Corporate boards increasingly seek leaders with unconventional backgrounds for innovation. Kunal Shah's appointment at WhatsApp reflects this significant leadership shift. Leena Nair and Nikhil Ravishankar also exemplify this trend. Companies now prioritize perspective and adaptability over traditional credentials. This hiring evolution addresses rapid technological change and market unpredictability.

MUMBAI: Fintech startup Cred founder Kunal Shah's appointment as the head of WhatsApp got everyone talking on social media. Much of the discourse was around a Philosophy graduate…

Corporate boards increasingly seek leaders with unconventional backgrounds for innovation. Kunal Shah's appointment at WhatsApp reflects this significant leadership shift. Leena…