December 05, 2011
Director fees have been largely flat since 2008. While there is some evidence of an increase in 2011, it does not appear to be widespread. Yet, many boards again seem reluctant to consider an increase for 2012. Pearl Meyer & Partners' Peter Miterko and Richard King believe that boards should actively review their compensation each year, particularly in 2012, to recognize both their increased workload and competition for talent.
November 09, 2011
Citing health issues, your CEO has announced he is retiring in six months. Do you have a succession plan in place? Will you be conducting a nationwide search, or are you grooming an heir apparent within your ranks?
October 26, 2011
Is lower turnover on corporate boards a good thing? The majority of directors attending our recent Boardroom Summit in New York said yes.
July 26, 2011
Considering joining a board of directors? Here are the questions you should be asking.
June 09, 2011
A look at the history of outside director compensation, and a case for why outside director compensation may be on the rise.
May 10, 2011
“Well in advance of the interview, think carefully about the dynamics in your boardroom and the challenges the company faces in areas like risk, governance, and strategy. Design questions that will do two things: Uncover the philosophy of the candidate about those issues and reveal his working style in addressing them.”
May 10, 2011
A report on strides toward more seats for women at the table.
March 24, 2011
March 10, 2011
These ten companies have impressed investors over five years with their total shareholder returns, but when it comes to a good governance infrastructure, the companies display mixed results.
February 08, 2011
The economic and regulatory landscape poses unprecedented challenges for boards of directors. Here are the top 11 tips for dealing with the legal and regulatory landscape in 2011.