Corporate Controversies and Public Perception

This chapter explores the impact of media scrutiny on executives at WiseTech and Mineral Resources, particularly focusing on Richard White's role amidst controversies and Chris Ellison's investigation into financial dealings. It addresses the public relations challenges faced by CEOs in the supermarket and banking sectors during a tumultuous year, highlighting consumer frustrations like Woolworths' increasing prices and a contentious bank fee. Additionally, the chapter covers the implications of housing developments within the racing industry and unearths an arts scandal involving a prominent mining billionaire, illustrating the tensions between personal identity and public perception.