnder's 2024 CFO report found that while 82% of CFOs say their role has expanded in the past five years, only one-fifth report having a poor work-life balance.
In 2025, the renewed focus on national interests and protectionist policies, especially tariffs targeting China, is causing significant trade disruptions and increased costs for chief supply chain officers, with only 15% feeling moderately prepared for these geopolitical shifts, according to a survey by Egon Zehnder and Imperial College Business School.
According to a survey by Egon Zehnder, CFOs have seen their responsibilities increase by 82% in the past five years.
Egon Zehnder's Christoph Wollersheim talks about the various types of AI leader archetypes and what may be most suitable for companies.
There was a time when having a woman on a corporate board was considered progress. Times have changed, mostly for the better, shows Egon Zehnder's Global Board Diversity Tracker.
Despite DEI scrutiny, ‘inclusive culture, diverse representation’ are still important, Cynthia Soledad highlights.
For Cynthia Soledad, the principle behind DEI initiatives will remain at the core of what companies do even if the conversation becomes fraught.
With complexity as a defining constant in today's organizations, hiring a CEO solely based on past experience is not enough. Michael Ensser highlights we must assess for potential.
The business argument for gender equality is "an absolute no-brainer," said Michael Ensser during a Davos panel.
Egon Zehnder's Christoph Wollersheim on how organizations need to shape their culture to embrace AI adoption and avoid resistance.
AI is revolutionizing executive search by automating routine tasks and enhancing strategic decision-making, says Christoph Wollersheim, a consultant and AI expert at Egon Zehnder.
A new Egon Zehnder report looks at diversity at the board table, including women, underrepresented minority groups and non-CEO executives.
Luis Giolo and Maria Trillo examine the challenges and opportunities of Spain's new parity law mandating 40% gender representation on company boards.
When it comes to wealth and ownership transitions, trust is too often in short supply. Egon Zehnder's Jason Hecker highlights the importance of transparency in succession planning.
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