by Rose Mercier | Feb 22, 2024 | Rose Mercier
It is essential that whoever sits around the board table or appears in the squares of the virtual meeting are the ‘right fit’ for the board. It’s the right fit because they have the skills, attributes, experience and commitment the board needs to govern...
by Richard Stringham | Mar 9, 2023 | Richard Stringham
Recently, I received an email from a large international association of which I am a member. The email asked me to vote for directors for the board and included a list of candidates and short biographical information about these very accomplished people. This included...
by Richard Stringham | Jul 15, 2021 | Richard Stringham
As more research comes in, the case for diversity at the board table grows even stronger. Diverse perspectives at the board table translate into greater board success and reduced risk. This has some boards asking how they can increase diversity at the board table. 1....
by Dee Incoronato | Jan 7, 2021 | Dee Incoronato
What will board composition be like in the future? When thinking about future board members there is a danger in assuming everyone in a demographic grouping is alike. However, there are some basic similarities that reflect the characteristics of different...
by David Gray | Jun 10, 2020 | David Gray
I’m often asked what qualities distinguish a good board member from a not-so-good member, so that boards can try to recruit the former. In my opinion, there are three qualities. The first is a comprehensive understanding of the Policy Governance®...
