Governance Solutions

Ethical Boardroom This insightful book brings governance to life in a practical and helpful ultimate guide. The level of wisdom and common sense shared is a real difference maker! Michael J. Soligo, M.A.Sc., P.Eng., C.Dir., President & CEO, RWDI Experience matters. Debra and David Brown have it. They have long been key figures in Canadian corporate governance and in governance generally. Their knowledge in the areas of governance, leadership, and business management is estimable. Read their book and you will see that for yourself. Hoffer Kaback, Former Lead Columnist, Directors & Boards Magazine, Former Director of U.S. Public Companies and Not-for-profit Organizations Every reader will come away from this book with deeper insights into corporate governance, including an appreciation of the need for excellent practices in the boardroom. This book is particularly relevant given new challenges confronting corporations, ranging from cyber security threats to stakeholder activism and increased scrutiny from regulatory authorities. The Browns have produced a high quality reference for benchmarking and improving corporate governance. Gordon van Welie, President and Chief Executive Officer, ISO New England The line between board and management just became crystal clear for all of us! The board governs--management manages--the organization flourishes. That's why boards exist! Fantastic book! Norman Loberg, Corporate Director, Chair of the Board, Alectra Utilities There has never been a time when good governance was needed more than it is today. The rapid pace of change, the enormous potential of technological innovation, the vast opportunities around the world, the almost unquantifiable consequences of risk make this book perfectly timed for a such a perfect storm! Dr. Michael Hartmann, Principal of the Directors College, DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University This is not Board Governance for Dummies. This is a smart, easy to follow guide for anyone who is considering standing up a board for their business, joining a board for the first time, or who is assessing the effectiveness of an existing board of directors. David and Debra Brown employ their considerable expertise to guide us through the steps required for an engaged board to be fully knowledgeable about their role and provide the most effective oversight for any type of organization. As the CEO of a highly regulated institution, this book provides my institution a comprehensive guide for board self-assessment. Brenda Frank, President and CEO, Yankee Farm Credit This is an impressive book! Current, relevant, practical and readable! I highly recommend this book to any board member or executive wanting to dramatically increase their competence and confidence in the boardroom! Roberta S. Brown, President, Sassafras River Associates, Retired Utility Executive, Former Board Member and Nominating and Governance Chair, ISO-New England, Former Board Member, IESO With so many spotlights trained on corporate boards, there could hardly be a better moment for hands-on, cutting-edge guidance on how directors can power success--and avoid traps. David and Debra Brown are world-class experts; their new book earns a place on director desks everywhere. Stephen Davis, Ph.D., Associate Director and Senior Fellow, Harvard Law School Programs on Corporate Governance and Institutional Investors A major benefit of this book is that it applies to any board member, in any sector, in any country! Truly an internationally relevant piece of work! Spencer Cameron, Deputy Editor, Ethical Board Group