How Do You Approach Being a Leader in a Board Setting?

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Lulu Lemon has a culture of well-being that includes physical, social and mental fitness. CEO says he shares experiences over opinions with his leadership team. Lulu Lemon's board challenges management to push the business forward. "I believe the role of a CEO is as much, if not more, coach than player"

While many retail businesses have struggled to cope with a wave of disruptions — from pandemic to supply chains to inflation — Lululemon has continued to scale, even when retail sales elsewhere dipped. CEO Calvin McDonald shares how mid-term strategic planning, control over inventory, and a culture that climbs mountains together has fueled agility and versatility. When it comes to brand-building and community building, Calvin says, it’s critical to lean into listening, so you can amplify what makes your business truly distinctive.

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