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In an Egon Zehnder study of senior women leaders, many described being “mentally and physically exhausted” and pushing through despite illness.
Female CEO representation has reached a record high, but progress remains uneven. Lindsay Trout of Egon Zehnder observes that some search committees are placing less emphasis on diversity, with criteria that may unintentionally narrow the candidate pool.
Justine Gordon, Markus Keller and Silvia Rapallo discuss scaling fast, securing scarce talent and why ethical, adaptable leadership now matters as much as technical know-how.
In conversation with Forbes, Roopa Foley discussed how leadership hiring is evolving at the intersection of finance and technology, arguing that tomorrow’s financial services leaders must be equal parts operator, technologist, and change agent.
As HR becomes more strategic and influential role than ever before, Egon Zehnder’s Rafael Altavini sees this as a rare moment of opportunity for HR leaders to drive real impact.
Today, CROs are front and center when it comes to such areas as financial planning, investor relations, pricing strategies and forecasting, according to Irina Wolpert of Egon Zehnder.
The preference of headhunters for senior professionals is a key argument for their value in the new labor market, which values experience, contacts, and strategic thinking or perspectives.
The most overlooked step in CEO recruitment is stakeholder management, write Egon Zehnder's Heather O'Keefe and Jason Hecker in this article.
The expectations of financial industry leaders are evolving. Previously, success was measured by navigating complex systems and expert knowledge. Today, companies must identify leaders who excel not only in their actions but also in their approach, says Rian Raghavjee, Global Head of the Asset Management Practice at Egon Zehnder.
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.
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