Dirk Jenter
Professor of finance at the London School of Economics who researches CEOs, corporate governance, and executive compensation, featured as the episode's expert guest.
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Mar 4, 2026 • 34min
Rerun: Ep29 “How Do You Become CEO?” with Dirk Jenter
Dirk Jenter, a finance professor at LSE who studies CEOs and executive pay, joins the conversation. He discusses who typically rises to CEO and the common career paths. He explores why boards often favor insiders and when firms bring back former leaders. He also talks about how pay is set, including the role of firm scale and peer comparisons.
Oct 2, 2024 • 29min
Ep48 “Are CEOs Underpaid?” with Dirk Jenter
Dirk Jenter, a Professor of Finance at the London School of Economics, joins the hosts to tackle the controversial topic of CEO compensation. They challenge the perception that CEOs are overpaid, emphasizing the complex relationship between CEO salaries and the value they bring to firms. The discussion highlights how CEO transitions influence stock prices and the significant responsibilities these leaders bear. Real-world examples illustrate the nuances of assessing CEO effectiveness and the critical decisions they make that can impact company performance.
