A game so addictive that parents have forgotten to pick children up from school while playing, Candy Crush Saga has made King Digital Entertainment and its CEO Riccardo Zacconi millions
When Pascal Soriot took over AstraZeneca, the company’s profits were in a nosedive. Now, the pharmaceutical giant is in a strong enough position to turn down a lucrative takeover deal
Harriet Green became head of Thomas Cook in unconventional circumstances two years ago, but the straight-talking CEO has more than backed up her claim that she is the right person for the job
Nordea Bank CEO Christian Clausen is leading the institution onwards with an astute eye for reputational management and the role banks play in society
Karl-Ludwig Kley’s subtle, yet steadfast approach to major corporate restructuring is leading the world’s oldest pharmaceutical company, Merck KGaA, into a revenue-strong future
One of the most influential CEOs in the US, and the first female boss of Lockheed Martin, Marillyn Hewson will now seek to improve the company’s dealings internationally in the face of upcoming budget cuts
Volvo veteran Olof Persson is well equipped to spearhead a comprehensive overhaul of the company’s trucking business
Narrative’s clip camera is one of the most memorable products to come out of Sweden’s successful start-up-sphere
One of the world’s most colourful CEOs, Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has played a major role in the development of Europe’s travel and tourism sector
Joe Kaeser is unquestionably the CEO to rebuild Siemens. After 33 years at the company, he has finally reached the summit and is ready to make it his dominion
Medtech CEO Bertin Nahum is commonly considered one of the most influential figures in the surgical robotics industry and a revolutionary high-tech entrepreneur
Margareth Henriquez’s astute understanding of luxury branding and her ability to head companies through turbulent circumstances stands Krug in good stead for the future
Annika Falkengren’s career has been spent at just one company – Swedish bank SEB Group. Her loyalty has seen her become one of the world’s most influential businesswomen
Brian Sullivan’s high standing in the executive search industry is best characterised by his client-centric approach and his belief in advanced technology in the sector
A Francophile since childhood, Maureen Chiquet has climbed the ladder of the fashion industry to lead the world’s most glamorous brand
The European CEO awards 2023 have now been announced, presenting our pick of the CEOs, companies and campaigns leading their sectors.
