World 50 Group

Economic fault lines are reshaping business. Are executives ready for the shift? In this month's #newsletter, we synthesize insights from trusted experts and longtime World 50 Group friends Mohamed El-Erian, Roger W. Ferguson, Jr., and R.P. Eddy on how leaders can strengthen their supply chains — and their global partnerships. More below ?? #geopolitics #globaleconomy #tariffs #leadership #world50

"This is the moment for HR to have the biggest impact on business outcomes... The companies that are going to win are the ones who focus more on partnership and co-creation. Share the challenges with employees and enlist their help to work through them." In the latest "Passing the Baton" interview, MetLife CHRO and HR 50 advising member Susan Podlogar shares why tomorrow's HR leaders must embrace the dual mindset of systems thinking and business partnership—and capture the employee voice as a strategic asset. More below ?? Adam Bryant https://lnkd.in/e3GnQD2v #FutureOfHR #LeadershipInsights #World50

"When I'm done and dusted with this role, what will make me proud is that I was able to help drive a real step-change in the way the function serves the organization." BHP Chief People Officer and HR50 member Jad Vodopija sits down with advising member Adam Bryant to unoac three critical dimensions reshaping the CHRO mandate: ?? The imperative to proactively identify future challenges and opportunities rather than simply responding to immediate needs. ?? The unique enterprise-wide perspective that enables HR leaders to integrate external insights into long-term strategy. ?? The delicate balance of managing both strategic initiatives and the emotional weight of people-centered decision making. More on Jad's leadership journey and her advice for aspiring CHROs below ?? https://lnkd.in/gAv2sJ_N #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureOfHR #CHRO #World50

"As a CHRO, you have to be an 'absorber.' ... You're not going to have all the answers, but you have to be calm and focused on the path forward and be able to balance needs of the business, the culture, and your people." Dell Technologies' CHRO and World 50 member Jennifer Saavedra sits down with advising member Adam Bryant to talk about the evolving leadership capabilities required in today's complex business landscape—from being an "absorber" of uncertainty to creating analytical, fact-based decision models. Read more of Jennifer's leadership influences and advice to the next generation of CHROs in our latest "Passing the Baton" interview ?? #futureofwork #AIupskilling #CHRO #executiveleadership https://lnkd.in/eievDg2b

Transformation, adaptability, and purpose are central to Paul Norman's leadership. In his "Passing the Baton" interview with Adam Bryant, the MTN CHRO and World 50 member shares how his unique perspective—shaped by navigating the complexities of South Africa's past—informs his vision for the future of HR: https://okt.to/buwlfe

"One thing that surprised me [about the CHRO role] is that I spend quite a bit of time with investors, and investors want to speak to me. They are extremely interested in knowing that you have the long-term talent that you need." In our latest "Passing the Baton" interview, Diageo CHRO and HR50 member Louise Prashad reveals how the strategic influence of HR now extends far beyond traditional boundaries—reaching all the way to investor relations. Speaking with HR50 advising member Adam Bryant, she unpacks how commercial instinct, cultural stewardship, and personal resilience have impacted her approach to leadership, and how they've become non-negotiable qualities for today's CHROs.?Read more below ?? #HRleadrship #leadershipstrategy #CHRO #World50 https://lnkd.in/ecjvEfKj

A single moment can redefine a leader's path. For Ellyn Shook, former CHRO of Accenture and World 50 advising member, it was unexpected validation that shattered years of self-doubt and transformed her into one of the world's most innovative CHROs. Read Ellyn's candid "Passing the Baton" interview with Adam Bryant to explore the "five C's" guiding tomorrow's most effective HR leaders. https://okt.to/kydIVC

The future of strategic leadership? "Harmonizing AI's analytical power with distinctly human qualities like vision, ethics, and relationship-building." Thank you, Michael Watkins, for connecting directly with World 50 members to field questions and share practical advice on integrating AI capabilities —?while building an adaptive culture — into an organization. #leadershipstrategy #AIimplementation #strategicthinking #World50

When Zoetis president of global diagnostics Abhay Nayak set out to revolutionize veterinary diagnostics, he knew building trust and tapping the "right level of expertise" would be crucial. Connecting with fellow World 50 members, he shared how his team leveraged AI and strategic partnerships to reduce blood test times from days to minutes—a practical blueprint for executives navigating their own AI transformations.?Read on for more insights ? #AI #AItransformation #leadershipinsights #innovation #veterinaryhealth #world50

The role of the HR chief has to be defined by value creation—and investing in the people creating it.?"You've got to care deeply about your associates and your leaders... about helping them to be even more effective in what they do. You are a supporting actor in that quest," reflects HR50 advisor Peter Fasolo, Ph.D., drawing from his transformative 14-year tenure as CHRO at Johnson & Johnson. Part of our "Passing the Baton" interview series with HR50 advising member Adam Bryant, Peter unpacks the evolving demands of HR leadership, emphasizing that tomorrow's CHROs must be architects of integrated systems who nurture both business outcomes and human potential. His perspective offers a compelling roadmap: Success lies in creating environments of trust where leaders can continuously raise the bar, while staying deeply invested in people's growth and development. Read the full Q&A below ?? #HRleadership #FutureofHR #HR50 #World50 https://lnkd.in/ebvV4KGP