Enhancing the Overall Diversity on Boards: Keeping Pace with Regulations and Expectations (Recording)
Wednesday, October 13, 2021, 12:00-1:30 p.m. ET
Increasingly, the diversity of boards is a key focus of regulators, investors and the media. As well, in light of a recent renewed focus on social issues, there is a strong drive to expand leadership opportunities for underrepresented communities so that corporate Canada more closely reflects the diversity of the country.
Gain the wisdom you need to ensure your clients comply with requirements and also reap the many benefits that board diversity contributes, such as better governance and enhanced financial performance. Take away practical strategies on:
- Developments in diversity: how much progress is being made?
- Acquiring the knowledge to accurately advise boards on diversity principles and metrics
- Best practices in drafting, adopting and implementing Board diversity policies and targets
- Ensuring compliance: when, how, what to disclose and to whom
- Immediate steps to foster diversity and inclusion on boards and executive teams
Speakers
Wendy Cukier, Ryerson University
Wendi A.Locke, McCarty Tetrault
Peter Simon, Spencer Stuart
Amee Sandhu, Lex Integra Professional Coporation
