The Board’s Role In Change Management
In recent months, the Covid-19 pandemic, economic uncertainty and significant social
unrest have combined to bring waves of change not seen in more than a century. To
assess the potential fallout for public companies, Corporate Board Member Institute
and RSM US LLP convened a small group of board members to share their experiences
helping their executive teams focus on appropriate courses of action. Some takeaways.
Dealmaking In A Downmarket
New research from Corporate Board Member and Shearman & Sterling asked 250 public company directors to weigh in on Covid-19-fueled activism, mergers and takeovers.
Four Keys To Effective Governance Reviews
When done well, these reviews help optimize how a company functions at its highest level and build trust with shareholders and other important stakeholders.
Getting Diversity Wrong
Good intentions can go south fast in a whole host of ways. A field guide to perils and pitfalls—and how to overcome them.
Will Social Justice Movements Change Governance In The Boardroom?
It may no longer suffice when companies have made a “best effort” regarding their diversity efforts but have demonstrated little progress.
Survey: Worker Safety A Board Priority During Covid Crisis
BDO spoke to 280 directors about managing a work force during the crisis. A summary of their advice.
Corporate Board Member Institute
The leading continuing education program for public company boards.
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How To Onboard A New Director
Boards must be prepared to onboard new directors and facilitate a process that allows them to hit the ground running.
Guide To Board Assessments
Engaging a useful, annual self-assessment is fundamental to governance excellence. Stakeholders expect it, and disclosure of it evidences a board’s effectiveness and commitment to its role.
Committee Briefings: Top Considerations for 2020
Investor expectations, new disclosure requirements, ESG, current and future trends–your committee agendas are filling up.