“What Works: CEO Succession” with Kevin Cox, Founder and President of LKC Advisory and Anthony Nyberg, Director, Center for Executive Succession at University of South Carolina
What really matters when it comes to CEO and executive succession?What role should CHROs play in executive succession?My guests on this episode are Kevin Cox, Founder and President of LKC Advisory and Anthony Nyberg, Director, Center for Executive Succession at University of South Carolina.During our conversation Kevin, Anthony, and I discuss:Why culture is owned by the CEO, not the CHROWhat is the one common mistake that Boards make during the executive succession process and how to fix it.The most important role that CHROs can play in executive succession process. Why CFOs are more likely to be promoted internally than CHROs.Why character, courage, and business acumen are three of the most important traits of successful CHROSConnecting with Kevin and Anthony Connect with Kevin Cox on LinkedInConnect with Anthony Nyberg on LinkedInLearn more about Center for Executive Succession Resources mentioned in this conversation: CEO succession planning playbookCHRO Principles: Responsible Use of AI in OrganizationsEpisode Sponsor: Elevate by Future of HR - Join the Waitlist to learn from 21thought leadersNext-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders