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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

Finance Industry Groups
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.
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Women on boards and the human capital connection

MSCI Inc.
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.
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1 March 2018

Australian Institute of Company Directors

Other Industry / Sector Specific Groups & Sponsored Organisations
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.
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Commonwealth Climate and Law Initiative

Other Industry / Sector Specific Groups & Sponsored Organisations
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.
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