Why boardroom composition is key to getting environmental strategy right
A new study co-authored by Ivan Miroshnychenko investigates the causes behind the discrepancy between firms’ ESG claims and what they do in practice....
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From oversight to foresight: How boards can learn to see the future
June 30, 2026 • by Natacha Theytaz in Governance • 7 min read • 
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In an era of constant disruption, oversight is no longer enough. Having served on boards through extreme turbulence, Natacha Theytaz introduces a new framework to integrate strategy with foresight and shield organizations...
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Decisions about the future of AI shouldn’t be made by “dark personalities”
Traits such as overconfidence and narcissism, which may lead tech leaders to make bold decisions and take risks in the pursuit of growth, are dangerous in the context of artificial intelligence....
Want to increase the impact of your corporate philanthropy? Link it to your core business
November 22, 2023 • by Sophie Bacq in Governance • 8 min read • 
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Sophie Bacq speaks to António Calçada, Executive Managing Director of the Repsol Foundation, on how the model of corporate philanthropy is shifting from charitable giving towards investing in entrepreneurial ventures that can...
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Balancing act: can the World Bank tackle the climate crisis and poverty reduction?
To achieve this delicate equilibrium, the bank should be implementing governance reforms, carefully managing the transition to cleaner energy sources, and adopting a market-driven approach to financing and investment....
Three filters for making business decisions in the age of stakeholder capitalism
Companies have a tightrope to walk in balancing the competing interests of a broad set of critical stakeholders. This three-step framework can crystallize the delicate trade-offs -- leading to better, more informed...
Want to innovate for people and planet? You need to rethink the value chain
Responsible innovation hinges on wholly new governance mechanisms. In our study, recipient of the Journal of Management Studies 2022 Best Paper Award, we argue that you need to reframe value creation in...
New framework needed to cut through sustainability jungle
September 26, 2023 • by Jonathan Normand, Fabio Monnet in Governance • 11 min read
With over 300 sustainability standards and labels available, it’s no wonder that so many companies get away with ‘greenwashing’. A new approach is needed....
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