Spencer Stuart Research & Insight

Hospitality & Leisure Board Index 2011

Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The second annual Spencer Stuart Hospitality & Leisure Board Index provides a unique view into the composition and governance practices of 20 of the top public companies in the industry.

Seeding the Future: An Interview with Former Monsanto CEO Robert Shapiro

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Robert Shapiro discusses the early days of agricultural biotechnology, what he is focused on today and the future of agriculture.

Succeeding at CEO Succession: Models for the Asia Pacific Board

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A look at what works in CEO succession planning in Asia.

Women at the top: The view from Poland

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Polish CEOs talk about overcoming the barriers to leadership.

Multichannel technology: CIO Connection Special Edition

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Insights and observations on multichannel technology and the CIO’s role in addressing the changing habits and expectations of the new generation of digitally savvy consumers.

2012 Q1 S&P 500 CEO Transitions

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

An analysis and summary of CEO transitions in S&P 500 companies during the first quarter of 2012.

The Business of Integrity

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A panel discussion on how corporate India can help solve the problem of corruption.

Foreign Listings in London

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A reflection on corporate governance practices in companies where founders retain significant shareholdings.

Digital Directors: Putting Your Expertise to Work in the Boardroom

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A primer for digitally savvy executives aspiring to board service on how to best evaluate outside director opportunities.

Supply Chain Matters: The Asian Battleground

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

With Asian infrastructure meeting rising local demands, global companies must reexamine the old model of having supply chain decisions made in the East made by leaders in the West.

2011 CEO Transitions

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Each year, Spencer Stuart tracks CEO transitions among S&P 500 companies. These transitions can be part of a planned succession or can arise unexpectedly, the result of a company or personal crisis. In addition to cataloguing the reasons for CEO departures, based on company reporting, we also examine information about the successors, including their ages, whether or not they are internal candidates and whether they have been appointed chairman of the board in addition to CEO....

Spencer Stuart joins forces with European Round Table of Industrialists (ERT) on board diversity initiative

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The European Round Table of Industrialists, with the participation of Spencer Stuart, has announced a cross-industry initiative aimed at stimulating increased participation of women on boards.

CFO Route to the Top

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

An analysis of the background and experience of CFOs in the FTSE 100.

Canadian Board Index 2011

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The 16th annual Canadian Spencer Stuart Board Index (CSSBI) studies director compensation, governance practices and trends for 100 of the largest publicly traded Canadian companies.

So You Want to Be a General Counsel? How to Maximize Your Chances

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In this article from the January/February 2012 issue of ACC Docket, learn what you need to have and what you need to do to move into the private sector as a general counsel.

When Naming a CEO, Ignore the Market Reaction

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

An article in the Harvard Business Review explains how new research indicates that positive market response does not always predict sustained success for a new leader, and in fact can sometimes augur for the opposite result.

Retail & Apparel Board Index 2011

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Spencer Stuart's 6th annual review of the board composition and practices of the leading retail and apparel companies in the United States.

U.S. Financial Services Board Index 2011

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The second annual Spencer Stuart U.S. Financial Services Board Index provides a unique view into the governance trends of financial services’ largest public companies.

Digital expertise on the board: An Interview with Dan Rosensweig

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A conversation about the value of board directors with digital experience with the president and CEO of Chegg, a leading online rental company.

Lessons from an international assignment

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Six experienced global executives answer questions about what surprised them and what they learned through international assignments.

Advancing female representation in the boardroom: An interview with Ilene H. Lang

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The president and CEO of Catalyst, a leading organization in promoting opportunities for women in business discusses reasons for the slow increase of women in the boardroom and models that could improve executive diversity.

Say on pay: An Interview with Scott P. Spector

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A discussion of the impact of legislation mandating governing shareholder input on executive compensation with a partner in Fenwick & West, a leading Silicon Valley law firm.

Point of View 2012

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

With Point of View, we share our ideas and insights on some of the most critical leadership issues affecting our clients.

What boards must get right

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Time is a scarce resource for boards. Amid growing business complexity and growing demands on directors, what must a board do well?

The rise of social media: Is your organization ready for the new transparency?

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The growing adoption of social media globally has profound implications for business. Is your management team prepared?

Expat 2.0: The global executive

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The traditional expatriate model is out of date, but what should take its place? A framework for thinking about the profile of the new global executive.

The international leader

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Why are some companies more open to a non-national leader than others?

Have we placed too much faith in corporate governance reform?

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Boards can be more or less effective, irrespective of their governance model. What are the basic principles of effective governance?

Improving board effectiveness: Five principles for getting the most out of a board assessment

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A board assessment can be a valuable tool for improving board effectiveness. How can boards ensure that they get the most out of this exercise?

You need a leader—Now what?

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

How can companies improve their ability to make smart leadership decisions? A new book by Spencer Stuart consultants looks at the myths that surround leadership selection and offers a new model.

Houston Board Index 2011

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Spencer Stuart's 5th annual review of the latest trends in board composition, board practices and compensation for 86 of the largest publicly traded companies based in Houston.

Minnesota Board Index 2011

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Spencer Stuart's annual publication examining the latest data and trends in board composition, board practices and director compensation for the 30 largest public companies based in Minnesota.

Chairman Succession Planning

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A review of critical steps in rigorous planning to provide for continuous leadership in the role of the chairman, a process rarely discussed when establishing plans for succession.

Where now for corporate governance in the UK?

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

As the reverberations of the financial crisis are still being felt in boardrooms around the UK, we look ahead to the challenges facing boards in 2012, including executive pay, gender diversity and shareholder engagement.

Female Director Trends in Europe—2011

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

An examination of the number of women on boards in key markets and some of the issues boards face as they seek to introduce more gender diversity.

