Shareholders around the world are seeking greater dialogue with boards of directors of investee companies on an expanding array of topics. For example, demands by investors in the US and other markets for greater shareholder rights - such as an advisory vote on remuneration - are in part efforts...

This commentary argues that disparity in stature between the chief executive and other directors (for example, a 'star' CEO whose accomplishments and renown are much greater that the non-executive directors) can harm board performance and provides suggestions on how parity in stature among board...

Despite considerable reforms over the past two decades, boards – particularly at financial institutions – have been criticized recently for poor stewardship.This article argues that the lack of attention to behavioral and functional considerations – in particular, relating to director...

Despite considerable reforms over the past two decades, boards – particularly at financial institutions – have been criticized recently for poor stewardship. This article argues that the lack of attention to behavioral and functional considerations – in particular, relating to director...

This article argues that disparity in stature between the chief executive and other directors (for example, a 'star' CEO whose accomplishments and renown are much greater that the non-executive directors) can harm board performance and provides suggestions on how boards can maintain stature...

The global financial crisis has prompted debate once again on how to improve the effectiveness of the board of directors at listed companies. Despite considerable reforms over the past two decades, boards – particularly at financial institutions – have been criticized recently for failing to...