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Great board leadership has the power to generate growth through governance. In the best boards, directors set the course toward ever-greater stakeholder engagement and shareholder value, directing organizations where they need to go.
But, as the pressures on boards become increasingly complex—with shareholders clamoring for action on sustainability, diversity, and innovation—how can you drive such visionary board leadership without crossing the line between governance and management?
Our survey of more than 1,100 board directors found that, collectively, effective boards always show seven behaviors and sometimes demonstrate two:
As sustainability demands grow throughout society, it’s essential for board leaders to know how to drive sustainability actions across their organizations.
Our interviews with 27 board leaders from global companies uncovered the factors that make boards successful in their DE&I oversight.
Our survey of more than 1,100board directors uncovered the secrets of Gold Medal Boards, those that are highly effective and oversee an organization that consistently outperforms its peers.
How we support board leadership
The future of your organization depends on a dynamic, visionary board. We work with you to recruit and develop board members with the skills and experience to ensure long-term success.
Assess board effectiveness
Advancing board performance and effectiveness take a multiyear assessment system—not a once-a-year event. Our systematic approach shows investors, regulators, and other key stakeholders that the board is future-oriented and performance-focused.
Optimize board performance
A strong board drives organizational performance. We work with your team to build the behaviors, actions, and processes that will help them maximize their positive impact on corporate results.
Plan for succession
Companies must always be ready for the unexpected. We help you build succession plans for your board and C-suite. We also work with you to find high-potential individuals, giving you a bench of next-generation leaders who will thrive in an uncertain world.
Find the right directors
Successful board leaders are hard to find—but experience has shown us what to look for. We outline the skills, experiences, and behaviors your board members should bring to the table and find diverse candidates who will maximize long-term value creation.
Align the board and CEO
The best directors don’t just ask CEOs penetrating questions, they also give thoughtful, actionable guidance on how to effectively translate strategy into action. Our expert teams help strengthen relationships and align your board and CEO.
Answer ESG demands
Investors today demand more than quarterly results from boards, they want to see clear ESG oversight and disclosure. We provide insights around investor expectations, with practical advice on strengthening disclosure of ESG oversight.
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