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Board Structure
An effective board structure combines diverse expertise, skills, backgrounds, gender, and cultural perspectives. Boards consider factors like independence, rotation, term limits, and skill gaps when appointing directors. A well-structured board enhances resilience, strategic leadership, risk management, and investor confidence, fostering long-term value.
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ASX Corporate Governance Council
ASX Corporate Governance Council is an independent body that brings together a wide range of business, shareholder and industry groups, each offering their individual insights and perspectives on governance issues. The council develops and issues principle-based recommendations on corporate governance practices adopted by Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) listed entities.
Women on boards and the human capital connection
Companies with a gender diverse board and stronger talent management practices enjoyed higher growth in employee productivity compared to companies with a diverse board only or with strong talent management practices only. Companies with mostly male boards and lagging talent management practices had the lowest rates of employee productivity growth.
Australian Institute of Company Directors
The Australian Institute of Company Directors is committed to strengthening society through world-class governance. The organisation's aim is to be the independent and trusted voice of governance, building the capability of a community of leaders for the benefit of society.
Commonwealth Climate and Law Initiative
Commonwealth Climate and Law Initiative (CCLI) is a research, education and outreach project focused within four Commonwealth countries: Australia, Canada, South Africa and the United Kingdom. It examines the legal basis and obligations that directors and trustees have in response to climate change risk.