Seasoned executive Michael Polk is no stranger to being in the spotlight. He has decades of experience serving in high-profile roles in public companies like Kraft Foods, Unilever, and Newell Brands.

While that’s true to a degree, not all leaders see the role of CEO the same. In fact, former Newell Brands’ Michael Polk believes the role of CEO is changing—and that’s a good thing. Not only that, ...