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C-Suite Perspectives

The Conference Board

Welcome to C-Suite Perspectives, a podcast series by The Conference Board. Hosted by our President & CEO, Steve Odland, this weekly conversation will take an objective, data-driven look at a range of business topics aimed at executives. Listeners will come away with what The Conference Board does best: insights for what"s ahead™.

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29:17

Is Stagflation a Looming Risk?

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/09/25

The global economy is slowing — but is it a recession, stagflation, or just a soft patch? In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Steve Odland speaks with Erik Lundh, Senior Global Economist at The Conference Board, about the latest forecast for the US and world economies. They break down: Why US growth in 2025 will feel sluggish The role of tariffs, inflation, and labor markets Outlooks for Europe, China, India, and beyond The Fed’s next moves on interest rates

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24:43

Salary Budgets 2026: What to Expect

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/09/22

As organizations head into 2026, pay planning has become more strategic than ever. Salary budgets remain firm, but workforce strategies are shifting toward automation, reskilling, and greater pay transparency. Diana Scott welcomes Mitchell Barnes and Rita Meyerson of The Conference Board to discuss how salary budgets are evolving; why pay equity and transparency are critical to retention; and how economists, HR leaders, and members of the C-Suite can partner to shape resilient, future-ready

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26:37

Boards Under Pressure: Succession, Activism, and AI...

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/09/15

Only one in four governance leaders say succession planning is a top priority, even as activists press for change and many CEOs stay in their roles longer than ever. In this episode, host Steve Odland sits down with Bonnie Gwin, Vice Chair and Global Co-Managing Partner, CEO and Board Practice, Heidrick & Struggles, and a leading voice on governance and board effectiveness. Together, they unpack the risks of neglecting succession, explore best practices for director refreshment, and explain

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30:02

How CVS Health Is Rethinking Health Care Delivery

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/09/08

CVS Health is striving to improve health care delivery in five key areas: cost, quality, access, experience, and equity. What changes are necessary to ensure better outcomes across the US health care system? Join Steve Odland and guest Dr. Sree Chaguturu, executive vice president and president of healthcare delivery at CVS Health, to find out what value-based care looks like, why primary care needs subspecialties, and how CVS Health is meeting the different needs of different demographics

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27:41

Can Fed Governors be Fired?

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/09/04

The Federal Reserve has come under scrutiny, including uncertainty over whether the President can remove Fed governors — and under what circumstances. What does it mean to call the Federal Reserve “independent,” and how does that work in practice? Join Steve Odland and guest Yelena Shulyatyeva, senior US Economist for The Conference Board Economy, Strategy & Finance Center, to find out about the Federal Reserve’s origins, who selects Fed governors and regional presidents, and why the Fed’s

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32:08

Inside the BLS: What Executives Need to Know

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/09/02

Every month, Americans – both consumers and businesses -- turn to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to understand the health of the US economy and what to expect next. How can businesses and Congress support and improve the work of this agency? Join Steve Odland and guest Erica Groshen, former commissioner of BLS from 2013 to 2017, to find out how BLS conducts surveys, how monthly revisions work, and what's limiting the agency from being even more effective. For more from The

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30:13

What’s Next for Wind, Solar and Other Renewable Energy?

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/08/28

Electricity demand is expected to increase 25% by 2050. How can renewable energy sources in the US help fill the gap? Renewables will soon produce 25% of US electricity generation, and they've already surpassed coal as a share of output. How can renewables continue to meet the growing demand for energy, and what can we expect from emerging sources such as geothermal and fusion? Join Steve Odland and guest Alex Heil, senior economist at The Conference Board, to find out why US energy usage

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19:45

The State of the Economy for August 2025

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/08/26

Consumer confidence mostly held steady in August – what's driving people’s current mood and spending habits? The latest update from The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index® shows a slight dip in August, with the index slipping to 97.4 from July’s 98.7. Both the Present Situation Index and the Expectations Index fell, with expectations remaining below the recession-warning threshold of 80. Join Dana Peterson, Center Leader of the Economy, Strategy & Finance Center at The Conference

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27:45

As Deals Come Together, What’s Next for Tariffs and...

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/08/25

How successful has the US been with tariffs, and what other aspects of trade could be negotiated next? The US is inching closer toward certainty on tariffs, but China, India, Canada, and Mexico are key markets with unanswered questions. How can business leaders prepare for further changes in tariffs, trade politics, and import-export controls? Join Steve Odland and guest Erin McLaughlin, senior economist in The Conference Board Economy, Strategy and Finance (ESF) Center, to find out what

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28:59

10 Priorities for Every Business Operating in China...

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/08/21

Doing business in China increasingly requires an entirely different approach to supply chain, IT, government relations, and innovation. How can multinational companies operating in China evaluate the risks and opportunities—including gray swans and even black swans? Join Steve Odland and guest David Hoffman, China Center Leader and senior advisor for Asia at The Conference Board, to explore the difference between “complicated” and “complex,” how to win in down market operating conditions,

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26:36

Lessons In Credit Access and Culture-Building at...

