…discussions and decision-making. Joining Liz on the panel are Rick Price, Board Chair and Lisa McCullough, Superintendent, SD48 (Sea to Sky); David Green, Secretary-Treasurer, SD35 (Langley); Mike Roberts, BCSTA CEO…. Continue Reading Three Keys to Strategic Planning
…To ensure the right information is provided, schedule a conversation between the board and CEO to discuss the quality and quantity of information that is needed. 4. Seek out and… Continue Reading Why an engaged Board is a powerful Board (Watson’s 5 tips for building a better board)
CEO transition is a high-risk game. Business journals are full of statistics of new CEOs who are hired with enthusiasm and fired within the first 18 months of their tenure…. Continue Reading Managing the Risk of CEO Transition
…track record of successfully recruiting CEOs, Directors, and Advisory Board members for its client base that include public companies, private companies, public sector entities and large non-profits. Other lines of… Continue Reading Westview Executive Search Merges with WATSON Advisors Inc.
“How should directors respond to the recent high profile cases of sexual harassment cases in the workplace?” The spectre of bullying and sexual harassment in the workplace has been raised… Continue Reading In the Shadow of Weinstein Woes: How Boards Should Be Thinking About Sexual Harassment
…CEO, many boards invite the CEO to provide feedback on potential chair candidates and take the feedback into consideration in making their decision. Engage stakeholders. Typically, shareholders and stakeholders are… Continue Reading Desperately Seeking Commitment: Expectations of the Board in Chair Succession Planning
…them in advance with directors and the CEO and listen to their concerns. 5. Shape the information The best board information is comprehensive and balanced, meeting the needs of the… Continue Reading (#1) Chair is an Action, Not a Position
…you in the ball park 1. CEO Wishes When does the CEO plan to leave? The CEO may be reluctant to share this too far in advance for fear of… Continue Reading Timing is Everything: Seven factors effective CEO transition timing
…support and guidance. Tips: Reflect on what you need to know and know who to ask – whether it’s the former chair, CEO, committee chairs or experienced chairs in your… Continue Reading (#3) Leadership Lessons from the Intentional Chair
…builds. Have a governance question? Ask WATSON Many executives are adept at preparing business cases for CEO approval and understand how the CEO likes to receive information. That is no… Continue Reading Board Packages you Want to Receive
