Board practices

Governance news bites – 27 June

A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. 

• Cyber security
• Transparency

Steering clear of storms: Hard lessons for New Zealand boards

Good governance isn’t just structure – it’s vigilance, swift adaptability and tough capital calls in uncertain economic waters.

• Board evaluation

IMHO: What directors need to unlearn

Letting go of operational habits, embracing discomfort and building reflective practice can support a successful shift into governance.

What I’m reading – Stefan Speller

Director Stefan Speller shares why Patrick Lencioni’s leadership fable remains a go-to read for navigating dysfunction at the board table.

• Board dynamics
• What I'm Reading

Why inclusion belongs in the boardroom

Pride Month is a reminder that LGBTQIA+ inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good governance.

• Leadership

Cultivating courage: Psychological safety in the boardroom

Do you feel safe enough to be brave?

• Diversity

Time to recognise the invisible asset

One million Kiwis volunteer each year – yet many boards still don’t quantify or track their contribution. That needs to change.

• Not for profits

AI in the boardroom: balancing efficiency with prudence

Directors who rely on AI outputs without proper oversight risk exposing themselves to personal liability.

• AI
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