Un traguardo ed un punto di partenza

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

L’On. Alessia Mosca è deputato del PD, segretario della Commissione Lavoro della Camera, prima firmataria, per il centrosinistra, del disegno di legge bipartisan sulle quote rosa nei consigli di amministrazione delle società quotate e di quelle pubbliche. Ha fatto parte della segreteria tecnica del Sottosegretario alla Presidenza del Consiglio, Enrico Letta, fino all’aprile 2008. Nel febbraio del 2009 è stata nominata tra gli Young Global Leaders del World Economic Forum....

La “manutenzione straordinaria” del Codice di Autodisciplina

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Gabriele Galateri di Genola, Cavaliere del Lavoro, è Presidente di Assicurazioni Generali, ricopre ed ha ricoperto diversi incarichi esecutivi e non, presso alcune delle più importanti società ed istituzioni del nostro Paese. È componente della Giunta di Assonime e della Giunta e del Consiglio Direttivo di Confindustria. È il Presidente del Comitato di Corporate Governance che sta aggiornando il Codice di Autodisciplina delle società quotate....

Il piano di successione del top management

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Marco Tronchetti Provera è Presidente e Amministratore Delegato di Pirelli & C. e ricopre altre importanti cariche in società del gruppo e non, tra le quali: Mediobanca, Confindustria, RCS Quotidiani, Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi, F.C. Internazionale Milano, Alitalia....

Anatomy of a Product Leader: Redefining leadership for digital success

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how digital innovation has created unprecedented demand for leadership with significant product experience, and the qualities that mark a candidate as a potential product leader.

Silicon Valley Board Index 2011

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 9th edition of Spencer Stuart's governance analysis examines the board composition and practices of 100 public technology companies in and around Silicon Valley.

UK Board Index 2011

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The latest data and trends in board composition, committee structure and director remuneration at FTSE 150 companies.

Life Sciences Monitor 2011

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This issue of Life Sciences Monitor explores the dynamic areas of healthcare technology and biotechnology and offers perspectives on emerging leadership requirements, as well as the role of corporate culture in creating organizations that thrive.

Greater Philadelphia Board Index 2011

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The third edition of the publication examining the latest data and trends in board composition, practices and director compensation for the 45 largest publicly traded companies in the Greater Philadelphia region.

Is the Management Team Right?
A study of CEO changes in European private equity-backed portfolio companies from 2004-2011

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

An examination of the circumstances that led to private equity CEO transitions in Europe over the past eight years, and the implications for the industry.

Italia 2011 Board Index

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Il Board Index Italia, arrivato alla sedicesima edizione, fornisce un ampio quadro delle caratteristiche e del funzionamento dei Consigli di Amministrazione delle prime 100 società italiane (in ordine di capitalizzazione al 1° marzo 2011) e ci mostra un quadro di insieme che, seppur lentamente, comincia a trarre beneficio da un atteggiamento più attento della business community, dal dibattito sulle tematiche di corporate governance e da alcune modifiche normative e regolamentari che sono inter...

France Board Index 2011

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Pour la 16ème année en France, nous publions notre Board Index annuel, dont l’objectif est de proposer une photographie de la gouvernance de sociétés du CAC 40.

Spain Board Index 2011

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

2011 será el decimoquinto año en el que publicamos el Índice Spencer Stuart de Consejos de Administración. Desde 1997 hasta hoy hemos sido testigos privilegiados de un proceso en el que el Gobierno Corporativo ha evolucionado muy positivamente en España....

Spencer Stuart US Board Index 2011

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 26th edition of this annual publication examines the latest data and trends in board composition, board practices and director compensation among S&P 500 companies.

Financial Services Asia Pacific — Leadership Perspectives
Positioning for future growth in Asia Pacific

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In this issue, business leaders across wholesale banking, asset and wealth management, securities and insurance sectors offer their thoughts on current challenges facing the financial services sector in Asia Pacific.

Leading Through Volatility

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Three steps for managing how you react to volatility — and becoming a more effective leader.

Recruiting the Digital Director

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A look at the newest expert in the boardroom—the digitally-savvy director—and a model for navigating this unique recruiting process.

You Need a Leader - Now What?
How to Choose the Best Person for Your Organization

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The best leaders aren’t found by looking for that one perfect person. Organizations get the leaders they need when they identify the demands of their situation, and create a process designed to locate the person who best fulfills those requirements.

Four Practical Talent Management and Retention Ideas for Asia Pacific

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Practical ideas for improving talent development and addressing leadership needs in an Asia Pacific organization.

Diversity: Acting on What We Know

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Given slow progress over the past decade, increasing pressure to add more female board members and the growing use of legislation as a remedy to affect change, directors discuss how to “move the needle” on gender diversity in the boardroom.

Understand the talent tradeoffs: Strategies for building a Latin American investment team

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A look at the talent strategies for building an investment team in Latin America, published in the Latin America PE VC Report.

Succession Planning—What Lies Ahead

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Findings from a panel discussion of the importance of a succession strategy to the continuing prosperity of a company, and the social obstacles that companies in India need to overcome to develop an effective plan, especially in family-run businesses....

Board Leadership Trends: Building an Effective Board in Today's Environment

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In a video interview, Julie Daum, co-leader of Spencer Stuart's North American Board & CEO Practice, speaks with Corporate Board Member magazine about the latest trends in board leadership.

Leadership in the Cloud Computing Era

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CEOs and general managers around the world from leading cloud computing companies share their insights on the trend's implications for senior leadership roles in organizations that use or provide cloud services.

Leading in a Cloud Computing World: An Interview With Gartner CEO Eugene A. Hall

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The CEO of the world's leading information technology research and advisory company offers his perspectives on talent management, the role of research analysts and how cloud computing is changing the world of business.

Changing Places: The challenges and benefits for CMOs of making a sector transition

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This paper explores what’s in it for CMOs changing industry, why companies look outside their sector, and how marketers and employers can get the most out of a transition.

CEO Succession: Making the right choices: A study of CEO transitions across four prominent European markets

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A detailed study of insider and outsider CEO transitions in the top listed companies in France, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK.

2010 India Board Index

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Current board trends and practices among companies in the BSE 100.

