CEO Explainers

Hotel Engine, a Denver-based travel tech startup, has recently secured one of the year’s largest funding rounds for a travel company, raising $140 million and achieving a valuation of $2.1 billion. The company, which initially focused on hotel bookings for business travel, is now broadening its offerings to include flights...

Sébastien Desreumaux has been appointed as the new CEO of Uperio Group, taking over from President and Founder Philippe Cohet, who will remain involved as a member of the company’s supervisory board. Desreumaux expressed his gratitude to Cohet for facilitating a smooth transition and assured the Uperio team in Europe...

Wilhelmsen Ship Management has announced the retirement of Carl Schou after nearly two decades of service, including 16 years as CEO. Schou’s tenure was marked by the company’s navigation through industry challenges, with a focus on safety, innovation, and growth. Haakon Lenz, the current Chief Operating Officer, is set to...

Mitek Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: MITK), a global leader in digital identity verification, mobile capture, and fraud management, has announced the appointment of Ed West as its new Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. Scott Carter, who has been serving as Interim CEO since June...

The Australian Airports Association (AAA), the representative body for airports across the country, has announced the appointment of Simon Westaway as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective November 4. With over 25 years of experience in executive roles, particularly in aviation and tourism, Mr. Westaway brings extensive expertise to his...

Bernard Arnault, CEO of luxury giant LVMH and France’s wealthiest individual, has expanded his media holdings with the acquisition of Paris Match, bringing the iconic magazine under his growing empire. The deal, announced on Tuesday, also includes other notable publications, such as Le Journal du Dimanche, which had been overseen...

Nvidia’s artificial intelligence (AI) chips are seeing unprecedented demand, according to CEO Jensen Huang, who characterized the surge as overwhelming during a recent televised appearance. Huang's remarks came during an interview, where he discussed Nvidia's extended collaboration with IT consulting giant Accenture. The two companies announced a joint effort to...

The Saudi Reinsurance Company has officially named Ahmed Al-Jabr as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, succeeding Fahad Al-Hesni. Al-Jabr brings with him 25 years of extensive experience in the insurance and reinsurance industries, having held various executive roles in operations, strategy management, and business development throughout his...

Nike reported a 10% drop in revenues for the first quarter of fiscal 2025, totaling $11.59 billion, compared to $12.94 billion in the previous year. The results fell slightly below analyst expectations of $11.65 billion. The Nike brand generated $11.1 billion in revenue, marking a 10% year-on-year decline, while Converse...

The global economic outlook is showing signs of stabilization, yet vulnerabilities remain, according to the World Economic Forum’s September 2024 Chief Economists Outlook. The report notes that while inflation is easing and global trade remains resilient, high levels of public debt in both advanced and developing economies pose significant threats...