How to Evaluate NED Candidates Beyond Their CV
How to Evaluate NED Candidates Beyond Their CV The Importance of Evaluating NED Candidates Beyond Their CV Understanding the Role of a Non-Executive Director The role of a Non-Executive Director (NED) extends far beyond the traditional responsibilities outlined in a job description. NEDs are expected …
Why Boards Struggle to Recruit the Right NEDs
Why Boards Struggle to Recruit the Right NEDs The Importance of Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) Strategic Oversight and Guidance Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) play a crucial role in providing strategic oversight and guidance to a company. They bring an external perspective that is often invaluable in challenging …
What Climate Disclosure Rules Mean for NED Oversight
What Climate Disclosure Rules Mean for NED Oversight Understanding the Shift in Climate Disclosure Rules Historical Context of Climate Disclosure The evolution of climate disclosure rules has been a gradual process, influenced by growing awareness of climate change and its potential impacts on businesses and …
The NED’s Role in Preparing for Geopolitical Risk
The NED’s Role in Preparing for Geopolitical Risk Understanding Geopolitical Risk Defining Geopolitical Risk Geopolitical risk refers to the potential for political, economic, and social events in one country or region to impact the stability and security of other countries or regions. These risks can …
Why NEDs Need to Understand AI Bias and Data Ethics
Why NEDs Need to Understand AI Bias and Data Ethics Introduction In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into decision-making processes, the role of Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) has become more critical than ever. As organizations harness the power of AI, they face …
The Future of Audit Committees: What NEDs Must Know
The Future of Audit Committees: What NEDs Must Know The Evolving Role of Audit Committees Historical Context Audit committees have long been a cornerstone of corporate governance, traditionally tasked with overseeing financial reporting and ensuring the integrity of financial statements. Historically, their primary focus was …
How Regulation Is Increasing NED Liability
How Regulation Is Increasing NED Liability Introduction In recent years, the landscape of corporate governance has undergone significant transformation, driven by an evolving regulatory environment. At the heart of this transformation is the increasing liability faced by Non-Executive Directors (NEDs), who play a crucial role …
The NED’s Role in Ensuring Diversity Beyond the Boardroom
The NED’s Role in Ensuring Diversity Beyond the Boardroom Understanding the Role of Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) Defining Non-Executive Directors Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) are members of a company’s board of directors who do not engage in the day-to-day management of the organization. Unlike executive directors, NEDs …
Why NEDs Are Key to Tackling Modern Slavery Risks
Why NEDs Are Key to Tackling Modern Slavery Risks Understanding Modern Slavery Defining Modern Slavery Modern slavery is an umbrella term that encompasses various forms of exploitation where individuals are coerced, deceived, or forced into situations against their will. This includes human trafficking, forced labor, …
The NED’s Responsibility in Carbon Reduction Strategies
The NED’s Responsibility in Carbon Reduction Strategies Introduction to Carbon Reduction and the Role of NEDs Understanding Carbon Reduction Carbon reduction refers to the process of decreasing the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases (GHGs) released into the atmosphere. This is a …
