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Board Foundation Announces Promising Corporate Governance Researcher Award 24

At the recent EIASM Workshop on Corporate Governance held at Trinity Business School in Dublin, Ireland, the Chair of the Board Foundation Michael Hilb honored Ryan Ferguson, a researcher from the University of Edinburgh Business School, with the Promising Corporate Governance Researcher Award 2024.

Michael Hilb, Chair of the Board Foundation, presented the award to Ferguson, commending his contributions to the field: “Ryan’s research addresses some of the most critical challenges in corporate governance today. His dedication to challenging conventional impact measurements reflects the values of this award and embodies the potential for future leaders in academia and industry alike. We are thrilled to recognize his work and support his career journey.”

This annual award recognizes emerging scholars who demonstrate exceptional promise in advancing the understanding and practices of corporate governance. Ferguson’s innovative work was selected by an esteemed panel of experts who evaluated his contributions to corporate governance research in terms of originality, academic rigor, and potential impact on the field. The Board Foundation is dedicated to promoting excellence in corporate governance research and practice. Through initiatives like the Promising Corporate Governance Researcher Award, it aims to cultivate and support the next generation of scholars who will shape the future of governance practices.