💼How do #Csuite execs think their #board is doing? From a study by The Conference Board & PwC US: Around 80% say their #directors have a good grasp of the company's strategy, but only about 30% rate their board's overall performance as excellent or good. pwc.com/us/en/services…

As an urgent #humanitarian crisis unfolds in #Ukraine, companies should not only provide short-term relief but also develop a broader strategy for a comprehensive #refugee plan and humanitarian mission. Learn more here: conference-board.org/topics/geopoli…

Join ESG Center's Paul Washington and a distinguished panel of speakers on ‘Corporate Governance: Aligning the Board with Your Social and Environmental Values’ at the Reuters Events Sustainable Business Responsible Business Conference, April 19-20 in NYC. #RBUSA. events.reutersevents.com/sustainable-bu…

Calling all #GeneralCounsel, #CorporateSecretaries, & #InvestorRelationsOfficers at public companies: Participate in a survey to provide insight on board-shareholder engagement practices. Input will inform report by The Conference Board & The Rutgers Center for Corporate Law & Governance: bit.ly/3JWZOeO

Paul Washington, Executive Director of The Conference Board ESG Center, spoke with The Economist about shareholder activism and how to satisfy the competing expectations of investors. ow.ly/T6jk50IN2HQ

In a Q&A with Entrepreneur, The Conference Board ESG Center's Executive Director Paul Washington details the unique work of the Center, the state of ESG, and what’s next in integrating best practices into how companies do business. entrepreneur.com/article/422438

What has caused companies to heighten their focus on #climatechange? Speaking with TIME, our ESG Center's Paul Washington details several watershed moments that have spurred #boards, #shareholders, and #investors to apply more heat on corporations. time.com/6166171/compan…

As the war continues, the #Ukraine relief plan must include long-term support for trapped and displaced Ukrainians. Paul Washington and Jeff Hoffman offer five concrete steps companies can take to help vulnerable Ukrainians. conference-board.org/topics/geopoli…

Is the shareholder versus stakeholder debate a false dichotomy? Speaking with Economist Impact, our #ESG Center’s Paul Washington stresses that companies can achieve social progress while delivering shareholder returns. impact.economist.com/sustainability…

The #Ukraine war is a stark reminder of the importance and fragility of the rule of law. With companies facing seizure of their Russian assets and workers fearing for their liberty and lives, there are 6 ways CEOs can start limiting their company’s risk. ow.ly/xXcU50J45GO

Many large companies are turning to their suppliers for help in spurring sustainability-led innovations. Thomas Singer emphasizes that, to remain competitive in this environment, companies must prioritize B2B #sustainability storytelling. ow.ly/5YLm50J5AQ1

The war in #Ukraine is a powerful reminder that, even as companies tackle immediate crises, they need to take a long-term and global perspective. Jeff Hoffman and Paul Washington offer suggestions for how to avoid crisis fatigue in a new piece. ow.ly/KFpg50Jcpxi

Private companies have an opportunity to be ESG leaders. Discover how companies are integrating ESG into their business strategy, ESG's impact on attracting and retaining talent, best practices to connect with consumers on sustainability, and more. ow.ly/rXxN50JjEgT

Our Paul Washington joined Frederik Otto and Helena Gudjonsdottir on The Sustainability Board to discuss how the relationship between NGOs, government, and business has changed, what makes a sustainable board, and what challenges lie ahead. Listen now: ow.ly/9Cx250JswTL

In May, the SEC issued a reminder that public companies “may have disclosure obligations” arising from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. What should companies keep in mind about required SEC disclosures, broader communications, and recent disclosure trends? ow.ly/NUhG50Jtvcs

Our new analysis reveals that both strategic & international experience on corporate boards have declined. Paul Washington makes the case for why these drops are yellow--and often, red--flags. Listen to the convo w/ Paul & TK Kerstetter' TK Kerstetter. youtube.com/watch?v=NnXvo6…

As the #UkraineWar's impact widens, CEOs are prioritizing issues that traditionally fall under the “G” (governance) in ESG. But as Paul Washington writes in CorporateBoardMember, there are benefits to focusing on these issues through a broader #ESG lens. ow.ly/G5xf50JUUwg

Just 10% of companies publicly responded to the Supreme Court's #dobbsvjackson decision on reproductive rights. But our survey also shows many are speaking out on issues including #Race, #LGBTQ+ rights, #genderequality, and #COVID. ow.ly/mIqy50K5HAm

This proxy season, support for environmental and social shareholder proposals is unexpectedly lower, despite strong support. Join us and Cleary Gottlieb for proxy season highlights and the surprising reasons why support for some proposals fell this year. ow.ly/BvBi50K7nz2

The Corporate Citizenship function has rapidly evolved in recent years. In a new suite of reports from Paul Washington and Jeff Hoffman, they explore the evolving role, relationships, and governance of #CorporateCitizenship. ow.ly/sPz050KbYpr