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External CEOs can drive swift change, while internal CEOs in India typically serve almost twice as long, offering important stability. Balancing internal pipeline development with external benchmarking helps identify the ideal succession candidate. bit.ly/3MAjk8x

From poor corporate performance to market volatility, technology transformation to investor pressure, there are many factors that shape a CEO’s time in post. Find out what it takes to lead Europe’s largest companies today: bit.ly/4snxEAj

Stepping into the chief people officer role for the first time? Becoming the leader of an organization’s HR function means making a fundamental shift in your identity, scope and expectations. Learn more: bit.ly/4bucQAw

Talent leaders are navigating a paradox: accelerating complexity outside the enterprise and an urgent need for radical simplicity inside it. Learn more; bit.ly/40FuMTz

While many sitting CEOs expect that they will take another CEO job, our survey revealed that only 7% served as a CEO again. Instead, over half of formers CEOs said they are partaking in personal pursuits and hobbies. Learn more: bit.ly/438NQeG

The decline in CEO tenure is particularly pronounced in the S&P 500; 45% of S&P 500 CEOs left by the five-year mark. Learn more: bit.ly/4bi3bxL

CEO transitions at the top 50 consumer products companies were almost 3x the broader market in the U.S. and EMEA. Amid a volatile macroeconomic landscape, it’s clear that consumer products boards see CEO changes as a way to supercharge transformation. bit.ly/40To6RT

Developing robust succession pipelines is harder but more important than ever. Here is your guide to excelling at C-suite succession planning: bit.ly/40FlTcP

CEOs who commit to learning about AI and using it regularly unlock new capabilities for themselves and gain powerful tools for elevating their strategic and operational effectiveness. This 90-day agenda shows how to build your AI expertise: bit.ly/4k4xRph

Government affairs is a top-of-mind issue for biopharma C-suites today as they seek to continue growth amid policy discussion and geopolitical tensions. What does this mean for leadership in the industry? bit.ly/40lbi6t

82% of CEO appointments in Europe were first-time CEOs, with the largest proportion being promoted from a divisional CEO role (43%). Learn more about CEO turnover among major European listed companies: bit.ly/4snxEAj

Stepping into the chief people officer role for the first time? Here are five takeaways from two first-time leaders about their path to the role and the lessons they had learned: bit.ly/4bucQAw

MWC 2026 felt like “AI-everything”, but the real shift for telcos is deeper than launching a new product. Learn how AI comes down to an architectural and leadership pivot, one that affects platform design, risk management and capital allocation. bit.ly/3PnDtiV

Boards and C-suites face a simple but critical choice: Partner with AI – or perish. Learn more in this article co-authored by Spencer Staurt’s Danny Koh and Phoon Kok Kwang, President of Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) for The Business Times:

Explore the latest CEO transition trends, insights and practical guidance to understand what’s shaping today’s transitions and how to make this pivotal moment truly count. bit.ly/4rlEJRH

In honor of International Women's Day, Caitlin Post reflects on how mentorship from women leaders across Spencer Stuart has shaped her career. #IWD2026 #GivetoGain

When it comes to transforming a large company, Kate Johnson, CEO of Lumen Technologies, believes via many small wins and AI-ready networks. Find out how “little fires everywhere” have fueled real impact: bit.ly/3P37ep8

What are the latest trends and changes affecting governance structures and leadership dynamics of the BIST 30 companies in Türkiye? Our new Turkey Spencer Stuart Board Index reports on the state of Turkish boardrooms. bit.ly/36wdj2a

Hong Kong boards are refreshing at encouraging rates: Almost 60% of independent non-executive directors (INEDs) were appointed in the last five years. Learn more about governance practices in Hong Kong: bit.ly/3gscTk4

One year, 15 new CEOs. The signal from consumer products boards is clear: accelerate transformation. Our research on the world’s 50 largest consumer products companies explores what’s driving the highest CEO turnover in years. Learn more: bit.ly/40To6RT