What the NAB saga reveals about the private lives of CEOs
When and to what extent do personal characteristics and appearance become relevant to assessing the performance of a leader? Experts agree the goalposts are moving.
NAB chief executive Andrew Irvine has come under board scrutiny for his socialising at customer meetings. Sitthixay Ditthavong
When the National Australia Bank board recently met to discuss the lender’s under-siege chief executive, BOSS understands that the 49-year-old’s health and style was discussed as much as any question marks over his socialising and drinking.
NAB CEO Andrew Irvine admitted last week that reports that institutional investors had raised concerns about his management style and drinking at customer meetings was “hard for me and my family”.
Patrick DurkinBOSS deputy editorPatrick Durkin is Melbourne bureau chief and BOSS deputy editor. He writes on news, business and leadership. Connect with Patrick on Twitter. Email Patrick at pdurkin@afr.com