Opportunity Emerging From Crisis: The Future of Real Estate Leadership

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Coming out of the financial crisis, a new era in commercial real estate investing has begun that has changed the required profile for real estate leaders around the world.

Building Bench Strength: Talent Requirements and Development Strategies for the Fast-Growing Hotel Industry

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The hotel industry's global growth is creating an enormous demand for new talent at all levels and redefining the skill set that senior industry leaders need.

Governance Trends in Hospitality & Leisure

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A summary of key findings from Spencer Stuart's inaugural Hospitality & Leisure Board Index.

Time for an Outsider: A New Wave of H&L Leadership

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Senior executives from other industries who have taken on leadership roles in the hospitality and leisure sector share their perspectives on making the transition.

Developing the Next-Generation Asian Hospitality Leader

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

As hospitality companies pursue growth in Asia Pacific, they are challenged with finding and developing sufficient leadership talent to lead these efforts.

International Leadership for the Restaurant Sector: An Interview With Yum! Restaurants International CEO Graham Allan

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Yum! Restaurants International CEO Graham Allan shares his perspectives on the international restaurant industry and talks about his company's growth and talent development strategies around the world.

The Evolving Role of the Chief Marketing Officer

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

An article examining recent changes in the chief marketing officer role in leading hospitality and leisure companies.

Innovating for a digital future: The leadership challenge

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

How technology, media and telecoms companies can innovate beyond their transitional products and deeply ingrained ways of working.

Succeeding as an Organization's First Chief Marketing Officer

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Executives who have served as the first chief marketing officers (CMOs) for organizations across a variety of industries share their views on when the CMO role should be instituted and on how the position can be integrated into the organization successfully....

Management Thinking May Be Blinding Leadership

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This article argues that studying leadership using models that acknowledge this complexity will enable us far more accurately understand the causes of professional success.

Netherlands Board Index 2010

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Board trends and practices at leading companies: An analysis of AEX and AMX companies.

CEO Succession Planning for Silicon Valley Companies

Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Three experts with impressive experience as both CEOs and board directors share their perspectives on succession planning for technology companies at a recent panel discussion in Silicon Valley.

CEO Succession: Making the right choices (UK)

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A study of CEO transitions in FTSE 150 companies over the five-year period between 2004-8. Our research shows that a blanket declaration that either insiders or outsiders as a group are the best way forward is no longer sufficient.

Better Under Pressure:
How Great Leaders Bring Out the Best in Themselves and Others

Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Most business leaders can take only so much pressure before their performance slides. Yet some CEOs deliver their greatest successes when times get toughest. How do they do it?

Three Traits Every CEO Needs

Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Identifying the three traits that every CEO needs to realize their potential and that of their people in today’s turbulent environment.

How Stress Can Improve Your Performance

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Heightened anxiety has long been shown to dramatically impair people’s ability to think. But in today’s business environment of unrelenting pressure, aspiring leaders must learn how to confront heightened urgency without allowing mental agitation to be disruptive. This article examines how leaders can develop this quality in both themselves and their people....

Making the right choices: Spencer Stuart Women Leaders Forum

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Summary of a roundtable discussion hosted by Spencer Stuart India exploring how women can reach their potential in the workplace.

Mobile Talent: How Middle East telcos are addressing their leadership needs

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Challenges facing telcos as they seek to build first-rate leadership teams with the necessary skills and experience to operate effectively across multiple cultures

From Super Bowl Player to Super Bowl CEO: Green Bay Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy on Leadership

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Mark Murphy, president and CEO of the Super Bowl XLV champion Green Bay Packers, shares his insights on the first 100 days, talent development, and his keys to CEO success in joining a storied organization with a well-established leadership team.

2010 Toronto Leadership Summit

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Two leaders from the professional services world share the lessons they’ve learned over the course of their executive careers in the Asia Pacific region.

2010 Toronto HR Summit

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A distinguished panel of Canadian business leaders shares insights on CEO succession with a focus on the merits of insider versus outsider succession candidates.

Competing in the New Era of Trade Association Leadership

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This article from CEO Update details how the profile of the association leader has changed as the role evolves to that of a professional strategist and advocate who is held accountable for accomplishing critical industry goals.

Evolution or Revolution? Changes in Britain's boards of directors from 1960 to 2010

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Changes in Britain's boards of directors from 1960 to 2010.

Der Spencer Stuart Board Index Deutschland 2010

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Im Board Index erfasst Spencer Stuart stichprobenartig die Entwicklungen in den Leitungs- und Aufsichtsgremien börsennotierter Gesellschaften...

Growing a Clean Tech Enterprise
An Interview With Russell Ford, President and CEO of ClearEdge Power

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Russell Ford, president and CEO of fuel-cell technology producer ClearEdge Power, shares his insights on leadership, the evolution of fuel-cell technology, and the changing talent requirements of the growing clean energy market.

Why they still do it: Understanding directors’ motivations for joining a board

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Directors are more influential and yet more exposed than they have ever been. What is the motivation for serving on a board today when the risks seem so high?

Wanted: CEO 2015

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A look at the developments that are likely to shape the leadership requirements for the CEO of the future.

The growing role of the board in risk oversight

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

With more attention on risk, how is the nature of risk management changing at the board level?

Lessons from the boardroom: Seven succession planning missteps boards should avoid

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

What are the common challenges boards are encountering in their succession planning processes and the best practices for overcoming them?

Understanding executive potential: The underappreciated leadership traits of the most successful executives — and why they’re important

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

We identify and explain the often-overlooked leadership traits that are fundamental to success, and the questions leaders can ask about individuals’ ability in these areas.

The CEO Agenda: How CEOs are prioritizing for the year ahead

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

CEOs of global corporations weigh in on their top concerns for the next year.

Five things board directors should be thinking about

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The issues and activities that should be top of mind for board directors.

Point of View - A special issue focusing on today's board and CEO agenda

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A special issue of Point of View focusing on today’s board and CEO agenda.

