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For Dimon and Board Leaders: Function Matters, Not Form

The latest dust-up highlights a tendency in governance to focus on symbolic form rather than real substance.

For Dimon and Board Leaders: Function Matters, Not Form

The latest dust-up highlights a tendency in governance to focus on symbolic form rather than real substance.

Name the Trade Rep, Mr. President

Obama must make this a key priority to avoid big economic costs for the US and the world.

From BP to Boeing, Supplier Safety Is the CEO’s Problem

You need to treat subcontractors as if they were part of the company — and take responsibility.

The JP Morgan "Whale" Report and the Ghosts of the Financial Crisis

Beyond the losses, the incident poses an enigma which business and government must ponder.

Why Are Some Sectors (Ahem, Finance) So Scandal-Plagued?

It’s not just a few bad apples; some entire bushels are tainted.

At Olympus and Goldman Sachs, Two Very Different Whistleblowers

Whether you’re blowing the whistle or responding to it, hard facts matter more than harsh opinions.

Citigroup: A Symbol of Board Resurgence?

Independent boards are still the best mechanism for holding business leaders accountable.

Citigroup: A Symbol of Board Resurgence?

Independent boards are still the best mechanism for holding business leaders accountable.

The Rise of the General Counsel

For global businesses, the general counsel has become a core member of the top management team.