According to Heidrick & Struggles, Chief People Officers (CPOs) are increasingly taking on a strategic role within organizations, working closely with CEOs and boards to strengthen executive succession planning and align talent strategy with overall business goals.

Successful CPOs combine deep business insight, strategic thinking, technological fluency, and cross-organizational credibility to guide leadership development and workforce planning. Their impact is felt in critical areas such as executive succession, CEO transitions, and building strong leadership pipelines. Read the full article.