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Diligent's Ask a Director Series (5-part)

Originally published April 2020

Diligent Institute convened a virtual panel of experienced directors from different sectors, geographies, and operational experiences to share their insights on modern governance practices during the COVID-19 crisis. The result is a five-part series providing a compilation of the panel's responses to a series of questions, along with suggestions for corporate boards based on their feedback.

Part 1: How Does Corporate Governance Change in a Crisis?

Part 2: How Should Management and Board Updates Be Handled During the Crisis?

Part 3: What Is the Right Role for Directors During the Crisis?

Part 4: What Are the Best Practices for Virtual Board Meetings?

Part 5: What Corporate Responses to COVID-19 Made Directors Proud?

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