LEADERSHIP & STRATEGY

MICHELLE SHI-VERDAASDONK believes leadership is about far more than setting a vision. It is about walking the path alongside your teams, navigating uncertainty with confidence and turning strategy into execution. Following her appointment as Electrolux Group’ s Chief Product Officer, her remit now spans product strategy, R & D, design, electronics, connectivity and procurement, placing her at the heart of the company’ s innovation agenda. Drawing on almost 25 years of experience across the entire value chain, Michelle shares the leadership lessons that have shaped her career, from leading through global disruption to empowering teams, staying curious and delivering meaningful business impact in an increasingly complex world.

82 September 2026