🇺🇸interimMay 17, 2026
First Interstate names interim COO amid leadership transition
First Interstate appoints interim COO amid leadership changes, sparking investor focus.
Michael Chen285 views
Michael Chen
M&A Correspondent
Michael Chen specializes in M&A reporting and corporate finance. Former investment banker turned journalist, he brings deep industry knowledge to his analysis of major business transactions and market trends.
Articles by Michael Chen (52)
🇺🇸fractionalMay 13, 2026
Fractional CMOs: Transforming Marketing Leadership for Growing Firms
Fractional CMOs offer flexible, cost-effective leadership, transforming marketing for growing firms.
Michael Chen225 views
🇺🇸interimMay 13, 2026
Binance names Eowyn Chen interim CMO amid strategic transition
Binance appoints Eowyn Chen as interim CMO, signaling a strategic pivot amid regulatory challenges.
Michael Chen435 views
🇺🇸interimMay 12, 2026
AlTi appoints interim CEO Curtin to steer cost reductions amid strategic shift
AlTi appoints interim CEO Curtin to implement cost reductions and drive strategic transformation.
Michael Chen312 views
🇫🇷interimMay 8, 2026
Coty's interim CEO Markus Strobel navigates Gucci licence transition
Coty's interim CEO Markus Strobel addresses potential early exit from Gucci license.
Michael Chen309 views
🇺🇸transition-managementMay 8, 2026
Disney's CEO Josh D'Amaro leads strategic overhaul amid content evolution
Disney's CEO Josh D'Amaro outlines strategic overhaul focusing on content evolution and restructuring.
Michael Chen474 views
LUtransition-managementMay 7, 2026
Tenaris appoints new CEO amid strategic leadership transition
Tenaris appoints new CEO, signaling a strategic transition amid evolving energy market demands and sustainability challenges.
Michael Chen399 views
🇦🇺fractionalMay 7, 2026
FemEdge Solutions launches new division for fractional CFO leadership
FemEdge Solutions launches a new division for fractional CFO services, addressing the trend for flexible financial leadership.
Michael Chen343 views
🇸🇪interimMay 6, 2026
Yubico appoints Jerrod Chong as acting CEO amid cybersecurity expansion
Yubico names Jerrod Chong as acting CEO to drive growth in cybersecurity solutions.
Michael Chen216 views
🇦🇺interimMay 4, 2026
Nuix appoints John Ruthven permanently as CEO after interim success
Nuix appoints John Ruthven as permanent CEO after interim tenure to drive strategic growth.
Michael Chen251 views
SGfractionalMay 3, 2026
ICAI launches fractional CFO services to bolster Singapore's startup ecosystem
ICAI introduces fractional CFO services in Singapore, enhancing strategic financial leadership for startups.
Michael Chen297 views
🇬🇧interimMay 2, 2026
Origin Materials appoints interim CEO amid liquidation and strategic shift
Origin Materials appoints interim CEO Matt Plavan amid liquidation plans and workforce reduction. The transition highlights industry challenges.
Michael Chen429 views
🇺🇸transition-managementApr 30, 2026
First Mid-Illinois Bancshares outlines CEO succession amid strategic growth
First Mid-Illinois Bancshares announces CEO succession amid strategic growth plans.
Michael Chen301 views
🇬🇧transition-managementApr 30, 2026
Rose St Louis transitions to chief customer officer at Canada Life
Rose St Louis joins Canada Life as chief customer officer, focusing on enhancing customer experience.
Michael Chen469 views
🇺🇸announcementsApr 29, 2026
Chipotle appoints Fernando Machado as chief brand officer amid strategic shift
Chipotle hires Fernando Machado as chief brand officer, marking a strategic leadership transition.
Michael Chen294 views
🇬🇧interimApr 28, 2026
Ainsworth appoints Matt Smith as VP amid leadership transition
Ainsworth appoints Matt Smith as VP of marketing and product strategy, signaling strategic leadership transition amid industry shifts.
