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INSIGHT: Board expertise, 15 November, 2022
How to chair the board more effectively
As boards respond to pressure for immediate results and compliance, a smart chair can help directors to focus on strategic, long-term success.
INSIGHT: Board expertise, 7 November, 2022
Every board needs a STEM professional
With technology an intrinsic part of industry, making properly informed decisions at the top level is crucial.
NEWS: ESG engagement, 28 October, 2022
Number of ‘ESG-engaged’ directors rises steeply
This year’s Sustainability Board Report also reveals that many more large companies now have an ESG committee.
NEWS: NED Awards 2023, 29 September, 2022
Nominations open for this year’s Non-Executive Director Awards
The awards will recognise the skills and guidance shown by non-executive directors, in uncertain geopolitical and economic circumstances.
INSIGHT: Diversity and inclusion, 12 September, 2022
Why D&I should top the board agenda
If diversity and inclusion (D&I) is not the first item on your post-holiday to-do list, then now is a good time to reflect and ask why.
INSIGHT: C-suite roles, 5 September, 2022
The X factor in crafting new CXO roles successfully
CXO roles have proliferated in recent decades, making it difficult for some title holders to find their footing in the C-suite landscape.
COMMENT: Whistleblowing, 2 September, 2022
The Secret NED: whistleblowing and the board
Formal whistleblowing means trouble, not only for the obvious reason, but because it shows the organisation failed to address valid concerns.
INSIGHT: Directors' duties, 2 September, 2022
What happens when a director resigns?
A High Court judge has determined that resigning from the board will not necessarily mean leaving all liabilities behind.
INSIGHT: Psychology, 30 August, 2022
Psychology: the CEO on the couch
For leaders to improve their focus on what the board, shareholders and employees need, it’s worth addressing their own vulnerabilities first.
INSIGHT: Board Expertise, 18 July, 2022
How to be an effective chair during volatile times
Now, more than ever, boards need to be on top of their game to make the right decisions and drive growth—effective chairing is the key.