Higher education faced multiple crises in 2024, including financial pressures, leadership changes, and the implications of political scrutiny on institutional values and functions.
UT Austin president leaves for top job at Southern Methodist
Hartzell's move to SMU signifies a shift in leadership from a public university to a dynamic private institution.
New presidents or provosts: Cleveland State Felician Highland Lake Superior Mitchell Hamline SOU USCA Washington & Jefferson
Several academic leaders have recently transitioned to new roles within institutions across the United States.
Key appointments include Vincent Bowhay to Highland Community College and Mildred Mihlon to permanent president at Felician University.
New presidents or provosts: Grambling Hamilton Jefferson La Roche LSSU Loyola SFASU Wagner
Several universities in the U.S. have appointed new presidents and provosts, highlighting major leadership changes within higher education.
Looking back at 2024 in higher ed
Higher education faced multiple crises in 2024, including financial pressures, leadership changes, and the implications of political scrutiny on institutional values and functions.
UT Austin president leaves for top job at Southern Methodist
Hartzell's move to SMU signifies a shift in leadership from a public university to a dynamic private institution.
New presidents or provosts: Cleveland State Felician Highland Lake Superior Mitchell Hamline SOU USCA Washington & Jefferson
Several academic leaders have recently transitioned to new roles within institutions across the United States.
Key appointments include Vincent Bowhay to Highland Community College and Mildred Mihlon to permanent president at Felician University.
New presidents or provosts: Grambling Hamilton Jefferson La Roche LSSU Loyola SFASU Wagner
Several universities in the U.S. have appointed new presidents and provosts, highlighting major leadership changes within higher education.
NPR hires backstop editors for Editorial Review team
NPR has announced new hires for the Editorial Review team, enhancing its editorial leadership with experienced professionals from notable news organizations.
OpenAI just hired its first chief marketing officer.
OpenAI has hired Kate Rouch as its first chief marketing officer, enhancing its marketing strategy.
AWS hires former SAP and Microsoft executive as new marketing chief
AWS appoints Julia White as new chief marketing officer, signaling ongoing executive turnover and a strategic shift towards cloud and AI marketing expertise.
Revolving Door: Instagram, Skydance, Telemundo Studios, CBS News
Jake O'Leary appointed global head of marketing for Instagram and Threads at Meta.
Cindy Holland joins Skydance Media as they pursue Paramount Global acquisition.
Monica Albuquerque takes a senior role in content development at Telemundo Studios.
Alison Pepper leaving CBS News indicates major changes within the network.
Westcon-Comstor targets further growth with executive promotions
Westcon-Comstor is enhancing its leadership team to focus on digital sales, data innovation, and cybersecurity growth.
OpenAI just hired its first chief marketing officer.
OpenAI has hired Kate Rouch as its first chief marketing officer, enhancing its marketing strategy.
AWS hires former SAP and Microsoft executive as new marketing chief
AWS appoints Julia White as new chief marketing officer, signaling ongoing executive turnover and a strategic shift towards cloud and AI marketing expertise.
Revolving Door: Instagram, Skydance, Telemundo Studios, CBS News
Jake O'Leary appointed global head of marketing for Instagram and Threads at Meta.
Cindy Holland joins Skydance Media as they pursue Paramount Global acquisition.
Monica Albuquerque takes a senior role in content development at Telemundo Studios.
Alison Pepper leaving CBS News indicates major changes within the network.
Westcon-Comstor targets further growth with executive promotions
Westcon-Comstor is enhancing its leadership team to focus on digital sales, data innovation, and cybersecurity growth.
He helped Twitter and Instagram outstrip competitors. For his hat trick, Kevin Weil will try to save OpenAI from itself.
OpenAI is transforming from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity, highlighting shifts in its operational ethos despite significant successes in AI.
Meet Liam Fedus, the person responsible for getting OpenAI's new products out the door
Turf wars at OpenAI have caused instability, leading to multiple leadership changes in key teams, particularly the post-training team.
Why the OpenAI-to-Anthropic pipeline remains so strong
Durk Kingma has joined Anthropic, emphasizing shared beliefs in responsible AI development.
OpenAI loses another lead safety researcher, Lilian Weng | TechCrunch
Lilian Weng leaves OpenAI after 7 years to pursue new opportunities, amidst growing concerns about the company's focus on commercial products over AI safety.
OpenAI also secured a massive credit line | TechCrunch
OpenAI has achieved significant funding and liquidity to support future initiatives despite ongoing financial challenges.
The organization is amidst leadership changes and considering a shift towards a for-profit model.
Here's where OpenAI's 11 cofounders are now
OpenAI has experienced significant leadership turnover among its cofounders since its founding in 2015, raising concerns about stability amidst rapid growth.
He helped Twitter and Instagram outstrip competitors. For his hat trick, Kevin Weil will try to save OpenAI from itself.
OpenAI is transforming from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity, highlighting shifts in its operational ethos despite significant successes in AI.
Meet Liam Fedus, the person responsible for getting OpenAI's new products out the door
Turf wars at OpenAI have caused instability, leading to multiple leadership changes in key teams, particularly the post-training team.
Why the OpenAI-to-Anthropic pipeline remains so strong
Durk Kingma has joined Anthropic, emphasizing shared beliefs in responsible AI development.