Der Aufsichtsrat zwischen Beratung und Kontrolle: ein Erfahrungsbericht

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Im Auftakt zur Reihe „Effektive Unternehmensaufsicht — Gute Praxis und Trends“ erläutert Dr. Willi Schoppen seine Erfahrungen aus sieben Jahren Effizienzprüfung: „Der Aufsichtsrat zwischen Beratung und Kontrolle“. Er umreißt darin, wie sich — auch mit Hilfe der Effizienzprüfung — die Best Practice in der Arbeit des Aufsichtsrats entwickelt hat und zeigt Handlungsfelder der Zukunft auf....

Leadership at all Levels

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This paper looks at how digital is revolutionsing the technology, media and telecoms sector, acting as a catalyst to change business models and putting increased focus on Leadership to guide organisations through the change.

What Do You Want From Me? How High-Performing CMOs Exceed Expectations

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A Spencer Stuart article looking at what it means to be a high-performing CMO today and how marketing leaders can improve their effectiveness in the role.

Succeeding at Succession

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An article published in the Harvard Business Review reveals that the relative performance of internal versus external CEO candidates varies depending on whether a company is healthy or in crisis.

The Board's Role in Risk Oversight
Silicon Valley Audit Committee Event

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Audit committee chairmen discuss the role of the board in risk oversight.

Board Leadership Trends

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A webcast interview with Corporate Board Member magazine highlights the latest trends in board leadership, with a particular focus on the roles of the nonexecutive chair and lead director.

The Rising CCO III

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Spencer Stuart and Weber Shandwick's third annual survey of global chief communications officers (CCOs) examines the roles, responsibilities and opinions of CCOs in the world's largest companies.

IT in the Middle East: CIO Connection Special Edition

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Six senior executives responsible for IT operations in the Middle East give their insights into the state of IT in the region.

Trust and South African business

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Reputational challenges facing South African companies in a changing environment

Nordic Board Index 2010

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Current board trends and practices at the largest companies in Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden.

Succession Planning: The Indian perspective

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A roundtable discussion on the state of succession planning across the spectrum of Indian companies.

The road to the top: Spencer Stuart Women Leaders Forum

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A roundtable discussion in which Indian women leaders describe their individual journeys and provide insights into how women are embracing their new roles.

Redefining Security Leadership in a Riskier World

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Security and risk management today represent a key strategic concern for many companies. As threats have become more sophisticated, so too have companies’ strategies for mitigating security risks.

Life Sciences Monitor: Issue 2, 2010

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This issue of Life Sciences Monitor explores two prominent emerging trends in the life sciences industry today, as well as their implications for leadership.

New shapes and sizes: Why agility must follow austerity in the new digital age

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This paper focuses on the challenge that media business leaders are facing as they look to resize and reshape their organisations in the face of the impact of both the downturn and the ever quickening digital transformation.

The changing role of the Regional General Manager in today’s global TCM businesses

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The critical leadership role of the regional general manager is an increasingly demanding one for today’s global technology, communications & media businesses. This report looks at out how their role has changed, the key tasks they perform, the nature of the relationship between corporate and the region, and the skills required to do the job effectively....

5 Rules for CFO Success: The art and science behind great private equity portfolio company CFOs

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

What does it take for a CFO to succeed in private equity today? Drawing on our extensive experience recruiting finance leaders for portfolio companies as well as conversations with a range of experienced CFOs and private equity partners, we present five critical factors for CFO success in a portfolio company....

Agent of Change: The Chief Procurement Officer and the Transformation of Corporate Procurement

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Procurement leaders from around the world discuss the strategic shift toward global, center-led procurement and the impact of this evolution on the requirements for the chief procurement officer (CPO) role.

Talent 3.0: Solving the digital leadership challenge — a global perspective

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Illuminating the organizational and talent challenges companies face as they embrace more technology-driven business models and suggest ways leaders can make sure their organizations are prepared to compete in a more digital world.

Emerging Best Practices for the Next Generation of Venture-backed Leadership

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A new study from Spencer Stuart and the National Venture Capital Association reveals shifts over the past decade in the attitudes and practices of venture capitalists regarding venture-backed leadership and CEO assessment.

Beyond the Family Tree: Succession planning for family businesses

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A look at how family companies can prepare for their future senior leadership needs.

The Strategic Agenda for Human Resources Leaders in Technology Companies

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Senior HR leaders discuss their top priorities for the function.

The Benefits of Board Service

Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This article explores the benefits of board service to senior executives and their organizations and presents several considerations for choosing external board assignments that are valuable for both the individual executive and the company.

Resetting the Table: Restaurant Leaders Adapt to a Changed Landscape

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This article explores how the economic downturn has affected the restaurant industry and changed the profile of the successful top restaurant executive of the future.

A new outlook for boards: How the economic crisis has affected the boards of European financial institutions

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This study is based on interviews with the chairmen of many of Europe's largest banks and other financial institutions.

CEO Private Equity Roundtable

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

CEOs and board members from private equity-owned companies, family businesses and a few public companies gather for a candid roundtable discussion and brainstorming session.

Cornerstone of the Board: Lessons on Creating or Rebuilding a Board

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Best practices for building or rebuilding a corporate board

The Corporate Treasurer Takes Center Stage

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The global economic crisis has made financial risk management a top corporate priority, raising the profile of the executive often responsible for managing that risk: the corporate treasurer.

Lessons from a CEO: Making a mega-merger work

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An interview with Craig Morrison, CEO of Hexion Specialty Chemicals

HR leadership challenges in European financial services companies

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This study explores how the 2008 financial crisis and ensuing economic slowdown has affected both HR strategy and the status of HR within organisations.

Telecom: The View From the Sky
An Interview With Inmarsat Chairman and CEO Andrew Sukawaty

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Andrew Sukawaty, chairman and CEO of the world's leading provider of global mobile satellite communications services, shares his insights on talent management, the fast-changing telecommunications industry, and on what's next for Inmarsat.

