What ‘Succession’ Gets Right About Our Aging Elite

The article highlights how the trend of aging executives mirrors the narrative in the TV show 'Succession'. With the average age of American chief executives rising to 61, the piece explores the implications of this demographic shift, including potential impacts on corporate decision-making and innovation. Yale law professor Samuel Moyn discusses the "dark side" of this trend, suggesting that older leadership might face challenges in adapting to modern business dynamics. This raises important questions about leadership dynamics and the future of corporate governance as the executive ranks continue to age.