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Co-CEO Model Resurgence: Big Companies Embrace Dual Leadership

In a recent trend, major companies like Oracle, Comcast, Spotify, and Fortescue have adopted the co-CEO model, naming two top executives to share leadership roles. This setup, which has been used by Netflix and Waymo, allows for clearer role definitions and better brainstorming. Research shows mixed results, with some studies suggesting solo founders build longer-lasting firms, while others find co-CEOs delivering higher shareholder returns. The co-CEO model enables one leader to focus on strategy and external affairs, while the other handles internal operations, potentially reducing travel and providing backup in case of absence.

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