Record CEO turnover is rewriting who gets the top job
February 26, 2026
At RHR, we know that succession planning starts immediately after a CEO is hired, treating it as an ongoing talent review rather than a one-time event. With CEO turnover trending, 234 CEOs departed their roles last year, up 16 percent since 2024. This means organizations must maintain an ongoing succession plan that aligns with their future goals and continues to evolve with the company.
Dan Russell’s insights were included in Jill Barth’s HR Executive article.
