Thought Leadership
Ignore the Headlines: ESG is Important
Contrary to recent headlines ESG is not dead, it doesn’t need unbundling into its constituent parts, nor refocused around just the ‘E’. If anything, companies should be doubling down on their commitments to all three aspects given how interrelated they are.
read moreNew Roles for the Board: Communications and Corporate Reputation
COVID-19 has brought into sharp relief the expanded role that Boards of Directors can take to support management and add value to the organisation in difficult times. Communication with stakeholders is one way in which Boards can augment the work of management.
read moreDon’t Neglect The ‘G’, It’s Cool Too
The ‘G’ in ESG has been attracting more attention of late, with the argument being that companies with strong governance principles can more easily attract capital as they seek to weather the pandemic.
read moreBalancing long-term and short-term priorities; it’s never easy for SMEs especially in a pandemic
Small- and medium-size business are the backbone of economies, accounting for the majority of businesses worldwide and employing half of the global workforce. Yet SMEs have also been the hardest hit by the pandemic as reduced revenues coupled with limited liquidity have forced many to make tough decisions about where they focus their time and money.
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Global Pandemic Puts Purpose to the Test
The global pandemic has pushed businesses to the limit and many that survive will be fundamentally transformed by the experience. Throughout this crisis, companies have been under an intense microscope with greater scrutiny placed on the social impact of corporate activity.
read moreA Path to the Top Table: Defining the Future, Now
Many businesses are changing how they operate, calling for a reappraisal of director skills and profiles. Will this help more comms leaders get a seat on the board? This articlewas originally written for the Institute of Public Relations Association.
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