Shaping the Future with Suromitra Sanatani
In our *Shaping the Future With…* series, we explore the perspectives of directors who are redefining what governance looks like.… Continue Reading Shaping the Future with Suromitra Sanatani
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When is it Time to Step Away from a Board?
Boards often ask, “How do we recruit great directors?” But a less common – and equally important – question is,… Continue Reading When is it Time to Step Away from a Board?
Shaping the Future with David Simmonds
In our Shaping the Future With… series, we explore the insights of directors who are redefining governance. In this edition,… Continue Reading Shaping the Future with David Simmonds
Top 5 Reasons We’re Proud of Canadian Boards
At Watson, we love seeing the celebration of all things Canadian. And as the most experienced board advisory firm in… Continue Reading Top 5 Reasons We’re Proud of Canadian Boards
Key Conversations for Family Business Owners: Purpose and Risk
A clear, shared purpose and alignment on risk are essential for family businesses to thrive across generations. This article explores how purpose acts as a unifying guide for decision-making, ownership, and culture, while understanding risk tolerance helps families balance growth with stability. It also offers practical questions to help owners spark these critical conversations. Continue Reading Key Conversations for Family Business Owners: Purpose and Risk
Shaping the Future with Mark Podlasly
In our “Shaping the Future With…” series, we delve into the experiences and insights of directors who are redefining governance.… Continue Reading Shaping the Future with Mark Podlasly
The Line: Finding the Balance Between Oversight and Engagement
Boards constantly navigate the space between providing oversight and becoming too operational. This article introduces “The Line”, a flexible threshold that helps boards calibrate their engagement based on the organization’s needs, risks, and leadership capacity. It offers practical ways to assess when and how boards should lean in, ensuring they stay strategic while adding value where it matters most. Continue Reading The Line: Finding the Balance Between Oversight and Engagement
Shaping the Future with Heather Munroe-Blum
Welcome to “Shaping the Future With…”, a series where we open the boardroom doors to showcase the insights, experiences, and… Continue Reading Shaping the Future with Heather Munroe-Blum
From Passive to Proactive: How Boards Can Overcome Complacency and Resignation
One of the top complaints we hear about the state of governance is that boards are too accepting of the status quo, often leading to stakeholders voicing frustration that boards are either too complacent or simply resigned to current levels of under-performance. This article explores how can boards inspire confidence and rebut these perceptions.
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Reimagining Governance: Harnessing Generative AI for More Effective Boards
Over the past two years, the launch of generative artificial intelligence (generative AI) has stood out as a potentially transformative… Continue Reading Reimagining Governance: Harnessing Generative AI for More Effective Boards