Jane Firth and Rachel Slattery consultants from Odgers Berndtson published new insights. The importance of the board in establishing culture and purpose has been reinforced by the emphasis on environment, social and governance (ESG) factors. The “S” in ESG, which encompasses aspects such as diversity, equity and inclusion, has received particular attention. There is now a leaning for more organizations to respond to social issues, which extends to their board culture - these expectations are continually evolving, particularly in response to societal and generational shifts. Younger generations are demanding greater transparency and accountability from organizations on issues such as environmental, sustainability and ethical governance. Meeting these expectations requires boards to be agile and responsive, continuously assessing and adapting their culture to align with changing societal demands. Read the full article Connect with Odgers Berndtson

At two recent Andrews Partnership roundtables in Hong Kong and Singapore, heads of sustainability gathered to examine how ESG leadership is evolving. Against a backdrop of tightening regulations, political pushback and decreasing board enthusiasm, participants surfaced practical strategies that will shape hiring, governance and investment decisions. Sustainability is the overarching goal, while ESG is the toolkit used to measure progress toward that goal. Read the full article Connect with Andrews Partnership