Tag: non-executive directors

Number of minority NEDs drops
Although there is some progress in diversity in other board roles, research suggests that boards are prioritising experienced directors.

Investors concerned about ‘overboarding’ in financial services
Almost all believe that directors who sit on numerous boards will find it a challenge to ‘govern effectively’, research finds.

Government’s own governance code is ‘not fit for purpose’
Opacity around the recruitment of Whitehall NEDs may undermine their contribution and damage public confidence, says select committee.

How to future-proof your board
Neglecting diversity and inclusion in volatile times will prove to be a false economy for boards in the longer term.

Board appointments fell sharply in 2022
Companies appear to be sticking with experienced leaders—to the detriment of progress—suggests FTSE 350 boardroom research.

New non-executive directors join BT
Ruth Cairnie and Maggie Chan Jones will join the board of BT Group plc as independent non-executive directors.

Why we need to value whistleblowing
Encouraging staff to speak up and stop harm can reduce legal and reputational risk—both for the organisation and its board members.

TT Electronics makes NED appointments
This month, Wendy McMillan and Mick Ord will join the global electronics company’s board as non-executive directors.

Samy Reeb joins Playtech as NED
The gaming technology company has announced Reeb’s appointment as a new independent non-executive director, effective immediately.

Fever-Tree raises toast to next chair
Domenic De Lorenzo is to succeed Bill Ronald next year as chair of the global supplier of carbonated drinks.