Independent Director Of The Year: Ellen Kullman
“Focus on the things you can control,” says Ellen Kullman, who, as lead director of United Technologies, helped guide the company during a tumultuous transformation.
“Focus on the things you can control,” says Ellen Kullman, who, as lead director of United Technologies, helped guide the company during a tumultuous transformation.
Deciding what to do when a company is asked to announce its position on polarizing issues will require boards to develop a range of responses.
Shareholders will have to decide if the board chair deserves ouster for poor governance practices—or a vote of confidence for guiding the company to outsized share price appreciation.
The Covid era will cause many boards to enhance their HCM oversight and voluntarily discuss more about their efforts.
Assembling a diverse group of directors is a good start, but it takes strong board leadership to create a culture that embraces it.
The evidence suggests traditional RGM strategies will unintentionally lead to reductions in cash flow and shareholder value at a time when cash is critical. Here’s how to avoid the pitfalls and minimize risk.