Byron Loflin
Global head of board engagement at Nasdaq and governance expert who works with boards on succession, governance best practices, and board effectiveness.
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Nov 20, 2025 • 36min
S14 E10 Byron Loflin: Think You’re Ready to Be CEO? Here’s What it Takes.
Byron Loflin, Global Head of Board Advisory at NASDAQ and co-author of CEO Ready, shares his insights on preparing future CEOs and enhancing board governance. He highlights the importance of humility and open questioning in leadership, drawing lessons from the 2008 financial crisis. Loflin discusses proactive succession planning and stresses the need for independent, expert board members. He also emphasizes understanding diverse stakeholder dynamics, using OpenAI as a cautionary tale, and advocates for a continuous improvement approach in leadership development.
Oct 21, 2025 • 49min
The Hidden Habits of Extraordinary Leaders! - Mark Thompson & Byron Loflin
Mark Thompson, an executive coach, and Byron Loflin, a governance expert at Nasdaq, dive into the psychology of leadership in a candid chat. They explore the rising trend of CEO turnover and the loneliness of the role. Discover how extraordinary leaders build trust under pressure and the surprising habits that keep them grounded. The duo emphasizes the critical role of emotional intelligence and effective succession planning while sharing insider insights on what new CEOs get wrong. They provide invaluable advice for aspiring leaders looking to thrive.
