Directorship Magazine

The Benefits of a Strong CEO Performance Review Framework

By Blair Jones, Robert Martin, and Kylie Oblak

12/12/2025

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The responsibility of evaluating a CEO has never been more critical for boards, especially as recent data indicates a significant surge in CEO turnover. This trend, coupled with increasingly complex leadership demands, underscores the urgent need for robust and formalized performance review processes. Informal discussions, while seemingly convenient, often fall short in providing the continuity, accountability, and clear guidance essential for effective leadership and sustained organizational success. 

This article explores why a structured approach to CEO evaluation is not just a best practice but instead a fundamental necessity in today's dynamic business environment. Discover the key dimensions of performance that should be integrated into these reviews, ensuring that evaluations are objective, comprehensive, and ultimately contribute to long-term value creation.

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Blair Jones headshot

 

 

Blair Jones is a managing director at Semler Brossy.

Robert Martin headshot

 

 

Robert Martin is a senior consultant at Semler Brossy.

Kylie Oblak headshot

 

 

Kylie Oblak is an associate at Semler Brossy.

Semler Brossy is a NACD partner, providing directors with critical and timely information, and perspectives. Semler Brossy is a financial supporter of the NACD.

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