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'''Notability guidelines''' determine whether a topic deserves its own article on CEO.wiki. These guidelines help maintain quality and ensure CEO.wiki remains a valuable resource focused on significant figures and organizations in the business world.

== General notability ==

A topic is generally notable if it has received '''significant coverage in reliable, independent sources'''. This means:

* '''Significant coverage''': More than trivial mentions; substantial discussion of the topic
* '''Reliable sources''': Established publications with editorial oversight (see [[CEO.wiki:Reliable sources|Reliable sources]])
* '''Independent''': Not from the subject itself, its employees, or paid promoters
* '''Multiple sources''': Generally at least 2-3 substantial sources, preferably more

=== What counts as coverage ===

'''Sufficient coverage includes''':
* Feature articles in major business publications
* In-depth profiles in news magazines
* Substantial coverage in business books
* Multiple news articles about the subject's activities
* Academic journal articles
* Detailed analysis in industry publications

'''Insufficient coverage includes''':
* Brief mentions in passing
* Directory listings
* Press release republications
* Social media posts
* Promotional material
* Single-source coverage

== Notability for CEOs and executives ==

CEOs and business executives are generally notable if they meet '''any''' of the following criteria:

=== Company size and prominence ===

* CEO of a publicly traded company
* CEO of a company with annual revenue exceeding $100 million
* CEO of a company with more than 500 employees
* Leadership of a privately held company that has received substantial independent media coverage

=== Individual achievements ===

* Received significant awards or recognition in the business community
* Led a notable corporate transformation, merger, or turnaround
* Pioneered significant business practices or innovations
* Subject of multiple in-depth profiles in major business publications
* Author of influential business books or thought leadership
* Served on boards of multiple notable companies

=== Historical significance ===

* Played a significant role in the development of an industry
* Led during a historically significant period or event
* Long tenure as CEO (generally 10+ years) with documented impact

=== Media coverage ===

* Featured in major business publication lists (Fortune 500, Forbes rankings, etc.)
* Subject of biographical books or documentaries
* Regular media presence as a business thought leader
* Coverage in multiple major publications over an extended period

=== Not sufficient alone ===

These alone do not establish notability:
* CEO of a small private company without media coverage
* Brief tenure with no significant impact
* Coverage limited to local news
* Self-published material
* Social media following

== Notability for companies ==

Companies are generally notable if they meet '''any''' of the following:

=== Financial thresholds ===

* Publicly traded on a major stock exchange
* Annual revenue exceeding $100 million
* Market capitalization exceeding $500 million
* More than 1,000 employees

=== Market position ===

* Market leader in their industry or sector
* Significant market share in their category
* Pioneered products or services that created new markets
* Substantial impact on their industry

=== Media and cultural significance ===

* Subject of substantial coverage in multiple reliable sources
* Involved in significant business events (major mergers, acquisitions, controversies)
* Brand with widespread consumer recognition
* Historical importance in the development of an industry

=== Innovation and impact ===

* Developed significant technologies or business models
* Created products or services used by millions
* Substantially influenced industry practices
* Subject of business school case studies

=== Not sufficient alone ===

These alone do not establish notability:
* Having a website or social media presence
* Local business with only local coverage
* Startup without significant funding or coverage
* Subsidiary of a notable company (unless independently notable)
* Age of company alone

== Notability for business topics ==

Business concepts, practices, and events are notable if:

* Extensively documented in reliable sources
* Taught in business schools or professional education
* Significantly impacted business practices or industries
* Subject of substantial analysis and commentary
* Addressed in academic research or textbooks

== Special considerations ==

=== Privately held companies ===

Private companies face higher notability bars:
* Must have substantial independent media coverage
* Coverage should go beyond routine business announcements
* Should have clear industry significance or impact
* Notable private companies typically have:
** Been featured in major business publications multiple times
** Substantial revenue (generally $500M+) or employee count (2,000+)
** Pioneered significant innovations or market changes

=== Startups ===

Startups require exceptional coverage to merit articles:
* Routine funding announcements are not sufficient
* Must have substantial independent analysis and coverage
* Coverage should focus on business impact, not just funding
* Multiple in-depth articles from major business publications

=== Subsidiaries ===

Subsidiaries should generally be covered within parent company articles unless:
* They operate largely independently
* They have significant independent media coverage
* They were previously independent notable companies
* They represent a major business segment with substantial coverage

=== International subjects ===

* Standards apply equally to subjects from all countries
* Sources may be in any language but must be reliable
* Consider the subject's significance in their market/region

=== Historical subjects ===

* Historical subjects may have fewer contemporary sources available
* Inclusion in historical business books and academic works counts
* Documented impact on business history is important

== Common questions ==

=== "The subject is important to many people" ===

Subjective importance is not the criterion. The question is whether the subject has received significant coverage in reliable, independent sources.

=== "The subject has lots of social media followers" ===

Social media following does not establish notability. Independent media coverage in reliable sources is required.

=== "The subject is the CEO of a successful company" ===

Success alone is not sufficient. The company or executive must meet specific notability criteria and have substantial independent coverage.

=== "The subject is growing quickly" ===

Growth potential does not establish notability. Current, documented significance and coverage are required.

=== "The subject just hasn't been covered yet" ===

If reliable sources haven't covered a topic substantially, it does not yet meet notability guidelines. CEO.wiki is not for introducing topics to the world, but for covering topics that have already been covered elsewhere.

== Borderline cases ==

When a topic's notability is uncertain:

* Discuss on the article's talk page
* Seek input from experienced editors
* Consider creating a draft for review
* Wait for additional coverage to emerge
* Propose merger with a related article

== Maintaining notability ==

Notability is not temporary:
* Once a topic meets notability criteria, it remains notable
* Articles should not be deleted solely because coverage has decreased
* However, articles may be merged into broader topics if appropriate

Notability can be gained:
* Topics that don't currently meet notability may do so in the future
* As coverage increases, previously non-notable topics may become notable

== Deletion and mergers ==

Articles that do not meet notability guidelines may be:

* '''Deleted''': If there is no substantial independent coverage
* '''Merged''': Into articles about related notable topics
* '''Redirected''': To a more appropriate article
* '''Kept as stubs''': If clearly notable but limited coverage exists

== Exceptions ==

These guidelines are not absolute:
* Rare exceptions may exist for topics of exceptional importance
* Unusual cases should be discussed with the community
* Administrators may use discretion for edge cases

== See also ==

* [[CEO.wiki:Reliable sources|Reliable sources]] - What sources to use
* [[CEO.wiki:How to contribute|How to contribute]] - Contributing guidelines
* [[CEO.wiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]] - Writing guidelines

== External links ==

* [https://www.sec.gov SEC EDGAR Database] - For verifying public company information
* [https://www.forbes.com Forbes Lists] - Notable business figures and companies
* [https://fortune.com Fortune 500] - Major US companies

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