Who sits above the CEO?

Viewed in Heidrick & Struggles At the very top of the org chart sits a small, steady group. The people who hire, challenge, and replace CEOs. The “boss’ bosses.” Their profile is more consistent than it looks and quietly evolving. Experience remains the price of entry Boards still value experience above all else. Nearly three-quarters… More

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US CEO turnover accelerates and organizations adapt

Viewed in Spencer Stuart Leadership transitions at the top of listed companies are accelerating and, these changes propagate through the organization. When a CEO changes, reporting lines shift, strategy is refined, capital allocation priorities move, and the ripple effects reach far beyond the C-suite. In 2025, that ripple effect was particularly visible. A total of… More

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