Technology has never been better represented in the C-suite. Most organizations of scale now have a Chief Technology Officer (CTO), a Chief Data Officer (CDO), or a Chief AI Officer (CAIO)—and many are debating whether they need all three. But […]
For most of the past two decades, the dominant logic of global manufacturing was straightforward: move production where it’s cheapest, and optimize the supply chain to deliver it. That logic is unwinding fast. 58% of CEOs with overseas operations are […]
The title is everywhere. Job boards are full of them. Boards are asking about them. And yet, if you put ten corporate development teams in a room and asked each one to define what a Chief AI Officer (CAIO) does […]
Succession is one of the most consequential decisions a family business will ever make. It’s also one of the most consistently delayed. A February 2026 Deloitte survey of 300 family business executives found that 78% expect a CEO transition within […]
Every high-performing organization has one thing in common: the right leaders in the right seats. But knowing which seats belong in your C-suite (and who should fill them) is more complicated than it used to be. Business complexity, industry demands, […]
Hiring is still hard, but the bigger problem for many organizations now is what happens after the hire. Retaining top talent in 2026 means dealing with a labor market where skills gaps remain real, full-time roles are still hard to […]
Our culture has undergone several dramatic shifts over the last decade. A global pandemic, the growing threat of climate change and developments in technology are only a small subset of issues that have pushed us into new territory. In response […]
Executive search is no longer something companies use only when a situation feels urgent. In 2026, it has become a practical response to a more demanding hiring reality: leadership roles are harder to scope, top candidates are harder to reach, […]
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a trend in shorter tenures for C-suite executives. While these leaders still spend several years on average with a company, they’re also pursuing other opportunities to further their careers and increase expertise. While […]
Leadership recruiting is entering a sharper, faster cycle. Boards expect speed without added risk; candidates expect purpose, flexibility, and a credible plan for impact. The search process has to meet both standards. So, what will actually change for executive recruiting […]
