The Hidden Flaws in Board Succession Planning That Undermine Diversity
Most board succession plans fail to achieve diversity outcomes, not because qualified candidates are lacking, but because the succession planning process itself has structural blind spots that reinforce homogeneity.
Blind Spot #1: Confusing Succession […]
Why Diversity Still Matters in Boardrooms
Goldman Sachs recently announced it will remove diversity criteria from its board selection process. The implied reasoning is a move back to “merit-based” selection.
Having served on corporate boards for over twenty-five years, I […]
Between now and IWD 2027, name one woman in one room where it matters
Over the past 12 months, how often have you offered mentorship to a woman, and how many times have you actively used your influence to appoint a qualified woman to a board?
Most of […]
Thoughts Inspired by World Day of Social Justice
Today’s Thursday Thoughts are inspired by World Day of Social Justice.
Most boards have adopted ESG frameworks and diversity statements. Fewer have incorporated equity mechanisms into their actual governance processes. There’s a crucial difference […]
Reflections on Gender Equality in the Boardroom
Today’s Thursday Thoughts are on Diversity Month and what it asks of us.
As we celebrate diversity this April, I want to suggest we also use it as a moment for honest reflection.
After ten […]
Bill C-59 and Governance Challenges for Directors
Bill C-59’s anti-greenwashing provisions are expected to pass in early 2026. Canada’s sustainable investment taxonomy guidelines aren’t expected until the end of 2026. That timing gap creates a real governance challenge for directors.
When […]