…less information on governance and the director role than someone who has served on one or two boards. Every director is unique and comes from a different place. Director orientation… Continue Reading What makes a Great Director Orientation
…search, and from 2020 on how to elevate diversity and inclusion in the boardroom. Read the Institute for Governance’s policy paper The Status of Women Corporate Directors in Canada for… Continue Reading October is Women’s History Month
…corporations from coast to coast. We work closely with the clients in six distinct areas: recruiting director and executive talent; establishing effective governance structures and practices; guiding boards in their… Continue Reading WATSON Becomes a BC Benefit Company
…the company. Decisions about what? 1. The board itself such as selecting the chair and directors, preparing for board succession; 2. Setting the tone by establishing the ethics policy… Continue Reading Diversity in Decision Making at the Board
This year’s International Women’s Day theme is #BreakTheBias. Many organizations are making progress with their DEI initiatives, but gender bias – both conscious and unconscious – continues to impact women’s… Continue Reading International Women’s Day 2022
Non-profit directors, got AGM on your mind? You’re probably thinking about whether it’s online (again) or if it’s a good chance to get together in person. This is important. But… Continue Reading 5 Ways to Make the Most of your Next AGM
…its ESG goals. Board members should be encouraged to bring ESG into their decision-making throughout every aspect of the board’s agenda. Especially in Canada, there are high expectations on directors,… Continue Reading Jodi Speaks – McCarthy Tétrault Advance™: 12th Annual National Retail and Consumers Markets Summit
…to participate in a program that will ignite their potential to create lasting impact for themselves and their local and global community. Our board of directors is dedicated, engaged, bold… Continue Reading Why do you serve on your NFP Board?
…been gains in the diversity of directors of S&P 500 companies, directors of Asian descent remain underrepresented with only 7% of new board seats in 2021 (down from 8% in… Continue Reading Asian Heritage Month
…requirements, changes within the sector, and broader social changes. In addition, with an increased focus on director accountability, expectations of directors are evolving. Boards that govern with intention are alert… Continue Reading NEW – An Intentional Approach to Governance – WATSON’s W Model