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/08/18

The average credit decision at Synchrony relies on 9,000 pieces of data. How does the company use all this information to expand credit access while giving consumers the right amount of credit at the right time? Join Steve Odland and guest Brian Wenzel, chief financial officer at Synchrony, to find out how the company is improving financial literacy, how Synchrony uses machine learning, AI, and other technologies to improve its offerings, and how it reset its culture through active

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21:15

FIS CEO Stephanie Ferris on Embracing GenAI at Work

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/08/11

Find out how FIS is staying on the cutting edge of technology while serving clients and communities. FIS processes more than 10% of the global economy and handles $16 trillion in assets annually. How does the company simultaneously safeguard data, pursue innovation, and serve its communities? Join David Young and guest Stephanie Ferris, CEO and president of FIS, to learn about Ferris' journey to the corner office, three ways Ferris and FIS are exploring generative AI, and how the company

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26:42

Are Boards Effective? Here’s What Our Latest Research...

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/08/04

More C-Suite leaders view their boards as effective in 2025, but numerous challenges remain, including keeping up with AI. More than one-third (35%) of C-Suite executives surveyed by PwC and The Conference Board say their board’s effectiveness is “excellent” or “good.” What are these boards doing well, and where do they need to improve? Join Steve Odland and guest Arielle Berlin, director of the Governance Insights Center at PwC, to find out how boards are grappling with

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27:09

The State of the Economy for July 2025

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/07/29

In this episode, we break down the latest data from The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index®, released today. The numbers show a modest but notable improvement in consumer sentiment as we move through summer 2025. We explore: Overall Confidence Ticks Up: The Consumer Confidence Index rose by 2.0 points to 97.2, rebounding from a revised June figure of 95.2. This marks the second month of stabilization following a sharp decline in April. Mixed Views on the Present: The Present

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17:24

Lessons in Digital Transformation from Clorox’s CEO

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/07/28

Learn how Clorox invested in technological innovation so it could continue delivering superior consumer experiences. Almost 90% of US households use Clorox products, giving the company a unique window into consumer behavior during this uncertain time. How has The Clorox Company used innovation and technology to reinvent itself and respond to shifting consumer needs? Join David Young and guest Linda Rendle, CEO and chair of Clorox, to find out about her family background in CPG, the company's

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28:14

What Are CHROs' Top 10 Priorities for the Rest of 2025?

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/07/21

2025 is half over. What issues should human capital leaders focus onduring the restof the year? In this time of rapid change, chief HR officers (CHROs) shouldfocus on issues such as AI transformation, leadership resilience, and strategic workforce planning. Whatelse made The Conference Board’s top 10 CHRO priorities for the restof 2025? Join Steve Odland and guest Diana Scott, center leader of the US Human Capital Center at The Conference Board, to find out why succession and

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17:34

How Vertex Pharmaceuticals Succeeds with Serial...

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/07/14

Learn why culture and constant innovation are essential to developing life-changing biopharma treatments. Vertex Pharmaceuticals focuses on “serial innovation” because this year’s billion-dollar blockbuster drug could become next year’s failure. How does this biopharmaceutical company recruit and onboard employees, and how does it create a culture where the best ideas thrive? Join David Young and guest Reshma Kewalramani, president and CEO at Vertex Pharmaceuticals and a recipient of the 2025 CED

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27:47

10 Priorities Every CMO Needs for the Rest of 2025

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/07/07

We've just passed the midway point of 2025 -- what are the top 10 priorities for chief marketing officers (CMOs) for the rest of the year? CMOs have been tasked with driving growth even while they grapple with external uncertainty, widespread burnout, and the rise of AI. What else made The Conference Board’s top 10 CMO priorities for the rest of 2025? Join Steve Odland and guest Ivan Pollard, the Marketing & Communications Center Leader at The Conference Board, to find out what we

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17:11

Lessons in Executing Strategy from General Mills’ CEO

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/06/30

Learn how General Mills takes strategy from concept into reality—all while standing for good. General Mills CEO Jeff Harmening had the company pick 10 areas where it would “stand for good” and deliver meaningful impact, including regenerative agriculture and packaging reductions. What can other businesses learn about executing a strategy that delivers sustainable results for shareholders, customers, and the planet? Join David Young and guest Jeff Harmening, CEO of General Mills, to

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21:21

The State of the Economy for June 2025

C-Suite Perspectives ·

2025/06/24

After a brief rebound in May, consumer confidence slipped again. What changed in June—and what might it mean for the economy this summer? The Consumer Confidence Index dropped to 93.0 from 98.4, wiping out half the gains seen last month. Consumers are feeling less optimistic across the board: both their assessment of current business and labor market conditions and their short-term expectations for income, jobs, and the economy have weakened. Pessimism about job availability and business

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