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How Salesforce Survived Its Own Growth Trap
In 2018, Salesforce faced a classic high-growth dilemma: how to manage massive expansion without losing its culture or operational focus. This episode examines the board’s decision to restructure into Business Units and appoint Marc Benioff as Executive Chair, a move that separated day-to-day operations from strategic oversight. We look at the specific metrics that triggered this shift, including customer retention rates and gross margin pressures, and why this governance change proved critical for navigating the cloud computing boom through September 2026. Discover how separating the CEO…
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