Bob Stark
Head of the succession practice for Spencer Stuart, a leadership consulting firm, and author of The Life Cycle of a CEO.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 1h 18min
Boxer’s R22.5bn Turnover signals retail Boom; Nobel prize sparks new wave in economic innovation
Adrian Saville, a Professor of Economics and Finance at GIBS, discusses the impact of the 2025 Nobel Prize winners and how innovation drives economic growth through creative destruction. Craig Comrie, Principal officer of the ProfMed medical scheme, highlights the consequences of removing medical tax credits and its effects on affordability in the face of NHI funding. Bob Stark, an executive and author, shares insights on CEO development, outlining the stages of effective leadership and what truly defines a successful chief executive.
Oct 18, 2024 • 40min
The Chips are Down (and Up!)
Bob Stark, Head of the Succession Practice at Spencer Stuart and author of 'The Life Cycle of a CEO,' dives into the intriguing connection between CEO tenure and shareholder returns. He reveals key insights from analyzing S&P 500 CEO performance over the last 24 years, emphasizing traits like resilience and risk-taking. The discussion also navigates the complex dynamics of a CEO's lifecycle and its impact on business success. Additionally, chipmakers are highlighted for their robust AI demand, contrasting the performance of Taiwan Semiconductor with ASML.
