Communications for Leadership Transitions

A version of this post appeared in NACD Online[1]. CEO succession planning is one of a board’s most important responsibilities. However, many companies are unprepared for communicating executive transitions. A recent survey[2] of senior-level corporate executives published by Alix Partners shows that about 50 percent of respondents felt their companies were unprepared for CEO succession, either because the company hadn’t identified possible successors...

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Halliburton promotes VP, COO to President

Jeff Miller In this new role, Miller will complement the leadership of Dave Lesar, Halliburton’s chairman and chief executive officer. Miller has served as Halliburton’s executive vice president and COO since 2012, working with the company’s senior management team in developing and executing operational strategy and ensuring that the company’s short- and long-term focus is aligned with its strategy. He...

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USA: Halliburton Appoints New Chief Operating Officer

Halliburton announced that Jeff Miller has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Reporting to Dave Lesar, Halliburton’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Miller will be responsible for the Company’s global operations, as well as business development and marketing. “As we continue to target our energy toward the successful execution of our business strategy, it’s time...

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