Board Governance Trends

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2018 U.S. Spencer Stuart Board Index

Now in its 33rd year, the U.S. Spencer Stuart Board Index examines the latest data and trends in board composition, board governance practices and director compensation among S&P 500 companies.

Boards Around the World

An interactive exploration of how boards around the world compare in terms of diversity, composition, compensation and more.

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2018 UK Spencer Stuart Board Index

The latest data and trends in board composition, committee structure and director remuneration at the top 150 FTSE companies.

2018 U.S. Technology Spencer Stuart Board Index

An in-depth look at board practices and composition, director compensation and other information from top 200 U.S. tech companies.

Der Spencer Stuart Board Index Deutschland 2018

Der aktuelle Board Index Deutschland analysiert Trends in Aufsichtsräten und Vorständen von 70 börsennotierten Unternehmen. Neu hinzugekommen sind einige aus der Digital-Wirtschaft.

2018 Brasil Spencer Stuart Board Index

The fourth issue of the Brazil Board Index includes governance data from 176 companies listed in three segments of the Exchange BM&FBOVESPA and provides a broad view into the governance practices of boards of directors in Brazil.

The Digital Dilemma

How should boards keep pace with technology trends? Hiring a ‘digital director’ is not the only answer.

A smooth transition: How to onboard the next generation of board talent

In light of a rapidly changing business landscape, we look at new director trends and provide tips on how boards can onboard an increasingly young and diverse new generation of board members.

The Road to Strategic Board Succession

Approaches to board succession planning fall along a spectrum from highly reactive to strategic. How can boards move up the continuum to be more strategic?

Board Indexes Around the World

Explore the latest developments in board composition, governance practices and director compensation among the leading public companies included in our Board Indexes.

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What does good governance look like?

Best Practices for Director Recruitment

To ensure they have the skills and experience needed for the range of governance and strategic issues they face, boards should embrace a set of best practices for director recruitment.

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The Five Most Common New Director Questions

Directors from around the world share what they learned from their first board experience.

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Getting a Seat at the Table

Interested in serving on a board? We offer guidance for increasing the chances of being considered for board opportunities.

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