Separating the CEO and Chairman Roles

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Having a nonexecutive chairman is a common practice outside of the U.S., but companies shouldn't adopt the model hastily

Life Sciences Monitor: Issue 1, 2010

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The regular newsletter for the Life Sciences Practice explores three dynamic leadership trends in the life sciences today.

Life sciences leadership in Asia Pacific

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A look at the business and talent issues facing multinational life sciences companies as they expand across Asia Pacific.

From CFO to CEO: Route to the top

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New leadership opportunities for senior finance executives in Central and Eastern Europe.

Financial Management and Governance in India: A roundtable discussion

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A detailed account of a Mumbai roundtable discussion involving leading bankers and CFOs discussing the implications of the changing business environment on the traditional lender-borrower relationship.

Leadership in the Luxury Industry: Are the rules changing?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

How the recession has changed the focus and priorities of luxury business leaders, from the perspective of over 60 CEOs, general managers and industry observers around the world.

The Healthcare Information Officer: Crisis or Opportunity?

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Chief information officers and heads of prominent healthcare organizations discuss the evolving role, skill set and challenges of the healthcare IT leader amid the push for universal adoption of electronic medical records.

The route to Asia president: Six quantitative insights

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A look at the career paths leading to the role of Asia president

Preparing for change: An interview with Cognizant CEO Frank D’Souza

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A one-on-one interview with Cognizant CEO Frank D'Souza

Converging governance principles: Learning from best practices around the world

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Considers the migration of certain corporate governance principles around the world and how they are being applied in different political, economic and cultural contexts, particularly in Asia Pacific.

Point of View 2009 — A special issue focusing on Asia Pacific

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A special issue focusing exclusively on Asia Pacific and its impact on global business priorities and leadership needs.

Cloud Computing: CIO Connection Special Edition

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

10 leading figures discuss the impact that Cloud Computing is having on their businesses.

Boards and the Expanding Role of the CFO

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With more chief financial officers acting as strategists and risk managers, boards should work closely with them and plan their succession.

CIO 2.0: Defining and developing tomorrow’s IT leaders

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A look at the priorities and leadership development strategies for the information officer function

The Rise of the Global Supply Chain Leader

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A look at the supply chain function, which is becoming a more influential and multifaceted role in multinational corporations across a wide range of industries and geographies.

Good for Business: The Rise of the Conscious Corporation

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In this book, leaders in recruiting, branding and corporate strategy illustrate how today’s most dynamic companies are adopting a more humanized approach to commerce — and reaping rewards as a result.

Investment management in Asia — Eight predictions for 2010 and beyond

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The latest in our Viewpoint series of articles focusing on relevant topics to the financial services industry in Asia Pacific.

The Automotive Industry in China: Managing Today’s Business and Talent Challenges

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A summary of roundtable discussions in Detroit and Shanghai

Talent at the Intersection of Consumer and Life Sciences

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Article exploring the evolution of the consumer healthcare business and the industry’s talent needs.

Supply Chain: Taking the Lead

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Survival in the global market depends on efficient management of the supply chain.

Succeeding in turbulent times - The role of HR Leadership

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

How the transactional role played by the HR function in India is evolving into a strategic one, with HR directors contributing to organisational transformation at the most senior executive level.

What’s next? Reinventing Marketing for the Next Chapter

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A summary of the firm's 2009 CMO Summit

Asia Pacific — Leadership Perspectives
Trends in asset management: A comparison of the industry in China and India

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The latest in a series of articles developed by members of the Financial Services Practice in Asia Pacific

Life Sciences Monitor: Issue 1, 2009

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The regular newsletter of the Life Sciences Practice

Media 2009: The converging media skill-set

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Media companies require a broad set of skills and competencies spanning both traditional and digital media to address the opportunities and challenges before them.

What You Can Learn from the Airlines

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The airline business embodies the complexity, volatility and challenge that more businesses are facing in the current economy, so it can offer some helpful lessons to other industries about corporate governance.

Clean Technology: CIO Connection Special Edition

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This issue offers perspectives into how IT professionals can reduce carbon footprints and thereby protect corporate reputation, secure brand loyalty, reduce costs and establish competitive advantage.

Asset Management in India

Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A report on the roundtable held in Mumbai on asset management in India, a highly dynamic industry, where significant change is commonplace.

The Rising CCO II

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Spencer Stuart and Weber Shandwick partnered with KRC Research to conduct a survey of global chief communications officers that reveals a dramatic expansion of the role over the past few years.

So … Do You Still Want to Be a CEO?

Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Today's challenging business climate has made the CEO role harder than ever and has propelled a shift in the most critical competencies for success in the role.

The Four Myths of Talent Management in Challenging Times

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This article challenges common misconceptions about talent management in a downturn and offers strategic alternatives that can help organizations stay poised for short- and long-term success.

Mid-Air Turbulence: Troubled Times (and Solutions) for LCC Leadership

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A two-part article explores the growing pains that low-cost airlines are now experiencing, as well as the solutions to these problems.

Financial Services Asia Pacific — Leadership Perspectives
One eye on the rear-view mirror: A look at the challenges facing the risk function in Asia

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Observations on building the risk function in financial services firms in Asia.

Why Boards Need to Keep an Eye on Value Creation

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy for directors to lose sight of top corporate objectives in a downturn. Here's a reminder of where priorities really lie.

The Global 50: The new finance leader: Lessons from and advice for today’s CFO

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A look at the challenges CFOs face, the quantitative and qualitative benchmarks that define success and the business and finance experience that is required to be effective given the new demands on CFOs.

Executive Leadership for Energy Markets — The View from Asia

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This article looks at the leadership competencies that are increasingly critical for energy companies to build as well as strategies for finding the leaders with these skills.

Toronto HR Leadership Summit

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Dr. Fariborz Ghadar — author, researcher and leading authority on business trends — speaks to Toronto’s senior human resources leaders about long-term global business trends and their implications for the HR function.

