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Kay Plantes

Kay Plantes
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Kay Plantes, Ph.D., is an economist and a director, currently serving on the boards of Automation Nth and San Diego Vehicles for Change.
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Rethinking Board Composition in Family and Private Companies

The right mix of directors depends on purpose, ownership, where the business is headed and more.
federal policy

Bring Federal Policy into the Boardroom

Directors can strengthen oversight by tracking evolving policy landscapes.

The Value of Independent Directors

Independent directors aid management by focusing on strategy, talent development and executive team performance.
failure to change

For Private Companies, Failure to Change Could Be Fatal

Seven things boards can do to ensure their management teams remain open to the need for timely change.

Seven Ways to Add Value to Board Strategy Work

Directors must hold the management team accountable and refrain from approving ineffective strategy plans.