CEO and Board Confidence Monitor 2025 Report

This report presents findings from the CEO and Board Confidence Monitor survey conducted by Heidrick & Struggles, focusing on the significant issues expected to impact organizations in 2025. The survey highlights persistent concerns among CEOs and board members, particularly regarding economic uncertainty, workforce attraction and retention, and cybersecurity risks. It documents the alignment between CEOs and board members on these issues while noting a general lack of confidence in leadership pipelines. The report also outlines regional differences in confidence levels, with leaders in the United States and Canada exhibiting higher confidence compared to their counterparts in Asia Pacific. Additionally, it discusses the importance of succession planning and the ongoing challenges faced by organizations in addressing these significant issues. The findings indicate that while there has been some progress in managing long-term concerns, many leaders still express low confidence in their ability to navigate the complexities of the business landscape effectively.