"Even if CEO TOM cancels, his rep is TRASHED"....marred somewhat perhaps but the sp would undoubtedly rocket which over time, especially if he can execute on his plans, which would go a long way towards restoring his credibility.
"Even if CEO TOM cancels, his rep is TRASHED" I can tell you this, I have some deep pocketed Middle-Eastern friends who'd be willing to forgive him pretty fast if that R/S gets cancelled. In fact they'd probably bid this up parabolically.......