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The role of the chair and how a NED can help

Chairing a board is a bit like conducting an orchestra, creating harmony and success by the collective contribution of all.
19 February 2021
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Following an IPO, will keeping certain board roles cause problems?

A concern that crops up when companies have been through the IPO process often revolves around boards and current roles. Hypothetically thinking, what would happen if you already have an executive Chair, CEO and CFO that you intend on keeping? Could it cause problems following your IPO?
5 October 2022
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Comment: I’m a professional rugby player, this is why governance matters for players and the game

Professional rugby player and Chair of the RPA Men’s Rugby Board, Max Lahiff reflects on why governance matters to players, how it shapes decisions on welfare and sustainability, and why strengthening governance capability is essential to the future of the game.
20 February 2026
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Who owns the Agenda?

You are chairing a meeting. How will you ensure that the meeting that you are leading will be valuable, effective and appropriate?
11 March 2021
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Get involved with your local branch

In this article, Lesley Ward FCG, discusses the benefits of volunteering with your local branch, with testimonials from current and past branch chairs.
1 June 2022
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Executive pay in a time of crisis

Peter Swabey, our Policy and Research Director chaired a webinar on the subject of executive pay during a crisis.
20 July 2020
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ISSB anniversary - the second year won't be dull!

ISSB (International Sustainability Standards Board) recently celebrated their one-year anniversary on Thursday 3 November. Lindsey Stewart, director of investment stewardship research at Morningstar, shares a few thoughts.
16 November 2022
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“Jackie Weaver, you have no authority here”

Read on to discover guidance on how to run an effective virtual meeting and avoid the potential pitfalls.
8 February 2021
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The perfect board - it’s a matter of character

Whether you are a member of a company, not for profit or political board, you can have all the laws, regulations and procedures that may be found.
5 August 2020
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Boardroom Dynamics
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