THE HIGH TOUCH BLOG
Please stay up to date on our latest blogs about the art of interim search and interviews with the most inspirational executives in the business of agro-food and FMCG.
The Key Challenge for the Next Generation of Plant and Supply Chain Leaders
Insights for CHROs and HR Directors in the Agri-Food Sector In the agri-food sector, plant and supply chain leaders form the operational backbone of organizations. They ensure that raw materials move efficiently and safely from farm to factory to consumer or retailer—while meeting strict standards for quality, food safety, and sustainability. A Highly Dynamic Environment The challenges for these leaders are greater than ever. Rapid technological change, global logistics complexity, stricter regulations, and rising [...]
Wilko in Conversation with Julie (*) on Leadership Selection and Executive Search Risks
We were having coffee, Julie and I — she had just returned from a visit to a tomato processing plant in Spain, and I [...]
The Right Leaders for a Changing Sector
Balancing Sector Expertise and External Innovation in Leadership Appointments The agri-food sector is under increasing pressure to adapt rapidly to a more complex playing [...]
Driving ESG and Sustainability Leadership at Board and Executive Level
The agri-food sector is facing growing scrutiny when it comes to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards. From reducing greenhouse gas emissions to ensuring [...]
The Evolving Role of the PE-Backed CEO: Strategic Operator or Visionary Transformer?
Expectations of CEOs in private equity-backed companies are evolving rapidly. Where firms once focused primarily on operational efficiency and cost control, they now increasingly [...]
Building the Portfolio C-Suite: Why the CFO Still Makes or Breaks Results
Among all C-suite hires in private equity-backed companies, the Chief Financial Officer remains the most critical, especially in the early post-acquisition phase. While the [...]
Operating Partners 2.0: The Rise of Functional Specialists
The role of the Operating Partner (OP) has changed a lot in recent years. In the past, OPs mostly focused on general management tasks [...]