Tag: October 2023 Issue
Ford Motor Company Takes the Long Road
Kimberly Casiano discusses the auto giant’s approach to quarterly profits, as well as her advice for private companies.Â
Voices of Experience
The advantages that independent board members can bring to a board are well documented. But how many independent members does a board need? We...
Alignment and Oversight Can Make for a Dynamic Board/CEO Relationship
Surveys show that directors and executives are generally aligned on the top issues affecting businesses.
Start Succession Planning Early — and Know Your Lane
CEO involvement in the succession process and future board roles can depend on the executive’s demeanor.Â
Following a Founder’s Clear Vision
Murray Berstein set Nixon Medical’s second generation and its board on a path toward continued success.
Supply Chain and Digital Savvy Are Emerging as Board Matrix Mainstays
Also, family companies must leverage the unsung skills of their younger generations.
Silence on Social Issues Is Heard by Your Stakeholders
Let your board and company values determine your guidance on responding to cultural hot buttons.
Private Company Boards Afford (and Demand) Quicker Decision-Making
Whether you’re considering the firing of a CEO or the replacement of a retiring director, make the decision swiftly and authoritatively.
Cybersecurity and Geopolitical Concerns Are Rising as Private Company Risks
But boards still need to monitor operational, financial and talent risks as well.
Crisis Can Serve to Strengthen the Board/CEO Relationship
The partnership of Meghan Juday and Steve Henn was born in the midst of the COVID pandemic. Here’s how they weathered the storm.