Nestlé’s returns have underperformed the MSCI World Index by 44% over the past two years, leading to CEO Mark Schneider’s recent exit. Did Nestlé’s board overlook key expertise gaps? As the company regroups, it’s not too late to apply these lessons and build a more resilient strategy.
Chief executives at retail and consumer companies may have a shorter timeline to jumpstart sluggish performance.
Beware of these three toxic perspectives that quietly poison leadership succession systems.
As Boeing finds itself under intense scrutiny, the company will have to do more to make sure the board is trusted to lead the company into the future.
Any company that has had negative shareholder returns for a year or more must begin the process of crafting such a story that demonstrates to investors that the board and management have a grasp of the company’s current situation and a viable plan for long-term growth.
Five key pieces of advice that will help every new chief succeed from their first day.
The outcome of a succession plan will depend on both planning and execution—and it may be the most important job of your tenure.
To encourage future-focused thinking, HR leaders should prioritize flexibility over rigid processes and leverage collective wisdom.
Historically not considered a ‘serious’ job, marketing gained gravitas during the pandemic—and a foothold on the path to the corner office.
Poor governance practices make it much easier—and more costly—for founders to flounder.
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1:00 - 5:00 pm
Over 70% of Executives Surveyed Agree: Many Strategic Planning Efforts Lack Systematic Approach Tips for Enhancing Your Strategic Planning Process
Executives expressed frustration with their current strategic planning process. Issues include:
Steve Rutan and Denise Harrison have put together an afternoon workshop that will provide the tools you need to address these concerns. They have worked with hundreds of executives to develop a systematic approach that will enable your team to make better decisions during strategic planning. Steve and Denise will walk you through exercises for prioritizing your lists and steps that will reset and reinvigorate your process. This will be a hands-on workshop that will enable you to think about your business as you use the tools that are being presented. If you are ready for a Strategic Planning tune-up, select this workshop in your registration form. The additional fee of $695 will be added to your total.
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Female leaders face the same issues all leaders do, but they often face additional challenges too. In this peer session, we will facilitate a discussion of best practices and how to overcome common barriers to help women leaders be more effective within and outside their organizations.
Limited space available.
10:30 - 5:00 pm
General’s Retreat at Hermitage Golf Course
Sponsored by UBS
General’s Retreat, built in 1986 with architect Gary Roger Baird, has been voted the “Best Golf Course in Nashville” and is a “must play” when visiting the Nashville, Tennessee area. With the beautiful setting along the Cumberland River, golfers of all capabilities will thoroughly enjoy the golf, scenery and hospitality.
The golf outing fee includes transportation to and from the hotel, greens/cart fees, use of practice facilities, and boxed lunch. The bus will leave the hotel at 10:30 am for a noon shotgun start and return to the hotel after the cocktail reception following the completion of the round.
