How a Super El Niño Could Test Business Resilience

A super El Niño is forecast to bring more than extreme weather—it could reshape the global economy. From supply chains and insurance markets to commodity prices and infrastructure, how should business leaders prepare before disruption strikes? In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Steve Odland is joined by Dr. Alex Heil, Senior Economist at The Conference Board, to examine the economic implications of a powerful El Niño event. Together, they discuss which industries face the greatest exposure, how climate volatility can affect enterprise risk and financial performance, and what practical steps organizations can take to strengthen resilience through scenario planning and strategic decision-making. More from The Conference Board: · El Niño's Global Reach: The Business Impact of Extreme Weather · The Global Water Crisis—Mitigation and Adaption in a World of Water Shortages · The Heat Is On! How Extreme Heat Is Reshaping Business Risk · At the Climate Crossroads: US Corporate Commitments 10 Years After Paris Accord