Purpose expresses why an organisation exists and provides meaning and reinforcement for strategic objectives and initiatives. Check out GSK annual report and responsible business supplement and Unilever’s embedding sustainability report
Board commitment involves visible sponsorship. Rolls Royce board apprentice programme creates valuable conversations and relationships.
Governance is a common goal. Compliance is not enough. FRC Key dates: download the new FRC Corporate Governance Code on Monday 16 July and contribute to the Wates Corporate Governance Principles for Large Private Companies by 9 September.
Strategic decision making is subject to individual, Board and organisation bias. Robust process, the right board intelligence and the astute use of creative and analytical thinking can improve the quality of decisions Adrian Furnham shared insights. Rolf Dobelli’s The art of thinking clearly and Daniel Kahnemann’s Thinking fast and slow
Academics, executive search firms and organisations are reaching consensus that Board talent needs to come from a larger pool. The mindset for identification, attraction and selection needs to be challenged. The KPMG Inclusion and diversity philosophy was shared by David Gracie.
Personal growth requires learning, application, reflection and support. ICSA has run their Governance Leadership Programme since 2010. Plans to enable personal development include the publication of the competence framework for governance professionals and services to help connect communities and provide individual support.