Ralph Ward

Michigan, Okemos

Publisher at Boardroom Insider Newsletter

Editor of Boardroom INSIDER, business writer, governance trainer, author of "Board Seeker" & 5 more books, traveler, curmudgeon. @corpgov @governance

Articles

Article: Steer the board committee processes right

Dec 2, 2024 | peoplematters.in | M Muneer |Ralph Ward

LeadershipWhile great leadership sets the tone, the true engine of a board’s effectiveness lies in its committees, whose inner workings are vital to operational excellence yet are frequently sidelined in evaluations and governance reform efforts. Strong governance doesn’t happen by accident; it’s built meticulously, and committees are the unsung heroes of this effort.
Article: The evolving role of boards: How much strategy is enough?

Oct 17, 2024 | peoplematters.in | M Muneer |Ralph Ward

LeadershipAs industries evolve, so must corporate boards. We examine how to balance board involvement in strategy amidst rising market complexities and stakeholder demands. No doubt, the role of corporate boards has shifted significantly. Traditionally seen as supervisory bodies that focused on governance and compliance, boards now play an integral part in shaping the strategic direction of companies.
Ralph Ward on LinkedIn: A 'FANTASY BOARDROOM" LEAGUE?

Oct 9, 2024 | linkedin.com | Ralph Ward

Ralph Ward’s Post Global boardroom speaker and trainer. Boardroom INSIDER.com publisher, governance thought leader, consultant and author, board member. 6h A 'FANTASY BOARDROOM" LEAGUE?
Startups, get your board deck ready; it can serve as a critical communication tool

Sep 7, 2024 | economictimes.indiatimes.com | M Muneer |Ralph Ward

• Start with a clear agenda: Outline the key points that need to be covered, focusing on the most important issues. This will help keep the meeting on track and ensure coverage of critical issues. • Use graphics wisely: Visual aids can be incredibly effective in communicating complex data, but they should be used sparingly and with purpose. Ensure that every chart or graph adds value to the discussion.
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Jun 14, 2024 | thewire.in | M. Muneer |Ralph Ward

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Trends in Veteran hospitalizations and associated readmissions and emergency department visits during the MISSION Act era

Jun 1, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Ralph Ward |Ahmed Mohamed |R. Neal Axon |Charlene Pope

Supporting Information Filename Description hesr14332-sup-0001-Supinfo.docxWord 2007 document , 104.2 KB Data S1. Supporting information. REFERENCES 1 113th US Congress. Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014. August 7, 2014. Accessed July 5, 2023. http://www.congress.gov/bill/113th-congress/house-bill/3230 2 115th US Congress. VA MISSION Act of 2018. June 6, 2018. Accessed July 5, 2023.
Time to launch a board tech committee?

May 13, 2024 | khaleejtimes.com | M Muneer |Ralph Ward

When cyber attacks disrupted such reputed enterprises as Equifax, Marriott, Best Buy, and Yum! (KFC/Taco Bell parent), and the like, we had proposed constituting a dedicated board cyber security committee. While this was a useful governance approach, the many facets of technology overall have become so crucial to business today that a comprehensive technology committee may be a wiser approach.
Do you have a 'board code of conduct?'

Apr 8, 2024 | khaleejtimes.com | M Muneer |Ralph Ward

In the wake of unfolding electoral bonds and government corruption saga in India, and the lies the chairman of its largest bank paraded in the Supreme Court, a big question arises: Do enterprise boards have a code of conduct in place. Board and committee charters...
Five Tips to Prompt Board Discussion

Mar 11, 2024 | linkedin.com | Ralph Ward

(Condensed from the March Boardroom INSIDER...) What item on the board meeting agenda leaves you feeling most fulfilled, and that you made a difference at the meeting? This won’t be reviewing financials, that long PowerPoint presentation, or approving committee reports.
Network smartly for clinching that board seat

Jan 15, 2024 | khaleejtimes.com | M Muneer |Ralph Ward

For board wannabes everywhere, not just in the GCC, our one piece of advice is universally applicable – network more. Despite an increase in the number of board searches handled by executive search firms, the great majority of board offers still result from personal who-knows-who contacts.