There’s No Wrong Way to Leverage Your Board’s Contacts
Just watch for conflicts of interest, and don’t meddle in the process.
News and Articles
Private equity boards enable directors to hone their skills without the publicity and liability that can be associated with public boards.
The SEC’s climate proposal affects private equity firms, whether they trade on U.S. stock exchanges or not.
Boards and CEOs are most effective when they allow themselves to be open to ideas and vulnerable enough to have their own missteps corrected.
Complicating factors include inflation, interest rates and midterm election fallout.
Three questions family enterprises should ask when putting a governance model in place.
The SEC’s Hester Peirce addresses issues with the commission’s recent proposals.
In board meetings, be aware of who is responsible for what.
Honoring the dedication of talent is key to retention success.
Support the board by providing feedback and sharpening your listening skills.
The proper agenda is a must, but so is self-evaluation and diversity.
Strategic Planning Concerns Top the Private Board Agenda
Growth and talent are also major issues for private company boards.
Create a Successful Board Bio
Winning a board position requires experience, brevity and an inviting smile.
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The 2022 Private Company Board Compensation Survey
Our new survey spotlights trends in director pay levels and offers insights into board compensation plan design.
25 Guidelines for Independent Directorship
Great board leadership means knowing your role, collaborating with management and more.
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Declare Your Portfolio Company Board Independence
Private equity groups thrive when their portfolio company board members speak truth to power.
Many portfolio companies of private equity groups (PEGs) tend to fill their boards with insider directors, such as members of the fund and select representatives of company management. In doing so, they miss the boat on the benefits that can be offered by independent directors, whose unvarnished opinions can prove invaluable in areas like risk management oversight, executive hiring, and approval of mergers and acquisitions.
The Evolution of Compensation Committees in Private Companies
A guide to comp committee duties and impacts as well as the drivers of change in compensation practices.
Less Is More for Private Company Boards
Smaller boards lead to better communication and stronger decision-making.
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From Meager Beginnings Come Best Practices
Telamon emulates public company governance to achieve long-term success.
In order for you to understand how and why Telamon utilizes public company best practices to organize its board and plan for the future, I must start our story from the beginning.
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Meet the Director: Sheila Rege
Sheila Rege
My Home Base: Seattle area (eastern Washington)
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