Leadership Change

Peter Smith retires as Non-Executive Director effective September 23, 2026

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. Iluka Resources Limited's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

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Editor-in-chief James Chessell departed to join a media start-up. Editor Cosima Marriner promoted to editor-in-chief, first woman in the role.

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. Australian Financial Review's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

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Citibank Korea named Kim Kyoung-ho, head of corporate banking, as next CEO following 6-year tenure of Yoo Myung-soon. Kim brings 25+ years experience in corporate banking and institutional relationships; appointment follows bank's exit from consumer banking.

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. Citibank Korea's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

curated · 2026-09-23 · context →

South Korean government regulator (FSS) is intensifying scrutiny of CEO reappointments at major financial holding companies and their subsidiaries, with 54 top executive positions expiring end-of-year including all five major commercial bank CEOs. Government demanding transparent, capability-based selection processes and enforcement of governance safeguards.

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. KB Financial Group, Shinhan Financial Group, Hana Financial Group, Woori Financial Group, NH NongHyup Financial Group, iM Bank, BNK Financial Group, JB Financial Group's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

curated · 2026-09-23 · context →

Hong Kong Exchange has taken disciplinary action against seven directors of China 21st Century Education Group Limited (Stock Code: 1598), indicating governance or compliance violations.

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. China 21st Century Education Group Limited's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

curated · 2026-09-23 · context →

Fran Millar, CEO of British cycling clothing company Rapha (joined 2024), is stepping down as the company announces significant organisational restructuring to reduce costs and drive efficiency. Company has been unprofitable for eight consecutive years.

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. Rapha's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

curated · 2026-09-23 · context →

Abhy Maharaj appointed as Chief Executive Officer effective 1 October 2026, succeeding Carlos Rodriguez

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. Constellation Cold Logistics's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

curated · 2026-09-23 · context →

Brown University promoted deputy CIO Joshua Kennedy to lead its $8 billion endowment as Jane Dietze departs after eight years as CIO.

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. Brown University's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

curated · 2026-09-23 · context →

Dave Shula returns as President of Shula's Restaurant Group after a period away. He will lead the company's expansion of its six-concept portfolio nationwide, including new market entries and franchise growth.

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. Shula's Restaurant Group's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

curated · 2026-09-23 · context →

Boaz Lahovitsky joined Broadridge as President of Wealth Management, positioned to lead growth, innovation, and transformation of the wealth business.

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. Broadridge's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

curated · 2026-09-23 · context →

Cineplex announced a new CEO to replace longtime chief Ellis Jacob, likely positioned to lead strategic review and potential sale process.

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. Cineplex Inc.'s move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

curated · 2026-09-23 · context →

Spellbook appointed Meltem Kuran-Berkowitz as Chief Marketing Officer. Kuran-Berkowitz previously led growth at Deel (5.5 years), scaling it to $1B ARR. She joins as Spellbook targets $100M revenue by end of year and has recently raised $50M Series B (Oct 2025, $350M valuation) and $40M debt facility (March 2026).

Leadership read: A change at the top rarely stays at the top. Spellbook's move reshapes the layer beneath it in the sector as a new leader sets priorities and the team re-forms. Watch the first two or three appointments that follow; they signal direction more reliably than any statement.

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