C-Suite Perspectives

What Can We Learn from Kevin Warsh's First Fed Meeting?

The Federal Reserve held its first meeting Wednesday since Kevin Warsh succeeded Jerome Powell as chair. What can we learn from Warsh's statements and the Fed's unanimous decision to leave rates unchanged? Join Dana M. Peterson and guest Yelena Shulyatyeva, senior US economist at The Conference Board, to hear about the potential impact of Warsh's task forces, why we're likely to see less Fed communication, and whether the Fed will prioritize inflation over the labor market. For more from The Conference Board: FOMC Decision: There's a Task Force for That June FOMC Preview: Meet the Warsh Fed: Rates on Hold, Communication in Focus What Could the Fed Look Like Under Kevin Warsh?

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Modernizing Board Governance for Today's Risk Environment

In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Barbara Mendes-Jorge, Sustainability Communications Expert and guest host, speaks with Susan Stenson, Founder of Sustainable Boards on the gap between boards that function and boards that truly perform. They examine how boards can prepare for geopolitical disruption, emerging technology risks, and an increasingly complex operating environment; discuss the role of scenario planning and governance in effective oversight; and highlight the conversations boards need to have before a crisis emerges. More from The Conference Board: Board Effectiveness 2026: A Survey of the C-Suite From Principles to Practice: Governing AI in the Corporation AI Policies and Regulation in the EU: What Companies Need to Know What Drives CEO Succession Today—And Are Boards Ready?

How CHROs Create People-First, Performance-Driven Companies

Companies are increasingly focused on employee performance, which is challenging but also gives CHROs and CFOs an opportunity to collaborate. How can these key functions work together to reinforce culture, drive organizational change, and influence the CEO and board? Join host Diana Scott and guests Henry Artalejo, SVP of global human resources at Griffith Foods, Matt Corker, EVP and chief financial officer at Griffith Foods, and Maria Colacurcio, CEO of Syndio. Find out what defines a people-first organization in 2026, how the CHRO-CFO partnership can drive culture and compensation conversations, and why AI transformation is an opportunity for HR to rebrand itself. This special episode was recorded on June 3 at the 2026 CHRO Summit, hosted by The Conference Board in Chicago. For more from The Conference Board: CHRO Summit: Turning Uncertainty into Growth The Conference Board to Honor S&P Global and UL Solutions at 2026 People First People First: Elevating Talent for the Future (Event)

Europe's CEOs on Economic Outlook, Business Prospects, and Risks

In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Sara Murray, Managing Director, International at The Conference Board Europe, is joined by Alejandro Fiorito, Economist at The Conference Board Europe, to unpack the latest results from the Measure of CEO Confidence for Europe survey. Together, they examine the factors weighing on CEO confidence; explore signs of resilience at the industry level; and discuss how European business leaders view geopolitical risks, long-term competitiveness, and growth opportunities both within and beyond Europe. More from The Conference Board: 2 Years Below Neutral: European CEO Confidence Falls as Outlook Deteriorates Measure of CEO Confidence for Europe Dashboard CEO Confidence Still Wavering, Investments Stalled, EU Reforms in the Spotlight The 2026 Agenda for Business Leaders: Reimagining the Future in Europe

America at 250: How Can We Move Past Political Deadlock?

Amid polarization and deadlock, how can people in the United States better understand the habits and responsibilities that sustain a free society? The United States has practiced the same type of government since the late 1700s, enduring through vast societal and technological changes. What are the biggest political challenges facing America as it turns 250, and how can citizens lead the country forward? Join David Young and guest Yuval Levin, director of social, cultural, and constitutional studies at the American Enterprise Institute, to find out why today's era reminds Levin of the Gilded Age, why political leaders must embrace coalition-building, and why today's challenges are numerous but far from insurmountable. For more from The Conference Board: 250 Years Forward: Strengthening an American Future A Stable Democracy at 250: Trusted Elections as the Foundation Trusted Elections Are the Foundation of Economic Growth and Business Confidence