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The Right C: Decoding C-Level Hiring for Business Success

Organized by: StepUP HR in collaboration with NHRD Network

The strength of any organization lies in its leadership. As businesses expand and diversify, the stakes of C-level hiring have never been higher. The right leadership team not only drives financial performance but also defines organizational culture, innovation, and long-term sustainability.

Yet, identifying the right fit at the C-suite level remains one of the most nuanced challenges — balancing competence, cultural alignment, and strategic foresight. This roundtable aims to unpack what truly defines the “right hire” at the top, the common pitfalls organizations face, and the evolving expectations from leadership in today’s business ecosystem.