Furthering the Conversation
Any change of leadership within a Fortune 500 company garners interest—and poses a critical opportunity to restate loud and clear the company's purpose, educating and engaging stakeholders in the corporate vision, and energizing employees by communicating an inspirational purpose and bold ambitions. When the company in question is already undergoing a total transformation—impacting not just its product lines but also its business practices and purpose—that interest and the opportunity it presents are magnified.
On May 5, 2021, a new era began for Philip Morris International (PMI), with Jacek Olczak assuming the position of Chief Executive Officer and...