Four iconic American CEOs prepare successors: Can operational leaders fill visionary shoes?

Summary

Four of America's most iconic CEOs — Warren Buffett (Berkshire Hathaway), Tim Cook (Apple), Bob Iger (Disney), and Doug McMillon (Walmart) — are stepping aside or preparing successors. The article profiles their likely replacements: Greg Abel, John Ternus, Josh D'Amaro, and John Furner. These successors are described as "nuts-and-bolts" operational leaders rather than visionary showmen. The piece examines whether operational excellence alone will be enough to sustain the legacies of these corporate giants, arguing that while these successors are highly capable operators, they face the challenge of stepping into the shoes of once-in-a-generation leaders who combined vision with execution.

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