Steve Sedgwick

After more than three decades at science-based firm DSM, Dimitri de Vreeze faced what he calls the hardest decision of his career: selling the materials business where he had grown up professionally. In this episode of "Executive Decisions," the DSM-Firmenich CEO reflects on why the decision made strategic sense, even as it felt deeply personal, and how it shaped his view that success is not a finish line.

The U.K.'s new prime minister faces a huge test when it comes to convincing the financial markets.

Steve Sedgwick goes behind the scenes of NATO's dramatic 48 hours, where Trump's changing tone reshaped diplomacy and left allies guessing.

Novonesis CEO Ester Baiget reflects on the decision to leave Dow after 25 years to lead Novozymes, and why impact, not ambition, drove the move. She discusses the family values that shaped her, redefining the company as a biosolutions leader, the Chr. Hansen merger and why leadership requires courage, respect and long-term purpose.

After 26 years at Goldman Sachs, Robin Vince walked away without another job lined up. In this episode of "Executive Decisions," the BNY CEO reflects on why he stepped off a successful career path, what he learned during the global financial crisis and how that pause ultimately led him to one of America’s oldest banks.

Chaos erupted over the weekend in Swatch stores around the world as crowds sought to get their hands on a new 'Royal Pop' pocket watch. Police were called to stores across the UK - some of which were temporarily closed - as well as in France and Switzerland, while an event was cancelled in Dubai. The new $450 pocket watch was made in collaboration with luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet and has been resold online for more than $20,000. CNBC's Ben Boulos and Steve Sedgwick break down the story.

James Reed reflects on the decision that defined his career — taking the risk of joining the family business. The Reed CEO discusses failure, purpose and why standing still is the worst decision of all.

Higher energy prices are hitting economies across the globe. CNBC's Steve Sedgwick speaks to World Bank Deputy Chief Economist Ayhan Kose about the impact, and whether the U.S. is actually insulated.

At one of the highest points in her career, Amanda Blanc made a decision most executives would avoid — she walked away. In this episode of "Executive Decisions," the Aviva Group CEO reflects on leaving a senior role with no safety net, the judgment required to know when something isn’t right and how that instinct shaped the decisions she’s made since.

Goldman Sachs' Lloyd Blankfein on the Iran war fallout

Block, Jack Dorsey's payments company, will cut 6,000 of its 10,000 workers as it embraces AI. CNBC's Steve Sedgwick says it's the biggest story of the week.

Thrust unexpectedly into the top job, Olivier Blum reveals how resilience, discipline and constant learning shaped his rise to CEO of Schneider Electric.

Roy Jakobs reflects on the early experiences that shaped his leadership—from post‑war lessons in forgiveness to the resilience built through childhood asthma. In "Executive Decisions with Steve Sedgwick," the Philips CEO explains why compassion must sit alongside hard, practical choices—and how those moments of discomfort prepared him to lead the company through its latest evolution.

CNBC's Steve Sedgwick reflects on the 'extraordinary' development of prediction markets like Kalshi betting on bitcoin's rout continuing.

Syensqo CEO Ilham Kadri shares how her humble beginnings in Casablanca and a passion for science shaped her journey to the C-suite. She reflects on the tough choices behind a global career, why embracing discomfort fuels transformation and how she navigates leadership’s loneliest moments.

The oil giant has replaced Murray Auchincloss after less than two years. But Steve Sedgwick argues it's not a fundamental course correction.

Phoenix Group CEO Andy Briggs reflects on how his family values shaped his four-decade career, why purpose-driven leadership matters when making tough decisions and how staying true to yourself is key to building long-term success.

London Marathon Events CEO Hugh Brasher shares how his family’s sporting legacy shaped his career, why embracing tough decisions builds resilience, and how focusing on where you want to go—rather than the obstacles—is key to leadership and growth.

Veolia’s CEO reflects on how the ground-breaking women in her family unlocked her career ambitions, why she wishes she had trusted her instincts earlier and why reframing our mindset is key to tackling global sustainability challenges.

The founder of the iconic lifestyle brand reveals how a challenging childhood shaped her entrepreneurial spirit, her journey overcoming cancer and anxiety, and why she’s still brimming with new business ideas.