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Boards shift from CEO succession to shaping future leaders across the whole company
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
CHROs still see boards as governance, not talent shapers
Corporate boards are taking a bigger role in talent management, moving beyond CEO succession toward broader leadership development. A new survey finds boards spend substantial time on talent strategies, but many CHROs still view them mainly as governance bodies. Gaps in preparing future-ready leaders, internal readiness, and leadership sponsorship are leaving organizations short on measurable performance gains.
- Boards are expanding talent focus beyond CEO succession
- Most CHROs still perceive boards as governance, not talent partners
- Future-leader preparation is hindered by internal readiness gaps
- Strong leadership sponsorship remains a sticking point
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