Michael Chen373 views
🇺🇸transition-managementApr 26, 2026
Tim Cook's strategic pivot as Apple prepares for leadership transition
Tim Cook's leadership transformed Apple into a $4 trillion giant. As Mike Ternus takes over, Apple faces new tech challenges.
Michael Chen415 views
🇺🇸fractionalApr 24, 2026
OTReniX unveils fractional CMO service to boost cybersecurity startups
OTReniX launches a fractional CMO service to empower cybersecurity startups with strategic marketing leadership.
Michael Chen335 views
🇺🇸transition-managementApr 21, 2026
Tim Cook transitions to executive chairman as Apple names John Ternus CEO
Tim Cook transitions to executive chairman as Apple names John Ternus as its new CEO, marking a strategic shift for the tech giant.
Michael Chen313 views
🇺🇸interimApr 11, 2026
Spectral AI appoints David McGuire as CFO amid leadership transformation
Spectral AI appoints David McGuire as CFO amid leadership changes, signaling strategic growth.
Michael Chen256 views
🇺🇸transition-managementApr 10, 2026
Disney's leadership transition: CEO succession amid economic headwinds
Disney plans CEO succession amidst economic challenges, impacting future strategy.
Michael Chen458 views
🇺🇸transition-managementApr 9, 2026
Catalyst's acquisition of Lakeside Bancshares marks major transition
Catalyst Bancorp's acquisition of Lakeside Bancshares doubles its size and enhances growth.
Michael Chen346 views
🇦🇺interimApr 9, 2026
TerraCom names interim CEO amid operational challenges
TerraCom appoints Chris Bourke as interim CEO amid operational challenges, signaling a potential strategic shift.
Michael Chen384 views
🇺🇸interimApr 9, 2026
The Trade Desk names interim CMO amid leadership overhaul
The Trade Desk appoints Anna Sayre as interim CMO amid a significant leadership transition.
Michael Chen418 views
🇺🇸fractionalApr 6, 2026
Navigating the choice: MarketerHire versus independent fractional CMO
Choosing between MarketerHire and an independent fractional CMO influences company strategy and reflects broader market trends.
Michael Chen420 views
🇺🇸transition-managementApr 3, 2026
Apple navigates AI and satellite partnerships amid CEO succession talks
Apple explores AI and satellite partnerships amid CEO succession discussions, signaling strategic shifts.
Michael Chen348 views
🇺🇸interimApr 3, 2026
Sysco faces leadership void as CIO exits amid strategic integration
Sysco's CIO exit amid Restaurant Depot integration raises leadership stability concerns.
Michael Chen458 views
INtransition-managementApr 2, 2026
GHCL Textiles appoints new CEO amid strategic board transition
GHCL Textiles appoints Marshal Sonavane as CEO amid strategic board transition.
Michael Chen251 views
🇳🇱interimMar 30, 2026
TFL appoints interim CEO amid leadership transition and Gulf tensions
TFL appoints interim CEO amid strategic transition and geopolitical tensions in the Gulf.
Michael Chen456 views
🇺🇸transition-managementMar 28, 2026
SBA Communications navigates leadership transition amid market pressures
SBA Communications faces leadership changes amid stock declines and strategic challenges in telecom sector.
Michael Chen264 views
🇺🇸transition-managementMar 23, 2026
West Pharmaceutical Services faces leadership transition and governance overhaul
West Pharmaceutical Services is undergoing significant leadership and governance changes with CEO transition and call for independent chair.
Michael Chen218 views
🇺🇸transition-managementMar 21, 2026
LifeVantage CEO succession highlights strategic leadership shift
LifeVantage CEO transition underscores strategic leadership shift amid subscription, M&A focus.
Michael Chen476 views
🇸🇪transition-managementMar 20, 2026
Munters Group appoints Stefan Aspman as CEO amid strategic shift
Munters appoints Stefan Aspman as CEO amid strategic and market challenges.
Michael Chen477 views
🇨🇦transition-managementMar 19, 2026
Lululemon appoints Chip Bergh to board amid leadership transition
Lululemon appoints Chip Bergh to its board, enhancing strategic governance during CEO succession planning.
