Malta’s corporate landscape: What’s in and what’s out in leadership and business

Malta’s top business leaders are setting their priorities for the year – both personal and professional.

From embracing healthier habits and self-improvement to letting go of outdated mindsets and unproductive routines, these CEOs are refining their approach to leadership, growth, and well-being.

In an ever-evolving business landscape, staying ahead isn’t just about market trends – it’s also about personal development, strategic thinking, and work-life balance.

So, what’s in and what’s out for Malta’s CEOs this year?

Jonathan Shaw – Partner, Hatten M&A Advisory

In: Yoga, golf, remote working, structured networking, more podcasts.

Out: Bad carbs, using a mobile phone at dinner.

Karen Muscat Baldacchino – CEO, Malta Foundation for Human Resources Development

In: Daily journaling, long and relaxing walks, a consistent exercise routine, reigniting my love for reading, and learning new skills.

Out: Excessive screen time, overwhelming my schedule, missing out on outdoor time, relying too much on technology for relaxation, and neglecting self-care.

Andrea Cassar – CEO, Cassar Marine Group

In: Prioritising quality family moments, investing in personal and professional growth, and empowering my team with confidence and autonomy.

Out: Micromanaging and overloading myself with tasks that can be delegated.

Peter Grech – CEO, BRND WGN

In: Progress over perfection, pushing outside my comfort zone, learning, reading books, writing, travelling, races, time outdoors.

Out: Mindless social media, sacrificing sleep, saying ‘yes’ to things that don’t bring me closer to my goals, a fixed mindset, negativity.

Antonio Ivankovic – CCO, GO

In:
• Being mindful of what you eat, when, and how much.
• Starting the day with five core exercises.
• Pursuing happiness.

Out:
• Increasing screen time.
• Following politics too passionately.
• Breaking a healthy sleep routine.

Luke Todd – CEO, MadeYou Ltd

In: Exercising more, dressing the part, taking time to do things just for me, reading more books.

Out: Playing addictive games on my phone, spending money on unnecessary things, expecting more from others without communicating.

Jesmond Fenech – CEO, SpeedyDD

In: More self-awareness (exercise and healthy eating), prioritising employee well-being.

Out: Overlooking employee feedback, underestimating competition.

Richard Muscat Azzopardi – CEO, Switch

Ins: Reading (or listening to) more books. Watching more films, especially critically acclaimed ones. Reading magazines. Listening to more full albums. More travel to meet clients in person. More kind clients. More writing.

Outs: Less algorithm-determined screen time. Less time dedicated to TV series. Fewer take-outs. Less time spent reading news that doesn’t affect me directly. Less procrastinating. No more clients who aren’t contributing to the world being a better place.