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What happens next will define your board for years. Because how your board selects its next leader can make or break your board's continued effectiveness.
In this latest article, we explore why a thoughtful, structured process is key to a successful board chair transition and how to navigate chair succession with transparency, alignment, and a stronger board on the other side.
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We asked CEOs for their views on what makes for an effective board. Here are the 5 things at the top of every CEOs list.
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From composure in crisis to shaping board culture—see what defines effective chair leadership in today’s environment.
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Strengthen board effectiveness with Boardspan's OARS board governance framework: oversight, accountability, risk mitigation, and strategy.
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As disruption accelerates, boards are rethinking who’s at the table—seeking the right mix of legacy experience and real-world expertise in tech, risk, and talent. Discover why this shift is gaining traction across industries—and what it means for your board.
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Boardspan recently convened conversations with 25+ board directors to discuss the current business environment, their outlook over the next year, and the advice they’re giving to their management teams.
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Learn how boards set the tone at the top and apply board best practices to guide culture, uphold values, and lead through uncertainty.
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Recruiting new directors? See how leading boards approach recruitment with foresight—not just urgency.
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What’s keeping Nom & Gov Chairs up at night? Here’s what they’re tackling—and why it matters.
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Discover how leading boards are advancing their governance maturity—and what it takes to move the needle.
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AI is everywhere. What does that mean for your board? Five smart questions, answered with real-world insight.
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Explore why management succession planning remains a top challenge for boards and discover practical steps to overcome common barriers and build a robust succession strategy.
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Strong committees are the backbone of effective boards. Discover the key elements that make them excel.
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A structured governance plan can transform board performance. Discover how intentional planning leads to better outcomes.
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Ken Bacon, seasoned board director and former Fannie Mae executive, discusses how boards can enhance risk oversight by embracing imagination, anticipating emerging threats, and building resilient governance frameworks.
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Explore the foundational elements of effective board governance by addressing four critical questions that help clarify responsibilities, assess board composition, ensure access to essential information, and establish a strategic plan.
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Maggie Wilderotter, former Chair and CEO of Frontier Communications and current board chair at DocuSign, shares insights on building high-performing boards
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Examine how today’s boards influence company culture by defining values, aligning leadership, overseeing accountability, and identifying red flags before issues escalate.
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Discover five practical strategies for boards to actively shape corporate culture—modeling values, aligning with mission, and engaging employees directly.
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Explore how board responsibilities are evolving, with insights from KKR co-founder George Roberts on governance, risk oversight, and director engagement.
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