The character and capabilities of today’s C-suite leaders matter more than ever. C-level executives must create a positive impact on both business growth and profitability, but also the social and environmental aspects which shape employee experiences; these arecritical to their long-term commercial success. Traditionally when hiring key executives such as CEOs, CIOs and CFOs, companies would assess technical expertise, financial acumen, administrative skills and a successful track record in similar roles.

However, so much has changed over the last decade, that companies can no longer look towards traditional management skills as a method of securing the right executives. The new pedigree of chief executives in today’s world require the technical skills and strategic foresight to bring together technological abilities, economic opportunities, drive workforce diversity and lead with purpose.