OpenAI loses another lead safety researcher, Lilian Weng | TechCrunch
Lilian Weng leaves OpenAI after 7 years to pursue new opportunities, amidst growing concerns about the company's focus on commercial products over AI safety.
OpenAI also secured a massive credit line | TechCrunch
OpenAI has achieved significant funding and liquidity to support future initiatives despite ongoing financial challenges.
The organization is amidst leadership changes and considering a shift towards a for-profit model.
Here's where OpenAI's 11 cofounders are now
OpenAI has experienced significant leadership turnover among its cofounders since its founding in 2015, raising concerns about stability amidst rapid growth.
Compass appointed Soham Bohnsle as head of investor relations to strengthen communication and confidence with investors amid growth in the housing market.
Freddie Mac hires Sam Valverde for executive role
Sam Valverde has joined Freddie Mac as vice president of mission and community engagement after resigning from Ginnie Mae.
Compass hires new head of investor relations
Compass appointed Soham Bohnsle as head of investor relations to strengthen communication and confidence with investors amid growth in the housing market.
Freddie Mac hires Sam Valverde for executive role
Sam Valverde has joined Freddie Mac as vice president of mission and community engagement after resigning from Ginnie Mae.
Thoma Bravo has successfully acquired Darktrace for $5.3 billion, concluding a turbulent series of events including board resignations and the death of a key supporter.
Douglas Elliman fires brokerage CEO Scott Durkin
Douglas Elliman Realty terminates CEO Scott Durkin amid financial mismanagement and leadership overhaul.
Thoma Bravo closes $5.3bn Darktrace acquisition
Thoma Bravo has successfully acquired Darktrace for $5.3 billion, concluding a turbulent series of events including board resignations and the death of a key supporter.
Douglas Elliman fires brokerage CEO Scott Durkin
Douglas Elliman Realty terminates CEO Scott Durkin amid financial mismanagement and leadership overhaul.
Sam's Club's CTO is leaving following parent company Walmart's return-to-office mandate
Cheryl Ainoa, CTO of Sam's Club, is leaving due to Walmart's return-to-office mandate.
What Happens to Hamas and Hezbollah Now That Their Leaders Have Been Killed?
The enduring resilience of terrorist networks poses an ongoing challenge, as they often regenerate even after losing leadership.
HSBC divides into four businesses in major overhaul of operations
HSBC aims to restructure by dividing into four businesses and regions to improve efficiency and address geopolitical issues.
Will the Warhol Museum's $80m plan pop?
The Warhol Museum's Pop District project is struggling with internal discord and leadership instability.
State Police remove unit commander Brian Tully from Norfolk DA's office
Detective Tully's transfer indicates ongoing scrutiny and aims to enhance public safety following internal affairs investigations.
SNP chief executive Murray Foote to stand down
Murray Foote resigns as SNP chief executive citing inability to commit to party reorganization after significant electoral losses.
Valvoline's CEO revamped the operations of a 150-year-old legacy brand-but here's how she managed to hold onto loyal employees
Valvoline underwent significant changes in leadership and structure to adapt to a competitive landscape after selling its product business.
CEO Lori Flees emphasized the importance of integrating outside perspectives into the leadership team during Valvoline's transformation.
UnitedLex CEO's Sudden Departure Appears to Be Due to Personal Allegations Unrelated to Work
James Schellhase's departure as CEO of UnitedLex is surrounded by controversy due to alleged personal misconduct unrelated to his professional performance.
Mayor Adams must navigate significant leadership changes amid turmoil in his administration, marked by resignations and investigations.
Adams appoints Torres-Springer to replace First Deputy Mayor Wright
Maria Torres-Springer replaces Sheena Wright as first deputy mayor, maintaining oversight of key housing and economic development initiatives amid leadership turnover.
City Hall Is in Crisis. Who's Running New York?
Mayor Adams must navigate significant leadership changes amid turmoil in his administration, marked by resignations and investigations.
Adams appoints Torres-Springer to replace First Deputy Mayor Wright
Maria Torres-Springer replaces Sheena Wright as first deputy mayor, maintaining oversight of key housing and economic development initiatives amid leadership turnover.
LVMH announces Kim Jones' departure from Fendi amidst significant leadership changes in the fashion industry, pointing to ongoing turbulence and brand re-alignments.
Struggling auto giant Stellantis says CEO Carlos Tavares will retire in 2026 when his contract ends
Stellantis is undergoing significant leadership changes as CEO Carlos Tavares announces his retirement in 2026 amidst declining sales and profit forecasts.
Stellantis' CEO promises to leave in 2026 after mostly making a mess of things
Stellantis' leadership changes reflect a critical response to struggles in the US market, particularly in the transition to electric vehicles.
Struggling auto giant Stellantis says CEO Carlos Tavares will retire in 2026 when his contract ends
Stellantis is undergoing significant leadership changes as CEO Carlos Tavares announces his retirement in 2026 amidst declining sales and profit forecasts.
Stellantis' CEO promises to leave in 2026 after mostly making a mess of things
Stellantis' leadership changes reflect a critical response to struggles in the US market, particularly in the transition to electric vehicles.