Why boards in the non-profit and public sector are rethinking leadership profiles — and what hybrid, commercially capable leaders bring to purpose-driven work.

Age-based assumptions can quietly shape hiring decisions, narrowing talent pools and limiting organisational performance. This perspective questions bias and its impact on leadership selection.

In a labour market shaped by uncertainty, shifting values and constant change, this article shares candidate market insights from Alumni Global’s research team. It highlights how employers and candidates now weigh tenure, mobility, purpose, adaptability and future potential.