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- Jane Halford

There was a time when boards could assume that societal issues that were not aligned with its mission would not enter into the boardroom. That time has passed.

Today, complex societal...

- by Jane Halford and ChatGPT

When you think of governance, the first image that comes to mind is not a family business.

Governance is something we associate with corporate boardrooms and nonprofits...

- by Jane Halford & ChatGPT

Boards spend a great deal of time discussing strategy, risk, and performance. But there is another factor shaping board performance that is rarely discussed explicitly: di...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

The board chair is often the unsung hero of any organization. They set the culture and tone for board meetings and act as the communications go between for the CEO and board. A s...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

It can be lonely at the top. CEOs often come into their role with the notion that they should have all the answers, and that asking for help is a sign of weakness. However, expre...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

The relationship between the board chair and CEO is one of the most powerful drivers of organizational impact. It’s a partnership based on trust, open communication, and aligned ...

- by Jane Halford and ChatGPT

You’ve read the headline. You’ve seen the photo. Maybe you even checked to see if it was fake news, and you now know that it is true.

And then, like the rest of us, you...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

An effective board that truly acts with the best interests of their organization in mind have a key element in common: accountability. Beyond the board’s responsibility to its fi...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

From the outside looking in, it’s not easy to understand how any specific board really works. You may be able to read the board's policies on their website or ask questions about...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

As we settle into the summer months, board work tends to slow down, and board members have a well-deserved break from the pressures of the normal meeting rhythm. But that doesn’t...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

According to a study conducted by The Miles Group, only 36% of directors believe their board does a very good job assessing their directors, and only 26% "believe they are very e...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

A high functioning board isn’t something that happens overnight. In fact, it takes deliberate continuous effort, ensuring your directors have everything they need to do their wor...