Verwaltungsrats-Sitzungen Grundlegung und Sitzungstechnik
The meetings of the Board of Directors (BoD) are the decisive place for the formation of the will of a stock corporation. It is here that the resolutions that will determine the future of the company are made, and it is monitored whether these are implemented. In this book, the author, who serves as chairman and member of the board of directors of well-known companies, provides tried-and-tested recommendations on how board meetings should be effectively prepared, conducted, and followed up. An easy-to-read guide for practitioners that helps to significantly improve the quality and efficiency of board work.
Board ViewsFrom Corporate Governance of Sustainability to Sustainable Corporate Governance
What is the best way to integrate sustainability into the corporate governance framework? Boards of directors have chosen two distinct paths: the functional way, which focuses on corporate governance of sustainability, and the foundational approach, which leads to sustainable corporate governance. This article assesses the merits and limitations of both approaches and calls for a transition to sustainable governance. This requires board members to engage regularly with stakeholders and to continuously debate the underlying assumptions to further develop the governance framework as required.
Board ViewsThe Multipurpose Corporation as a Driver for Sustainable Value Creation
The nature of the debate on the role of business in society strongly suggests a cyclical nature, with constant attempts to balance different interests and perspectives. To overcome the illusion of solving this conundrum, this article proposes an alternative approach, multipurpose capitalism. It posits that companies should compete not only on their products and services, but also on their different purpose profiles. It is left to consumers, workers, and investors to decide where to shop, work, and invest. The article offers a framework and methodology to create a comprehensive ecosystem that enables this matching process and suggests ways to overcome the challenges along the way.
