The Work of the Board

Achieving Alignment & Engagement, Building a Strong Board, Article

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

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Achieving Alignment & Engagement, Article

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

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Understanding Your Board’s Performance, Achieving Alignment & Engagement, Building a Strong Board, Article

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

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A diverse group of professionals engaged in a business meeting in a modern office setting. A middle-aged man with salt-and-pepper hair, wearing a white dress shirt, is speaking and gesturing with his hands. A smiling woman in glasses and a striped blouse sits beside him, while two other individuals, partially visible, hold documents and participate in the discussion. The table has water glasses, clipboards, and papers, indicating a formal meeting or discussion.
Achieving Alignment & Engagement, Article

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

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Understanding Your Board’s Performance, Achieving Alignment & Engagement, Article

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

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Understanding Your Board’s Performance, Achieving Alignment & Engagement, Area of Expertise, Article

Top 5 Workplace Culture Myths

As boards grapple with the challenges of shaping the modern workplace, they can often stumble over certain myths that undermine… Continue Reading Top 5 Workplace Culture Myths

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Understanding Your Board’s Performance, Achieving Alignment & Engagement, Building a Strong Board, Article

Shaping, Evaluating, and Developing Your Board

Strong boards don’t just happen; they are built through deliberate composition, evaluation, and development. This article outlines four essential practices: curating a diverse and skilled board with intentional renewal; conducting meaningful evaluations that lead to actionable insights; offering personalized feedback to help directors grow; and fostering a culture of continuous learning. By focusing on both individual contributions and collective dynamics, boards can stay aligned with their organization’s purpose and be ready to meet future challenges. Continue Reading Shaping, Evaluating, and Developing Your Board

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