The Board’s role in the aftermath: Lessons from the Coldplay concert scandal

September 18, 2025

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#88: When a kiss-cam moment at a Coldplay concert revealed a secret office romance between the CEO and Chief of People of a U.S. start-up, it sparked widespread debate and scrutiny. In this vlog, we explore the professional and reputational risks of workplace relationships, the role of the board in managing fallout, and best practices for employer crisis response.


Learn more about it in this article: https://www.algoodbody.com/insights-publications/the-boards-role-in-the-aftermath-lessons-from-the-coldplay-concert-scandal


Speaker: Sheila Spokes (A&L Goodbody / Ireland)

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