C-Suite Perspectives

Can Climate Goals Survive the AI Energy Boom?

The era of corporate climate pledges is giving way to the harder work of execution. As 2030 deadlines approach and AI drives demand for energy and infrastructure, compani

How AI Is Reshaping the Future of Employee Reward

Reward is moving out of the HR back office and into the heart of business strategy. From improving frontline productivity to navigating AI and pay transparency, decisions

Is Your Workplace Culture Ready for AI?

A strong culture can help an organization navigate disruption—but the same beliefs and behaviors that drove success in the past can become barriers when the world changes

September Fed Rate Hike? The Inflation Data That Will Decide

Could the Federal Reserve raise interest rates in September?   Yelena Shulyatyeva, Senior US Economist for The Conference Board, analyzes Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's late

From Small Bank to Regional Powerhouse: FNB's Playbook

FNB grew from a small bank into a major regional institution without abandoning the culture, communities, or risk discipline that helped make its expansion possible. In t

State of the Economy for August 2026

Consumer confidence edged lower in August as expectations weakened, even as consumers' assessment of current conditions improved. Yelena Shulyatyeva, Senior US Economist,

Why Prediction Markets Matter for Business Intelligence

Organizations have long relied on surveys, forecasts, and expert analysis to anticipate future risks and opportunities. Could prediction markets offer business leaders a

How to Build the AI Skills Your Business Really Needs

Organizations are racing to prepare their people for AI—but many may already be training them for yesterday's technology. As AI advances, knowing how to prompt a chatbot

How E4E Relief Builds Workforce Resilience

Organizations invest heavily in technology and business continuity—but are they investing enough in the resilience of their people? As employee expectations evolve and di

America at 250: Can Americans Still Compromise?

As the US marks its 250th anniversary, what will it take to strengthen the institutions, leadership, and civic trust needed for the next 250 years? In this episode of C

How a Super El Niño Could Test Business Resilience

A super El Niño is forecast to bring more than extreme weather—it could reshape the global economy. From supply chains and insurance markets to commodity prices and infra

The State of the Economy for July 2026

US consumer spending has been remarkedly resilient. But will consumers' patience run out?     It's one of the questions on the minds of economists, including Allen Li

Doing a Carve-Out? Steve Sapletal from KPMG Explains How

2026 is being called "the year of the carve-out." Why are carve-outs so popular right now, and what makes such deals successful?   Join Steve Odland and guest Steve S

Beyond AI Pilots: Building Future-Ready Companies

In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Sara Murray, Managing Director, International at The Conference Board, is joined by Nick Davis, Senior Fellow at The Conference B

America at 250: What's Next for Civic Responsibility

Every generation has the responsibility to continue the Founding Fathers' vision, says Rep. Brad Schneider.   If the Founding Fathers materialized in 2026, they'd lik

More Life, Smarter Use: Lessons from Hitachi Energy

In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Barbara Mendes George, sustainability communications expert and guest host, speaks with Edvin Lindgren, Global Circular Economy L

America at 250: Compromise for the Common Good

In this era of polarization, how can Americans embrace statesmen who find common ground and move the country forward?     The United States has thrived for 250 years

Can Policymakers Stay Ahead of Global Risks?

In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Sara Murray, Managing Director International at The Conference Board and guest host, speaks with Alejandro Fiorito, Economist at

How Effective Are Today's Boards? We Have the Data

Board effectiveness is rising, but so are expectations, according to the latest research.     In 2026, 41% of executives rated their boards as "excellent" or "good,"

How Circular Innovation Creates a Competitive Edge

In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Barbara Mendes-Jorge, Sustainability Communications Expert and guest host, is joined by Arnaud Marqui, Chief Sustainability and S