The power of constructive disharmony in the boardroomÂ
In challenging times, appointing supervisory board leaders from across the generations can lead to more creative problem solving....
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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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Listen, learn, and engage:Â the softer face of Rio Tinto
To improve decision making, every stakeholder – both internal and external –needs to be given a voice, says Isabelle Deschamps, the mining group’s Chief Legal Officer, Governance and Corporate Affairs...
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How to be diplomatic in the age of Twitter
January 19, 2023 • by Mohamed Mahmoud Mohamedou in Governance • 6 min read
The diversification of actors and a widening of issues challenges the traditional model of diplomacy. A convergence of skills is needed from the public and private sectors to facilitate engagement between states,...
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Conflict is not inevitable, but ask yourself: what if?
January 18, 2023 • by David Bach in Governance • 6 min read
Stakeholder capitalism has forced CEOs into taking political positions, even on controversial topics. Tensions over Taiwan make it critical for companies to plan ahead for the next values-driven conflict....
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Dangerous products recalled faster when women are on the board
March 24, 2022 • by Corinne Post, Kaitlin Wowak, George Ball, David J. Ketchen Jr in Governance • 6 min read
Pharmaceutical products with the most serious defects are recalled 28 days sooner with women in the boardroom, research shows....
The CEO’s post-pandemic survival guide: ESG targets take center stage
CEO turnover is rising after a COVID lull as boards place corporate culture and social responsibility at the heart of performance criteria, equal to shareholder value creation....
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