Core Points - Nestlé announced the immediate dismissal of CEO Laurent Freychet due to an undisclosed romantic relationship with a direct subordinate, violating company conduct guidelines [1] - Freychet had been with Nestlé for nearly 40 years and took over as CEO in September 2024; the board deemed the decision necessary to uphold company standards [1] - Philipp Navratil, previously the CFO, has been appointed as the new CEO following Freychet's dismissal [1] Company Policies - Nestlé's internal investigation revealed the violation of disclosure policies regarding personal relationships, emphasizing strict leadership standards [1] - Many international companies have stringent regulations regarding workplace relationships, particularly for senior employees, requiring disclosure of any potential conflicts of interest [1] - Some companies may mandate "love contracts" to ensure relationships are consensual and free from coercion, while others may prohibit romantic relationships between senior staff and direct reports [1]
雀巢CEO上任不到1年被解雇,原因是与下属存在未披露的浪漫关系