Practical Law Journal
Board Composition, Diversity, and Refreshment
October 2018
Board composition provides the starting point for establishing a strong and effective board. Significant attention has been given to the composition of public company boards due to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) disclosure requirements and stock exchange listing rules that require independent directors to take the lead on the nomination of directors and increased disclosure of director qualifications and the nominations process.
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