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A collaboration between McCarthy Tétrault and Watson Board Advisors. Authors: Jodi Butts, Manijeh Colabella (Watson Board Advisors), John Boscariol, Martha Harrison and Robert J. Richardson (McCarthy Tétrault) Over… Continue Reading Directors Talk: Canada’s Economic Security Imperative
During our 20 years in governance, one truth has never changed: people sit at the heart of effective governance and… Continue Reading Beyond the Skills Matrix: The Competencies That Define Great Directors
A Sector in Transition Member-based associations are in their most significant period of transformation in a generation. Economic headwinds, demographic… Continue Reading Better Boards, Brighter Futures: Priorities for Association Governance
Serving on a board is demanding in any era. Today, geopolitical risk, economic uncertainty, technological disruptions, and consideration for a… Continue Reading Board Alignment: Balancing Purpose, Strategy, and Culture
In our Shaping the Future With… series, we highlight the voices of directors who are redefining what governance looks like… Continue Reading Shaping the Future with Jo Mark Zurel
Owners of family enterprises carry responsibilities that go beyond financial results. They balance long-term vision with day-to-day performance – choices… Continue Reading Key Conversations for Family Business Owners: Strategy and Leadership
