JOURNAL ARTICLE

Oracle's co-CEO structure will challenge the trope that having two chief executives rarely works.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Brady, Diane 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses Oracle's recent appointment of co-CEOs, Clay Magouyrk and Mike Sicilia, who will work alongside Safra Catz, the Executive Vice Chair. It explores the potential benefits and challenges of a co-CEO structure, noting that co-CEOs can perform better than solo CEOs, as evidenced by a study showing an average return of 9.5% for co-CEOs compared to 6.9% for solo counterparts. Key factors for success in such arrangements include having separate areas of expertise, shared values, and a clear method for conflict resolution. The article suggests that Oracle's previous experience with a co-CEO model may contribute to the effectiveness of this new leadership structure. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2025/09, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:188182509
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