A governance framework is the foundation that guides how an organization is directed and controlled. Often called a governance structure, it brings clarity to the systems that shape the relationships between the board, management, shareholders and other stakeholders....
School boards bring together individuals from many walks of life. Trustees volunteer their time, arrive with different experiences and often join for their own personal reasons. At the same time, every school district operates in a unique environment shaped by...
Entity management has always been essential to good governance yet keeping corporate records updated, filing reports on time and maintaining compliance can feel overwhelming. The work is repetitive and time consuming and it leaves plenty of room for human error. As...
The relationship between a chief executive and a board chair has always been a key topic in corporate governance. In earlier years many organisations allowed one person to hold both positions. As governance expectations evolved and regulatory guidance became stricter,...
Recent studies show that only a small share of executives believe their boards operate at a high level. The most effective way to change this is through a well designed board evaluation process that improves oversight and strengthens decision making. Many boards treat...
Newly elected council members often arrive with a wide range of expectations and levels of preparation. Their first days in office can be smooth or confusing depending on how the onboarding process is organized. Recent coverage of different municipalities highlighted...
