Why Skills-First Leadership Is Replacing the Ivy League Playbook in the C-Suite
05/23/2025
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The old prestige pyramid—where Ivy League degrees and blue-chip consulting backgrounds paved the way to the CEO seat—is cracking.
Morningstar has highlighted a compelling investment opportunity within the utility sector: midcap utilities. These companies are poised to significantly benefit from the burgeoning demand for data centers, a critical component of the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence landscape.
The report emphasizes that while large-cap utilities have demonstrated impressive performance recently, investors may find compelling value in exploring mid-cap options. These companies are uniquely positioned to capitalize on the escalating energy demands of the data center industry.
Data centers, the backbone of the digital world, require a substantial and consistent energy supply to power their complex operations. As artificial intelligence technologies continue to advance and become more pervasive, the demand for data center capacity is expected to surge dramatically.
With their regional focus and often more direct exposure to data center development within their service areas, mid-cap utilities are well-positioned to capitalize on this burgeoning demand. These companies can generate significant revenue growth and enhance shareholder value by providing reliable and cost-effective energy solutions to data center operators.
Furthermore, the report highlights the attractive dividend yields many mid-cap utilities offer. These companies often maintain strong financial positions and have a consistent dividend payout history, making them appealing to income-oriented investors.
The old prestige pyramid—where Ivy League degrees and blue-chip consulting backgrounds paved the way to the CEO seat—is cracking.
Loud leaders once ruled the boardroom. Charisma was currency. Big talk drove big valuations.
But the CEOs who make history in downturns aren’t the ones with the deepest cuts
Companies invest millions in leadership development, yet many of their best executives leave within a few years. Why?
The most successful business leaders don’t just identify gaps in the market; they anticipate future needs before anyone else.
With technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and global interconnectedness, the role of business leaders
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