Board Creation

Full-Bore Fiduciary Boards for Private Companies

Against a backdrop of sometimes distressing global change, unanticipated disruption and a creeping fear that the “next big thing” might be even more unimaginable,...

Is Your Board Truly Engaged?

Ask yourself the right questions. By Don Yee Among today’s hot governance topics is the idea of a more engaged board. This idea often centers on...

Boards Need to Take a Second Look at Stock Options

Recent IPO delays shed light on equity conflicts between employees and managementBy Maureen MilfordDirectors at tech companies might want to take a second-look at...

Is Your Family Business Operating in a Bubble?

Boards can tackle family concerns and inertia, and take businesses  to the next level.A second-generation family-owned manufacturing business was stuck. The company wasn’t in...

The Value of Engaged Investors

I have long felt that many private companies’ attitudes, outlook and values are at the forefront of a national discussion on the purpose of...