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For 37 years, Spencer Stuart’s annual U.S. Board Index survey has shed light on governance practices among leading public corporations. This year’s index highlights important issues such as board composition, leadership and diversity. In this episode, Julie Daum, North American Board Practice Leader for Spencer Stuart, discusses key takeaways from the survey, including progress reports on women’s representation and board refreshment methods. What progress have boards made in adding under-represented groups to their boards? Why have traditional board refreshment methods not been very successful?

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Every year Spencer Stuart conducts a survey of Nominating & Governance (Nom/Gov) Chairs at large- and mid-cap companies to understand their agendas and priorities for the year ahead. What board recruitment trends have emerged from 2022? In this episode, Kathleen Tamayo, Spencer Stuart’s Head of Board Practice Operations for North America, reviews the findings from their 2022 survey and draws implications for boards on the topic of talent and recruitment. What is the top priority for Nom/Gov Chairs in the coming year? What skills have Nom/Gov Chairs prioritized in their recruitment efforts?

With the impact of the pandemic subsiding, companies are revisiting board and executive pay packages — many of which were altered throughout Covid-19. What trends have compensation experts observed when it comes to director pay? In this episode, Chris Havey, Partner with Meridian Compensation Partners, looks at both the current state of board pay and the months ahead. What trends is Havey observing in director pay? How does Havey advise companies to determine fair compensation for board performance and oversight?

With a long track record in corporate boardrooms and C-suites, Harvard professor Bill George now reflects on leadership challenges in the modern era. In his new book, "True North: Emerging Leader Edition," George examines concepts of "authentic leadership" amid today's business landscape and all its complexities. In this episode, George, who is the Former CEO of Medtronics and previously served as a board member with Target, Goldman Sachs, ExxonMobil, Novartis & Mayo Clinic, extends these leadership lessons to the board and C-suite. How has the relationship between the board and management changed over the years — and how will it continue to change in the future? What advice does George have for board members and executives on building a sustainable enterprise?

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