As part of a series of events on Diversity & Inclusion, NEDonBoard hosted a “Diversity in Risk Thinking” virtual event on 19th May, in partnership with the Risk Coalition.
For NEDonBoard members unable to attend, we are pleased to share with you an overview of insights discussed, as well as a recording of the presentations.
Written by Sampa Bhasin The last few weeks have been enlightening in many ways. By their sheer nature, crises are unpredictable, however the one that we are facing currently seems to be pushing all boundaries of unpredictability. Discussions with senior leaders and fellow board members show that the following four main categories should be…
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NED Development, Decision Making and Governance Changes – including panel discussion summary and recorded interviews
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Written by Natalie Ceeney In the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, the role of non-executives came under huge scrutiny. Boards were described as “part of the problem” and non-execs as “poorly trained” and “incapable or unwilling to challenge management”. Things changed. Present non-execs can testify that there’s no shortage of training, particularly as…
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On 9th April 2020, NEDonBoard hosted a webinar sharing insights on public sector NED roles, featuring a short presentation as well as interviews with experienced public sector NEDs.
This webinar is a must watch for all professionals looking to explore NED opportunities in the public sector and hear about diversity measures introduced by the Cabinet Office to improve the representation of under-represented groups in UK public boardrooms.
This week, NEDonBoard is pleased to publish an article written by Michael McQueen about leveraging the Covid-19 crisis to re-calibrate and clarify the fundamentals of the business on which you serve as of non-executive directors and board members. In the last few weeks, it has seemed that every day has brought yet another piece…
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The Coronavirus outbreak has triggered an unprecedented health and economic crisis across the globe, to which all boards, regardless of the type of organisations, activities and sectors have had to respond. Like you, NEDonBoard has had ad-hoc board meetings. We implemented our contingency plans and have communicated with its stakeholders, the primary of whom are…
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When The Top Is Targeted: Protecting The C-Suite and the Boardroom From Cyber Risk OVERVIEW The online world is getting more and more personal. The ease of collecting personal data via online features such as “cookies” means that businesses are now much better at targeting individuals’ needs and tailoring products and services to best…
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Letter from the NEDonBoard executive team to the NEDonBoard community Dear NEDonBoard members and subscribers, NEDonBoard has been on the front-foot of the Coronavirus outbreak: we attribute it to the strength and diversity of our team. In the past week, NEDonBoard has adjusted its event programme, adding webinars and online content as well…
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Written by Elise Perraud Each year, Warren Buffett writes an open letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders. These letters are insightful and over the years have become a “must-read” for investment professionals. But not only. The 2019 letter, which was published at the end of February, includes thought-provoking considerations on the topics of boards and governance…
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