Tag: Brad Pugh

HRDA Frankly Speaking: Why the C-Suite is Trading HR Jargon for Strategy

By HR Daily Advisor Staff Jan 19, 2026 HRDA Frankly Speaking

Updated: Jan 19, 2026

The profile of the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is undergoing a radical transformation. According to the Russell Reynolds Associates (RRA) Q3 2025 Index, the “traditional” path to the top is being rewritten. The data reveals a striking shift: 61% of new CHRO appointments are first-timers, and an impressive 77% of those leaders were promoted from within. But they […]

The Strategic Partner Surge: Why CHRO Appointments Skyrocketed in 2025

By HR Daily Advisor Staff Jan 13, 2026 HRDA Featured

Updated: Jan 29, 2026

The world of Human Resources (HR) saw a massive resurgence in leadership activity in 2025. According to the Russell Reynolds Associates (RRA) Q3 2025 CHRO Turnover Index, global CHRO appointments jumped to 127 in the first three quarters of the year—a significant leap from the 94 recorded during the same period in the year prior. This […]