By Shawn Snyder Key Leadership Insights A report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics stating that over 3.3 million U.S. workers quit their jobs in May 2025 highlights a growing reality for organizations: leadership exits are no longer rare or predictable. And resignations are only part of a broader spectrum, with retirements, internal promotions,… Read the full article

By Megan Broker and Chris Burton Leadership no longer operates in two dimensions. The decisions leaders face today are layered, fast-moving, and deeply human. Geopolitical uncertainty, shifting markets, talent shortages, and rising expectations for both performance and empathy now intersect inside the same leadership moment. At the same time, many organizations have scaled back formal… Read the full article

PLJ Recognizes our2025 Q4 EMERGING LEADERSAward Winners For over two decades, Profiles in Leadership Journal has been committed to recognizing and celebrating a diverse array of leaders. Our primary mission is to illuminate those who have made significant contributions to their organizations and communities. We are pleased to present the Q4 Emerging Leaders Award winners,… Read the full article

PLJ Recognizes our2025 JOYFUL LEADERSHIPAward Winners The Profiles in Leadership Journal Joyful Leader Award honors leaders who infuse their organizations with joy, enthusiasm, and inspiration. This accolade acknowledges individuals who lead with compassion and humanity, fostering uplifting workplaces. These leaders prioritize positivity, growth, and fulfillment, complementing strategic thinking and decision-making. Open to leaders across all… Read the full article

By Wema Hoover There’s an elephant in the room that many organizations are still reluctant to acknowledge: AI is here, already working alongside your employees and reshaping how business gets done. The question isn’t whether AI will transform your workforce—it’s whether you’re going to lead that transformation or be swept along by it. The extent… Read the full article

PLJ Recognizes our2025 LEGAL LEADERSHIPAward Winners The Profiles in Leadership Journal honors distinguished attorneys who lead their law firms and champion the causes of their clients and communities with the prestigious Legal Leadership Award. The award recipients featured in our publication exemplify excellence across various facets of legal practice, including addressing pipeline issues, promoting mentorship,… Read the full article

By Profiles in Leadership Journal Every so often, a sentence appears that quietly rearranges how we think about a life. I recently read a remark by his son, Skip, about the late football coach Lou Holtz. It was short enough to fit in a single breath: “He was successful, but more importantly, he was significant.”… Read the full article

By Samina Bari In the venture capital world, a stark reality persists. Only 2% of VC funding goes to women-led startups. This statistic isn’t just disappointing—it’s an economic missed opportunity of staggering proportions. Meanwhile, women in the US alone control approximately $34 trillion in investable assets, with McKinsey & Co. projecting this figure to represent… Read the full article

PLJ Recognizes our2025 INNOVATION LEADERAward Winners Profiles in Leadership Journal is honored to present the recipients of the 2025 Innovation Leader Award. This esteemed accolade recognizes visionary leaders within organizations who are at the forefront of advancing cutting-edge strategies, programs, and practices. These distinguished individuals are committed to fostering innovation, enhancing efficiency, streamlining workflows, and… Read the full article

By Christine Sakdalan Despite significant efforts to diversify corporate leadership, women still face substantial hurdles in securing public board seats. In 2024, women hold only about 28% of board seats across Fortune 500 companies. Boardrooms face rising pressure to reflect the stakeholders they serve, and these numbers underscore the gap between progress made and progress… Read the full article