Avoiding the rocks: The role of the board in managing corporate reputation

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A look at how boards best handle reputational issues, following interviews with FTSE 100 chairmen and corporate affairs directors.

Der Spencer Stuart Board Index Österreich 2008

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Diese Ausgabe des Spencer Stuart Board Index in Österreich setzt die Reihe wesentlicher und aktueller Informationen zu Vorständen und Aufsichtsräten fort.

Expatriate Leadership in the Airline Industry

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Spencer Stuart consultants explore the trend toward expatriate airline leadership, and what it might portend for the future of the industry.

Intercultural leadership: Lessons from leaders in Southeast Asia

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The qualities of an intercultural leader and best practices for developing intercultural leaders within an organization.

The Five Principles of Effective Talent Management for Family-Owned Businesses

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This article advises family-owned businesses on how to select the right talent-management approach as they evolve from small family operations to larger-scale businesses that rely increasingly on outside executive talent.

The Multichannel Leadership Challenge: Identifying the right talent for a company’s e-evolution

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Overcoming the business and leadership challenges to building a multichannel retail organization

From CMO to CEO: the route to the top

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Insights and advice from CEOs who have made the transition

Board Governance in South Africa

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An examination of the current state of corporate governance in South Africa through the eyes of board chairmen and governance experts.

Agribusiness Transformed: An Interview with Mosaic Company Chairman Bob Lumpkins

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Bob Lumpkins, chairman of one of the world’s largest crop nutrition companies and former CFO of agribusiness giant Cargill, shares insights from his 40-year career in the industry.

Financial Services Asia Pacific: Viewpoint
Is Asia still standing?

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An occasional publication of the firm’s Financial Services Practice in Asia Pacific

Eight Best Practices for Conducting a Successful General Counsel Search

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Practical advice for conducting a smart, focused and expedited search when hiring a new general counsel.

Building corporate leadership in India

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Our roundtables bring together leading figures of Indian business to discuss critical issues and trends that affect them and the future health of their organisations.

UK Financial Officer Practice newsletter: issue 2, December 2008

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The pressures on CFOs are greater than they have ever been. Many businesses have declared a virtual freeze on all recruitment. Paradoxically the market for senior finance executives remains as strong, if not stronger, than ever.

The changing face of internal audit

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

During the first half of 2008 Spencer Stuart interviewed audit committee chairmen from leading FTSE companies across a variety of sectors to determine their views on the quality of audit and risk services within UK public companies.

Asia Pacific — Leadership Perspectives
What a difference 12 months make

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Leadership Perspectives is published periodically to share insights about timely issues impacting the Asia Pacific financial services sector.

Toronto Leadership Summit 2008

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A dialogue on leadership inspired by the sports world and featuring insights from Johann Koss, four-time Olympic Gold Medalist and CEO of Right to Play, and Spencer Stuart consultant and leadership expert Jim Citrin.

What directors should ask about talent management

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The seven questions corporate directors should be asking to determine how well career development and succession planning are being implemented in their organizations.

Effective Airline Leadership Succession - Exclusive Analysis by Spencer Stuart

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

An analysis of the world's best airlines reveals the keys to effective leadership succession planning and implementation in the global airline industry.

Third Annual Private Equity Roundtable

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Annual roundtable discussion hosted by Spencer Stuart’s Private Equity Practice

Point of View 2008

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Point of View is our opportunity to share our collective voice on some of the most critical leadership issues affecting our clients.

Defining Executive Intelligence: the skills that distinguish great leaders

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Why are some executives better equipped to get at the heart of important issues and effectively anticipate and manage challenges that arise? What skills do these leaders possess? Management theories abound, but years of research and interviews with scores of successful business executives show that the most effective leaders possess the set of skills that defines Executive Intelligence....

Ten Lessons for all companies from private equity

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Private equity’s unique blend of risks, rewards, challenges and opportunities has changed the way that many people think about effectively operating a business. What do the most successful private equity firms and their portfolio companies do right? What can all businesses learn from the private equity experience?...

A Conversation with Conaty: Observations on succession planning and developing world-class leaders

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A 40-year veteran of General Electric, William J. Conaty led GE’s talent revolution, championing the company’s talent development processes, and served as the right-hand “talent” man to two CEOs. He shares seven key tenets of an effective succession planning process....

Why CFOs Get Clawed in the Bear Market

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Everything from insensitive boards to personal liability for financial reports is making CFOs more apt to quit their jobs.

The changing role of the country general manager in CPG multinationals

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Executives discuss the effects of globalisation, new category structures, country clustering and development of national talent on the role of the country general manager.

Governance lessons from Silicon Valley

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A look at what companies can learn from Silicon Valley - and ignore at their peril.

The changing role of the supervisory board chairman in listed companies in the Netherlands

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Board chairmen and chairmen of the executive boards of the largest largest (AEX- and Midcap-listed) companies in the Netherlands discuss the key themes affecting their roles.

Beyond Sales Support: The Increasingly Strategic Role of the Industrial CMO

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Senior marketing leaders talk about the role of marketing in industrial companies.

The Automotive Industry: Building for the future in China

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The study explores the business and talent challenges for automotive companies growing their business in China.

HR leadership in India: A roundtable discussion

Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Spencer Stuart, India hosted a roundtable discussion in Mumbai on HR Leadership in India, which was attended by a group of leading HR professionals from corporate India.

Building for tomorrow: The talent implications of the retirement services evolution

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Demographic and regulatory changes are affecting workplace retirement savings plans and reshaping the retirement services playing field.

Addressing Compliance: Strategies for finding the right chief compliance officer

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

How life sciences companies are defining compliance roles and where they are looking to find compliance executives.

Succession planning: A board imperative

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Despite ranking it as one of their most important duties, only half of public companies have CEO succession plans in place.

Managing Interindustry Career Transitions

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Karenann Terrell, CIO of Baxter International, shares her perspective on making an interindustry career transition.

