Jeffrey Sonnenfeld

Mark Feigen, CEO advisor and co-author of a transformative study, highlights that companies with co-CEOs saw nearly 40% higher shareholder returns. Jim Balsillie, former co-CEO of BlackBerry, shares gripping stories of his partnership, discussing its strengths and eventual breakdown. Jeffrey Sonnenfeld critiques the co-CEO model, emphasizing risks like role confusion. They also explore how co-leadership could succeed—using innovative strategies and clear communication—and debate the future of this leadership style in large firms.

Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, a Senior Associate Dean at Yale School of Management and CNBC contributor, shares his deep insights on corporate governance and the intricate relationship between business and politics. He discusses the significant CEO backlash towards government interventions and the risks posed by state capitalism. Sonnenfeld also addresses the silence from the Business Roundtable amid these upheavals, highlighting the industry's struggle to navigate political pressures. Tune in for a thought-provoking analysis of how these dynamics impact leadership and market behavior.