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Start your journey towards becoming a Chartered Director in 2024. buff.ly/41Obifq

Recent research shows a shift in thinking globally around the criteria for directors which may lead to more pathways to the boardroom for diverse candidates with new skills, experiences and backgrounds buff.ly/3tbv87x

Applications are being accepted until January 1, 2024 for the @Alectranews Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship for Ontario-based individuals who identify as racialized to participate in the Chartered Director Program. Learn more: buff.ly/3a8c5Oi

Ensuring a new board chair is capable of meeting challenges in these times of rapid change begins with making important updates. Insights on changing the mindset, the structure and the process when selecting a new chair: buff.ly/40WxTG3

Applications are being accepted until January 1, 2024 for the Alectra Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship covering all five modules of the Chartered Director Program for Ontario-based individuals who identify as racialized. Learn more: buff.ly/3a8c5Oi

Boards with the ability to adapt can transform and cultivate resilient governance that is forward-thinking and capable of meeting today’s challenges. Ten key factors for consideration: buff.ly/3R5H82g

A lingering lesson in corporate governance after the recent boardroom drama at OpenAI, understanding how it happened, and what could come next for the AI startup: buff.ly/47Rg3GG

Findings of a recent study have detailed how the presence of women on boards influences interactions and decision-making. More details on the report, and some key insights that may be surprising: buff.ly/3svoh8B

A recently published legal opinion advises that risks which are nature-related could now be viewed as foreseeable, and directors could be held personally liable for not adequately considering, managing or disclosing them. Some key points: buff.ly/47nLgBx

Faced with emerging risks, boards can help build resilience in their organizations and find opportunities to add long-term value from building trust and supporting management. Strategies for boards to consider: buff.ly/47xDc0W

Unlocking the value from generative AI while managing rapid changes and risks can start with boards asking the right questions to company leaders, and to themselves. Considerations for a coordinated approach: buff.ly/3pDos01

Building and focusing on impactful board culture may help promote effective governance, and can start by reflecting on current culture shortcomings and qualities. Details on recommendations from a new report: buff.ly/3spvI0X

In order to adapt to today’s global order, board members will require granularity in understanding, mitigating and monitoring geopolitical risks. Details on these elements, and questions for boards to ask: buff.ly/40d50VT

Sustainability, technology and ethical leadership are some emerging facets of corporate governance recently gaining significance. Some key variables, and examples to consider: buff.ly/3Mh9y7B

When considering participation in an overlapping directorship, a challenge lies in how to identify possible antitrust risks. Some considerations: buff.ly/3ZR6ogA

Learn details about 2023 developments in corporate governance, activism, current hot topics for committees and boards, and some some key takeaways here: buff.ly/3LyOWHC

CISOs and board members may not view all aspects of cybersecurity challenges or prioritization of cybersecurity threats in the same ways. Some considerations for preparedness and communication: buff.ly/45MR9a2

Recently approved by G20 leaders, revised principles are aimed at promoting financial stability and investor confidence, and helping companies to navigate climate-related opportunities and risks, with baseline corporate governance standards: buff.ly/3sTosu7

The “G” is ESG: The importance of strong governance may be overlooked, but can be key to staying committed to sustainability. 7 Areas boards can focus on for improving corporate governance: buff.ly/3Zkzy7m