Скачать или смотреть Target’s CEO Succession: When Planning Meets Reality

Brian Cornell is stepping down after 11 years as CEO of Target. The board has chosen COO Michael Fiddelke as the new CEO, but is promoting from within the right move when the company’s strategy is failing?

In this video, I break down:

-Why Target’s succession plan looks good on paper, but may be risky in practice.
-The planning vs. performance paradox every board faces.
-Lessons nonprofit boards must learn from Target’s decision.
-How to evaluate internal candidates honestly.
-Why succession planning is about systems, not just people.

Target’s situation is a masterclass in the risks of prioritizing continuity over fresh perspective. For nonprofits, the stakes are even higher — donors, communities, and missions can’t wait years to see if a leadership bet pays off.

If you’re a nonprofit leader or board member, this video will help you rethink how you approach CEO transitions, succession planning, and leadership accountability.

👉 Need support with succession planning in your nonprofit? This is exactly what we do at Leaving Well. Visit naomihattaway.com to start a conversation.

#TargetCEO #TargetSuccession #LeadershipTransitions #SuccessionPlanning #NonprofitLeadership #NonprofitBoards #MissionDrivenLeadership #LeavingWell #nonprofitsuccess