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A Succession Blueprint for Growth
Key Points
- CEO succession is a recurring strategic mandate that requires boards to align leadership selection with the company's future growth potential rather than past precedents.
- Boards can secure a growth-oriented leader by following a structured, six-step framework that anchors the CEO profile in agility and emerging technology.
- Successful transitions depend on the board's disciplined execution of the entire process, including rigorous onboarding and continuous monitoring of both near-term milestones and long-term strategic impact.
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In an era where technological disruption and declining CEO tenures have transformed succession into a recurring mandate, boards must think beyond ensuring continuity. This article examines the urgent need for a structured, intentional approach to CEO succession to achieve alignment with ambitious growth objectives.
Drawing on a case study of a spin-off’s journey, the author presents a framework designed to bridge the gap between a company’s vision for future growth and finding a leader equipped to execute it. Ensure the companies you serve are prepared to accelerate growth, transform, and build resilience.
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Key Points
- CEO succession is a recurring strategic mandate that requires boards to align leadership selection with the company's future growth potential rather than past precedents.
- Boards can secure a growth-oriented leader by following a structured, six-step framework that anchors the CEO profile in agility and emerging technology.
- Successful transitions depend on the board's disciplined execution of the entire process, including rigorous onboarding and continuous monitoring of both near-term milestones and long-term strategic impact.
This AI-generated summary, based on content on this page, was reviewed by NACD editors for accuracy.
In an era where technological disruption and declining CEO tenures have transformed succession into a recurring mandate, boards must think beyond ensuring continuity. This article examines the urgent need for a structured, intentional approach to CEO succession to achieve alignment with ambitious growth objectives.
Drawing on a case study of a spin-off’s journey, the author presents a framework designed to bridge the gap between a company’s vision for future growth and finding a leader equipped to execute it. Ensure the companies you serve are prepared to accelerate growth, transform, and build resilience.
Thank you for your interest in this page.
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Kay Henze is an experienced director, Fortune 15 executive, and scale-up CEO recognized for her expertise in strategic transformation, governance, and CEO-board alignment. Henze currently provides both board leadership, including by serving on governance committees, and strategic advisory for high-growth organizations in the financial services, circular economy, and technology sectors.
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