NeXt - Board Edition | May 2026

CEO turnover shows no signs of slowing, reflecting both heightened pressure on performance and a more complex operating landscape.

In response, boards are shifting what they look for in their next CEO.

In this month’s edition of NeXt, we outline the latest trends in CEO turnover—including the growing demand for proven CEO experience. We also share why you might find it difficult transitioning out of the CEO role.

In this edition:

01 CEO Turnover Is Rising—And So Is Demand For Experience

02 Why Is Letting Go So Hard For Outgoing CEOs?

03 What I See New CEOs Get Right—and Wrong—With Their Board Chair

04 The Three Conditions That Matter Most for Transformation

05 Redefiners: All in the Family: What the World's Biggest Family Offices Teach Us About Leadership with BanyanGlobal’s Stephan Roche

Big Data

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A change-ready culture has the single biggest influence on transformation success.

Instilling a change-ready culture is critical for transformation success, yet it remains elusive for many CEOs. We break down what sets leading organizations apart, and how you can create the right conditions for transformation.

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Redefiners

“How do I make sure we have the right people, in the right seats, doing the right job in a way that’s most effective on behalf of the family?”

In a family office, your title matters less than the trust you build and how well you align with the family. Stephan Roche, Partner at BayanGlobal Family Business Advisors, shares advice on how you can set yourself up for success when stepping into a CEO role in this environment.

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