Amid constant complexity and uncertainty in today’s business landscape, traditional executive succession planning is being tested right when it’s needed most. The long-standing practice of identifying heirs apparent for a few key roles on a static template is a relic from a more predictable era….
The role of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) has fundamentally changed. No longer a back-office support function, technology is now the central nervous system of the modern enterprise—driving growth, enabling strategy, and defining the customer experience. From generative AI and data analytics to cloud infrastructure…
The global business environment has never been more fluid. From market volatility and technological disruption to evolving talent expectations, executives today operate in a constant state of change. In this dynamic arena, the effectiveness of an organization is often a direct reflection of the strength…
Trust in the workplace is one of the most valuable assets any professional can build. When colleagues know they can rely on each other, collaboration comes easier, communication is smoother, and teammates become true allies. Without workplace trust, even the best strategies can stall. With…
In the UK and across Europe, the term interim manager describes a highly skilled leader who steps into an organisation on a temporary basis to deliver critical impact. These leaders are often called in at moments when delay isn’t an option—covering a sudden leadership gap,…
Significant forces are at play in the UK industrial sector, opening up opportunities for companies to harness interim talent to drive transformation and growth. These forces are headlined by the government’s Industrial Strategy, a long-term plan targeting eight sectors – among them advanced manufacturing, clean…
Leadership strategy is at an inflection point. The speed of disruption—from market volatility to organizational change—is outpacing traditional workforce planning. When leadership requirements can change in weeks, annual succession reviews and rigid talent pipelines simply can’t keep up. Companies need an approach that is as…
In an environment defined by uncertainty, companies are finding new ways to stay agile. One increasingly vital strategy? Leveraging interim executives—not just to bridge leadership gaps, but to drive transformation, build resilience, and create forward momentum. In a recent conversation, Heidrick & Struggles’ Sunny Ackerman…
Upheaval in the consumer landscape is impacting hiring trends, with on-demand talent offering an attractive blend of flexibility and instant access to transformation skills Transformation is occurring across the consumer markets industry, forced onwards by the convergence of competing, contradictory pressures. Tight margins and rising…
In April, The Reuters Pharma 2025 conference convened leaders from across the life sciences industry to share transformative ideas, bold innovations, and critical challenges shaping the future of healthcare. Sessions were structured by priority, not function—reflecting the breaking down of silos occurring across the pharmaceutical…