Michael Chen464 views
🇺🇸interimMar 13, 2026
Axcelis appoints David Ryzhik as interim CFO amid strategic shift
Axcelis appoints David Ryzhik as interim CFO amid a semiconductor industry transformation.
Michael Chen217 views
🇺🇸interimMar 10, 2026
3D Systems appoints interim CFO as strategic shift drives stock surge
3D Systems' stock surges 27% as interim CFO Phyllis Nordstrom leads a strategic shift towards profitability.
Michael Chen465 views
🇨🇦transition-managementMar 5, 2026
B2Gold initiates CEO transition as Clive Johnson announces retirement
B2Gold announces CEO Clive Johnson's retirement, marking a key leadership transition.
Michael Chen303 views
interimMar 1, 2026
Wendy's interim CEO Ken Cook steers closures amid strategic overhaul
Wendy's interim CEO Ken Cook leads strategic closures under 'Project Fresh' to optimize operations.
Michael Chen435 views
interimMar 1, 2026
BioWorks appoints Chris Rose as interim GM to steer growth strategy
BioWorks appoints Chris Rose as interim GM to lead expanded growth strategy and operations.
Michael Chen369 views
interimMar 1, 2026
Prime Drink Group appoints Germain Turpin as interim CEO amid strategic shift
Prime Drink Group appoints Germain Turpin as interim CEO to steer strategic operations and address financial challenges.
Michael Chen243 views
interimFeb 27, 2026
Justin Johnson steps up as interim CEO of Arevon
Arevon Energy appoints Justin Johnson as interim CEO, ensuring continuity amidst leadership transition.
Michael Chen372 views
interimFeb 26, 2026
Trade Desk's interim CFO faces challenges amid revenue shortfall
Trade Desk's interim CFO navigates leadership change amid competitive pressures and a revenue forecast shortfall.
Michael Chen335 views
interimFeb 26, 2026
TaskUs interim CFO appointed amid earnings boost
TaskUs names Trent Thrash as interim CFO amid strong earnings and strategic AI investments, signaling stability and innovation focus.
Michael Chen337 views
transition-managementFeb 26, 2026
Paramount Skydance aims for $30B revenue with UFC boost
Paramount Skydance sets $30B revenue target, leveraging UFC deal to boost streaming and strengthen digital presence.
Michael Chen226 views
interimFeb 26, 2026
The Trade Desk faces leadership challenges amid slowing growth
The Trade Desk's revenue growth slows amid leadership transitions. Interim CFO faces challenges in maintaining strategic direction and investor confidence.
Michael Chen396 views
interimFeb 26, 2026
PayPal's leadership transition sparks stock surge
PayPal's stock surged 6.73% amid leadership changes, with Enrique Lores set to lead as CEO, signaling strategic shifts for growth.
Michael Chen273 views
interimFeb 25, 2026
Lucid's interim leadership steers through turbulent times
Lucid Motors reports mixed Q4 results as interim CEO Winterhoff manages transition amid challenges.
Michael Chen469 views
fractionalFeb 23, 2026
The evolving role of the finance director
Finance directors now play a strategic role, guiding business growth and managing risks, driven by technology and the rise of fractional CFOs.
Michael Chen219 views
fractionalFeb 23, 2026
Fractional CFOs: reshaping financial leadership
Fractional CFOs offer strategic financial leadership to SMEs and startups, balancing flexibility with expertise in today's dynamic market.
Michael Chen437 views
interimAug 19, 2025
NFLPA appoints interim chief after leadership crisis exposes organizational dysfunction
NFLPA names David White as interim executive director following Lloyd Howell's scandal-hit resignation, demonstrating effective crisis transition management.
Michael Chen106 views
investigationAug 2, 2025
French interim leadership market hits record highs as transformation demand soars
France's interim management market reaches record levels as companies seek external leadership for transformation projects, with 60-70% of assignments driven by change initiatives.
Michael Chen562 views
fractionalApr 10, 2025
French fractional marketing firm eyes European dominance with aggressive expansion
French fractional marketing firm Mateerz launches European expansion targeting CMO leadership across Spain, UK, Germany and Netherlands by 2026.
Michael Chen542 views