In this interview, part of our “CEO of the future” series, Heidrick & Struggles’ Dr. Nicolas von Rosty speaks to Johannes Bussmann, the CEO of TÜV Süd, a global organization specializing in end-to-end technical verification and testing services for safety, security, and sustainability solutions. Bussmann discusses the challenges of leading a global organization through geopolitical unrest and supply chain uncertainty, as well as what distinguishes an effective leader from an ineffective leader in challenging times. He shares his perspective on the evolving ways of working, building a global organizational culture, and developing the next generation of leaders, as well as how the supervisory board’s role is evolving regarding strategic planning.

About the interviewer

Dr. Nicolas von Rosty (nvonrosty@heidrick.com) is the partner in charge of Heidrick & Struggles’ Germany and leads the CEO & Board of Directors Practice in Germany. He is also a member of the Industrial Practice.