March 4 2008 - More and more organizations are doling out impressive-sounding job titles, many
including superlatives such as 'chief'. One reason is to stop key executives from leaving, according to
Michael Jalbert, president of MRINetwork, a major search and recruitment organization. But titles
such as chief marketing officer, chief innovation officer, and chief risk officer also mark the extra responsibilities
that CEOs are delegating to senior staff.
January 14 2003 - The H. J. Heinz Company (NYSE:HNZ) announced plans
to make a number of changes in its U.S. business structure as part of the company's
transformation of its North America operations into a more effective, efficient and
customer-focused operation following the recently completed transaction with Del Monte.
July 7 2003 - Human resources practices at today's
corporate headquarters are focusing on leadership and competency development,
global HR, talent management, and cost reduction, according to a report
just released by The Conference Board.