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Exceptional chairmen

Alvarez & Marsal has published some recent research which identifies the eight key behaviours displayed by exceptional chairmen.

The impact of board composition

A new report from Eversheds looks at the importance of board size, diversity and independence of directors on company performance.

Steering organisations in times of uncertainty

A recent publication by Deloitte, Directors’ Alert 2012, discusses some important issues for boards and provides some useful checklists to help directors focus on the needs of the board and their organisation in these uncertain times.

Governance, reputation and shareholder value

Seamus Gillen looks at the link between governance and reputation and argues that understanding that link offers opportunities for companies to improve their business performance, and increase the prospect of enhanced shareholder returns.

From ‘Politburo’ to independent boards 

Alexey Navalny and Vladimir Ashurkov put forward their ideas as to how to bring transparency and accountability to State-controlled enterprises in Russia.