Winner of the GOLD Nonfiction Book Award presented by the Nonfiction
Authors Association!
Speaking Out on Governance presents a range of viewpoints concerning
the role of today's corporation and its board of directors. The author
engages in candid discussion with subject matter experts including
boardmembers, corporate attorneys, academics, institutional investors,
regulators, and activists. These interviews of leading authorities in
the corporate governance arena provide the reader with unique insight
into the vitally important but often misunderstood role played by the
board.
Deborah Hicks Midanek discusses perspectives regarding what directors of
businesses actually do and should do; the true motivations and concerns
of the various parties seeking to influence corporate behavior; legal
issues surrounding the board; and the key similarities and differences
of opinion that may help improve effectiveness of all parties and
increase board and director effectiveness. This book is essential
reading for corporate directors and would-be directors, senior managers,
attorneys, consultants and anyone interested in what drives
organizational behavior.