Lessons of a CEO: An interview with Axel Heitmann

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Lanxess CEO Axel Heitmann talks about his experience leading the Bayer spinoff.

When should CEOs be fired?

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The growing trend to fire CEOs quickly raises the question of when they should be let go.

The Rising CCO

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Spencer Stuart and Weber Shandwick partnered with KRC Research to conduct this study that evaluates the progression of the ever-evolving corporate communications officer (CCO) role.

Cornerstone of the Board: The Nonexecutive Chairman — Offering New Solutions

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This issue of our Cornerstone of the Board series looks at the role and responsibilities of the nonexecutive chairman.

Enhancing board effectiveness: A roundtable discussion

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Discussion of the challenges facing listed company boards in India

Corporate governance in Spanish family-owned companies

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A study on what successful family-owned companies are doing to incorporate corporate governance practices in their businesses.

Hedge funds built to last: Achieving long-term competitive advantage through active talent management

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A look at the talent considerations for growing hedge funds

El Buen Gobierno Corporativo en la empresa familiar

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

El Buen Gobierno Corporativo en la empresa familiar

The horse race: high-stakes succession planning

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A succession horse race can be an effective tool for assessing top talent for the CEO’s role, but it also can be highly disruptive when executed poorly. What are the pros and cons of the horse race and how can boards ensure that it is used effectively?...

Einsame Spitze oder Zweierteam?

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Die Skandale in der amerikanischen Wirtschaft vor rund 5 Jahren waren in den USA die Auslöser heftiger Diskussionen über die Frage, ob die Rolle des Chairman und des CEO nicht von zwei verschiedenen Personen wahrgenommen werden sollten, wie das in vielen Firmen in Kanada, in Europa und auch in Australien vorgelebt wird. ...

Shoemaker’s child? Succession planning for the board

Mon, 16 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Historically, boards had allowed the chief executive officer to take the lead in filling board seats or tended to replace a retiring director with an individual “who looks like the person who left.” Today, of course, boards no longer cede responsibility for director recruitment and succession planning to the CEO, yet they typically address director succession only on an as-needed basis — when facing an impending vacancy....

Senior management in Italian family-owned businesses

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Our study of the profile of senior management teams in Italian family-owned businesses and the relation between the composition of the team and company, reveals several important themes in Italian family businesses.

Planning your own exit

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

It is an issue many CEOs wrestle with: how to do the right thing for one’s company, while also doing right by oneself. When it is time to move on, how can a CEO manage the transition in the most responsible way with the least negative impact on the company, while planning for the next phase of his or her life?...

Point of View 2007

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Point of View is our opportunity to share our collective voice on some of the most critical leadership issues affecting our clients. This issue is a special issue on succession planning.

An insider's view on succession planning: the separate and joint responsibilities of the board and CEO

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

While the board is charged with the ultimate responsibility for succession planning, CEOs are indispensable to the process. Boards and CEOs should work together to clarify their respective roles and responsibilities in the succession planning process....

Avvocati nella stanza dei bottoni: L’evoluzione del ruolo del General Counsel nelle principali società italiane.

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

La "Legal Search Practice" di Spencer Stuart ha condotto la ricerca sull'evoluzione del ruolo e dei contenuti della funzione del General Counsel in Italia, in collaborazione con AIGI - Associazione Italiana Giuristi d'Impresa - con i principali obiettivi di valutare e comprendere il ruolo del General Counsel, identificare le best practices organizzative e valutare le correlazioni fra i profili retributivi della funzione e le responsabilità associate al ruolo. ...

Il top management nelle aziende italiane a controllo familiare

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Il tema della professionalizzazione del management delle aziende familiari è oggetto di riflessione, sia da parte degli studiosi che da parte delle famiglie imprenditoriali.

The role of the chief people officer is changing

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Business is in a state of constant flux making it essential for companies and their leaders to adjust to changing market conditions. This is especially true of senior HR leaders in national and global organisations who need to be able to adapt to, and anticipate, new requests and expectations from the business. ...

Avvocati nella stanza dei bottoni

Thu, 31 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

L’evoluzione del ruolo del General Counsel nelle principali società italiane.

How to rotate committee jobs

Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

As the demands of governance reform rise, boards have to weigh the merits of committee role rotation against the need for experience and consistency.

Leadership in operational excellence

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This article looks at the skills and experience required for today’s operational excellence leaders.

Cornerstone of the Board: Opening the board’s window on the world

Tue, 09 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

As corporations grapple with the complexity of doing business internationally, we examine the importance of adding an international perspective to U.S. boards.

Positioning the private equity portfolio company CEO for success

Mon, 05 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Spencer Stuart looks at the leadership characteristics of successful portfolio company CEOs.

The board of directors and the new reality in the recruitment of general counsel

Wed, 31 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

We explore how it is critical that board members understand their role during the recruitment of today’s general counsel to avoid possible recruitment failures.

Cornerstone of the Board: A closer look at lead and presiding directors

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

In the absence of clear regulatory parameters, we examine the emerging best practices for the lead or presiding director role.

Lessons of a CEO: Bold strategy and execution remake Rohm and Haas

Tue, 21 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

An interview with Raj L. Gupta, chief executive officer of global specialty materials company Rohm and Haas.

Lawyers at the top table

Fri, 10 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The evolution of the role of general counsel in UK listed companies.

Globalization in agriculture: Q&A with Tetra Laval group chairman Larry Pillard

Fri, 25 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

An interview Larry Pillard, group chairman of Switzerland-based Tetra Laval.

Hiring for Smarts

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

This article explores the concept and assessment of Executive Intelligence, the set of business-specific critical-thinking skills that senior executives need to perform at the highest level.

Executive Intelligence: What all great leaders have

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Finding and assembling the very best people should be the first priority of every business, but what is it that makes executives perform at the highest level—and how do you recognize it?

