How to Think about China: A Guide for Boards

For boards, China operations are about strategy, but also core values. Most every multinational company has a connection to China, whether in the form of supply chains, investment or economic and geopolitical risk. 

Economic Volatility and Global Conflict Impact the Board Agenda

Disclosure rules and risk concerns are also on directors’ minds.

Companies Are Appointing More First-Time Directors

Nearly half of Fortune 500 board seats went to first-time directors in 2021.

Human Capital Is Rising on the Board Agenda

Human resources expertise on the board aids talent retention and recruitment strategies.

Many Risk Factors Affect Audit Committee Preparation

Inflation, cybersecurity and SEC proposals are on the audit committee agenda.

Cybersecurity Reporting: What Boards Should Expect from Management

Chief security officers must communicate cyber incidents in a straightforward, understandable fashion.

Proposed Cyber Expertise Disclosure Rules Will Challenge Boards

The SEC’s proposal could affect public company approaches to strategy, talent and more.

Directors Must Grow Their Knowledge of Blockchain

Current board understanding of the technology is woefully low.

Proposed SEC Amendment on Shareholder Proposal Rules

There are benefits for shareholders, but possible complications for boards.

Shield Yourself from Reputational or ESG-Related Claims

In a litigious environment, directors must go beyond D&O insurance for protection.

Can Elon Musk Escape Twitter Deal Unscathed?

The disagreement between the tech giant and the social media platform goes to Delaware.

Returns or Virtue?

Allow shareholders a say in how companies approach ESG initiatives.

Inflation and Talent Retention Needs Spur Salary Hike

More than one-quarter of respondents are considering midyear adjustments.

Report Tracks the Evolution of ESG in Boardrooms

Survey shows shifts in ESG oversight and incorporation of goals and metrics.

Geopolitical Disruption Invades the Boardroom

Effective Oversight of Global Risk

Risk Areas for Corporate Boards - Betsy Atkins

Risk Areas for Corporate Boards - Joyce Cacho

Rethinking Risk Management

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