In the year 2003, the board of directors of GDF determined to initiate a thorough search procedure to replace its current CEO. GDF Corp was a pioneer in the telecommunications business, offering network gear and business solutions to an inclusive variety of customers around the world. The company's company came under pressure during the technology bust of 2001 and 2002.
This case describes in detail the outside search procedure used by GDF. It also describes in detail the three finalists for the position. Readers of the instance are asked to decide who they would select as the new CEO of GDF. They are also requested to structure the executive's compensation.
Selecting a CEO The Leader, The Business Builder, or the Technologist case study solution
PUBLICATION DATE: April 10, 2009 PRODUCT #: CG15-PDF-ENG
This is just an excerpt. This case is about LEADERSHIP & MANAGING PEOPLE
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