What are the deciding factors for hiring a CEO?

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Rajive Johri (Director, Board of Directors at ConAgra Brands, Inc.)


Rajive Johri talks about what boards look for when choosing a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), which he describes as one of the most important board responsibilities. Some of the skills boards deem as critical skills include the ability to lead, not being afraid of challenges, being able to deliver successfully on a consistent basis and having the confidence to make the tough decisions. In addition, Jorhi talks about the importance of being passionate about the work and having high integrity. Jorhi discusses the role of the board in checking out each candidate thoroughly including talking with references.

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Rajive Johri

Director, Board of Directors at ConAgra Brands, Inc.

Mr. Johri has more than 35 years leadership experience in marketing and business strategy. He served as President of First National Bank and has worked in many other financial companies as J.P. Morgan Chase, Citigroup, and more. Mr. Johri has also served as Chairman of many Boards during his career, and currently is the Director on the Board of Directors at ConAgra Brands, Inc.

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Vaishali Jain

Vaishali Jain

Sarder TV Journalist, and Former Bloomberg TV Journalist

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