Traditional boundaries between the boardroom and the lecture hall are dissolving, embodied most effectively by the executive-in-residence concept. This involves seasoned industry leaders stepping away from the C-suite to embed themselves within university faculties, along with the participation of artists who can open up forms of learning that move beyond analysis and into experience. Here, Ambition editor Colette Doyle speaks to three such individuals to explore how this role has become a vital asset for modern institutions and why the cross‑pollination of corporate wisdom and academic rigour is a partnership that is worth celebrating. Experiences SHARED By providing mentorship, real-world case studies and strategic networking opportunities, these practitioners translate academic theory into professional reality. They can help foster intellectual innovation and personal growth, as well as preparing graduates for complex market conditions.
36 Ambition • ISSUE 2 • 2026
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