For decades, the executive career path was straightforward: climb the ladder, secure the C-suite, and hold the title until retirement. But in 2025, that model no longer defines success for every leader. Increasingly, seasoned executives are turning away from the next full-time role and instead building careers as portfolio executives, working across multiple companies through fractional or interim engagements. This shift isn’t a …
In the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, speed and adaptability define success. Growth can spike overnight with a retailer win, a funding round, or a viral moment. But the leadership infrastructure needed to sustain that growth often lags behind. Hiring a full-time executive can take months, cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, and lock a company into commitments that may not align with …
In the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector, few roles shape the trajectory of a business as much as Human Resources leadership. Culture, retention, performance, and organizational alignment all tie back to the tone set by HR at the executive level. Yet for many CPG companies, especially those in growth or transition phases, the idea of bringing on a full-time Chief People Officer …
Not every leadership gap calls for a full-time hire. In today’s market, companies are increasingly turning to fractional executive recruiting as a smarter way to access high-level talent. Fractional and interim leaders bring experience, strategy, and execution — but without the cost or commitment of a permanent role. For organizations balancing growth with flexibility, this model is reshaping how executive hiring gets …
