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Ethicast Reacts: Nestlé CEO Ousted Over Code Violation

Nestlé CEO ousted for code violation—exploring accountability, investigations, and culture lessons for E&C leaders.

September 3, 2025 On-Demand Video Ethical Culture Leadership

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Ethicast Reacts: Nestlé CEO Ousted Over Code Violation

In this episode of Ethicast Reacts, host Bill Coffin and Ethisphere Chief Strategy officer Erica Salmon Byrne discuss the E&C implications of Nestle CEO Laurent Freixe’s abrupt dismissal over an undisclosed romantic relationship with a direct report.

Hear about:

  • CEOS behaving badly
  • Nestlé’s Speak Up program in action
  • Managing investigation outcomes & expectations
  • No severance package for Freixe
  • Holding superstars accountable
  • Lifers & leadership

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Ethicast Reacts: Nestlé CEO Ousted Over Code Violation

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