TIME Chief Executive Officer Jessica Sibley Headlines a Powerhouse Speaker Lineup | April 29-30, 2025 

Leadership Takes Center Stage at the AESC Global Summit

The AESC Global Summit on Leadership, hosted by the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), is set to feature a powerhouse lineup of speakers—but none more anticipated than Jessica Sibley, Chief Executive Officer of TIME. A visionary leader redefining the future of media, Sibley has spearheaded TIME’s transformation by shifting business models, launching new platforms, and removing its paywall to align with the publication’s historic mission.  

During a fireside chat, Sibley will explore leading through disruption, driving innovation, and positioning legacy brands for long-term success. Her insights will provide invaluable lessons for the world’s leading executive search firms, corporate decision-makers, and top executive talent.  

“Jessica Sibley is one of the most respected and transformative leaders in all of media, and we are thrilled to have her at AESC’s Global Summit on Leadership. In the midst of massive disruption in the industry’s landscape, Jessica’s growth of TIME’s brand and reach to now 120 million people around the world, her leadership on digital and AI transformation, successful diversification of TIME’s revenue streams across platforms and live events, engagement of new audiences, all while building on TIME’s storied reputation for journalistic and reporting excellence, is one of the most compelling leadership success stories in global business today,” said AESC President and CEO James Edmund Datri 

The AESC Global Summit on Leadership will take place from April 29-30, 2025, at the Penthouse Conference Center at 320 Park Avenue in New York City. This premier event will bring together the world’s foremost executive search firms, leadership advisors, and executive talent for two days of inspired discussion, strategic networking, and actionable insights on growing businesses and brands.  

What to Expect at the AESC Global Summit on Leadership:  

• High-impact keynotes & panel discussions by trailblazers in innovation, technology, leadership, and executive talent.
• Strategic networking with leaders across industry verticals, from around the globe.
• Immersive breakout sessions on a range of topics from building your executive search business to growing your leadership career.
• An unforgettable evening reception with engaging conversations, gourmet food, and bespoke cocktails.

This must-attend event is designed for leaders looking to sharpen their vision, expand their networks, and stay ahead in an era of constant change.

Register now at summit.aesc.org.

About AESC

Since 1959, AESC has set the quality standards for the executive search and leadership consulting profession. AESC Members represent 16,000+ trusted professionals in 1,200+ offices, spanning 70+ countries. AESC Members are recognized experts providing consulting services in the areas of leaders, teams and culture to the world’s leading organizations. They leverage their access and expertise to place more than 100,000 executives each year in board of directors and C-level positions across industry sectors. Dedicated to strengthening leadership together, AESC and its members share a deep commitment to the highest quality standards in executive search and leadership consulting—for the benefit of clients and the profession. We Shape. Connect. Educate. Innovate. Learn more about us at aesc.org. For AESC’s career services, visit bluesteps.com.