Pros
Strong market footprint and reputation built over decades
Exposure to high-profile clients and major sports partnerships
Opportunities to take ownership – especially if you can navigate politics and internal inertia
Cons
Leadership is deeply entrenched, risk-averse, and out of sync with the current pace of innovation
A culture of deference and self-preservation has replaced curiosity, challenge, and accountability
Talent drain is accelerating, especially among high performers frustrated by stagnation and lack of vision
The pressures of being a public company are clearly impacting long-term thinking and morale