Leadership nel settore automobilistico

Tue, 24 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Da tempo SpencerStuart osserva le dinamiche competitive del settore automobilistico e il profilo dei top manager, per comprendere le caratteristiche dei leader di successo soprattutto in prospettiva futura. Questo studio si basa sull'analisi di un campione di 546 "top managers", attualmente operativi in aziende del settore automobilistico di tutto il mondo, facendo emergere le caratteristiche che li accomunano....

Put on notice: Succession planning becomes a priority for boards

Fri, 15 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Best practices for effective CEO succession planning.

The outside talent trend

Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT

The home building industry is now looking outside the sector in response to its electrifying growth.

Redefining Agribusiness: Q&A with Monsanto chief technology officer Robert T. Fraley

Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Agriculture reaps major benefits from developments in biotechnology and genomics.

Now you're in charge: The first 100 days

Thu, 01 Apr 2004 00:00:00 GMT

In today’s fast changing business world, a new CEO has just 100 days in which to make his or her mark.

Cornerstone of the Board: Getting the most from board evaluations

Thu, 01 Apr 2004 00:00:00 GMT

The benefits of well-executed board assessments.

Leading growth in agribusiness

Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT

Q & A with Nutra-Park CEO Chris Elliott

Inheriting a board: A guide for CEOs

Tue, 15 Jan 2002 00:00:00 GMT

Your relationship with the board could dictate your success or failure as CEO.

Spencer Stuart Research & Insight

Hospitality & Leisure Board Index 2011

Seeding the Future: An Interview with Former Monsanto CEO Robert Shapiro

Succeeding at CEO Succession: Models for the Asia Pacific Board

Women at the top: The view from Poland

Multichannel technology: CIO Connection Special Edition

2012 Q1 S&P 500 CEO Transitions

The Business of Integrity

Foreign Listings in London

Digital Directors: Putting Your Expertise to Work in the Boardroom

Supply Chain Matters: The Asian Battleground

2011 CEO Transitions

Spencer Stuart joins forces with European Round Table of Industrialists (ERT) on board diversity initiative

CFO Route to the Top

Canadian Board Index 2011

So You Want to Be a General Counsel? How to Maximize Your Chances

When Naming a CEO, Ignore the Market Reaction

Retail & Apparel Board Index 2011

U.S. Financial Services Board Index 2011

Digital expertise on the board: An Interview with Dan Rosensweig

Lessons from an international assignment

Advancing female representation in the boardroom: An interview with Ilene H. Lang

Say on pay: An Interview with Scott P. Spector

Point of View 2012

What boards must get right

The rise of social media: Is your organization ready for the new transparency?

Expat 2.0: The global executive

The international leader

Have we placed too much faith in corporate governance reform?

Improving board effectiveness: Five principles for getting the most out of a board assessment

You need a leader—Now what?

Houston Board Index 2011

Minnesota Board Index 2011

Chairman Succession Planning

Where now for corporate governance in the UK?

Female Director Trends in Europe—2011

Un traguardo ed un punto di partenza

La “manutenzione straordinaria” del Codice di Autodisciplina

Il piano di successione del top management

Anatomy of a Product Leader: Redefining leadership for digital success

Silicon Valley Board Index 2011

UK Board Index 2011

Life Sciences Monitor 2011

Greater Philadelphia Board Index 2011

Is the Management Team Right?A study of CEO changes in European private equity-backed portfolio companies from 2004-2011

Italia 2011 Board Index

France Board Index 2011

Spain Board Index 2011

Spencer Stuart US Board Index 2011

Financial Services Asia Pacific — Leadership PerspectivesPositioning for future growth in Asia Pacific

Leading Through Volatility

Recruiting the Digital Director

You Need a Leader - Now What?How to Choose the Best Person for Your Organization

Four Practical Talent Management and Retention Ideas for Asia Pacific

Diversity: Acting on What We Know

Understand the talent tradeoffs: Strategies for building a Latin American investment team

Succession Planning—What Lies Ahead

Board Leadership Trends: Building an Effective Board in Today's Environment

Leadership in the Cloud Computing Era

Leading in a Cloud Computing World: An Interview With Gartner CEO Eugene A. Hall

Changing Places: The challenges and benefits for CMOs of making a sector transition

CEO Succession: Making the right choices: A study of CEO transitions across four prominent European markets

2010 India Board Index

Opportunity Emerging From Crisis: The Future of Real Estate Leadership

Building Bench Strength: Talent Requirements and Development Strategies for the Fast-Growing Hotel Industry

Governance Trends in Hospitality & Leisure

Time for an Outsider: A New Wave of H&L Leadership

Developing the Next-Generation Asian Hospitality Leader

International Leadership for the Restaurant Sector: An Interview With Yum! Restaurants International CEO Graham Allan

The Evolving Role of the Chief Marketing Officer

Innovating for a digital future: The leadership challenge

Succeeding as an Organization's First Chief Marketing Officer

Management Thinking May Be Blinding Leadership

Netherlands Board Index 2010

CEO Succession Planning for Silicon Valley Companies

CEO Succession: Making the right choices (UK)

Better Under Pressure:How Great Leaders Bring Out the Best in Themselves and Others

Three Traits Every CEO Needs

How Stress Can Improve Your Performance

Making the right choices: Spencer Stuart Women Leaders Forum

Is the Management Team Right?
A study of CEO changes in European private equity-backed portfolio companies from 2004-2011

Financial Services Asia Pacific — Leadership Perspectives
Positioning for future growth in Asia Pacific

You Need a Leader - Now What?
How to Choose the Best Person for Your Organization

Better Under Pressure:
How Great Leaders Bring Out the Best in Themselves and Others

Growing a Clean Tech Enterprise
An Interview With Russell Ford, President and CEO of ClearEdge Power

The Board's Role in Risk Oversight
Silicon Valley Audit Committee Event

Telecom: The View From the Sky
An Interview With Inmarsat Chairman and CEO Andrew Sukawaty

Asia Pacific — Leadership Perspectives
Trends in asset management: A comparison of the industry in China and India