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Speaking Out on Governance presents a range of viewpoints concerning the true role of the board of directors from a variety of perspectives using interviews of important and well-known experts who are members of boards of directors or who are in positions to influence them, including board chairmen, members, corporate attorneys, advisory council members, regulators, and activists. It provides the reader with a deep understanding of the vitally important but mostly misunderstood role played by the board. Deborah Hicks Midanek discusses perspectives regarding what directors of businesses actually do and should do; the true motivations and concerns of the various parties seeking to influence corporate behavior; legal issues surrounding the board; and the key similarities and differences of opinion that may help improve effectiveness of all parties and increase board and director effectiveness. This book is essential reading for corporate directors and would-be directors, senior managers, attorneys and consultants.

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Foreword

Introduction: What is the Governance Revolution?

Part I: The Investors

Part II: The Legislators

Part III: The Regulators

Part IV: The Legal System

Part V: Academia

Part VI: The Media

Part VII: The Company

Conclusion: Distilling the Themes and Variations

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Deborah Hicks Midanek, Principal, Prevail Investments, LLC; Vice Chairman & Independent Director, Innovate MS

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