Board Leadership and Governance through COVID 19

Without a doubt, the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting organisations. So, in these unsettling times, what should board members be focusing on and how should

organisational leadership respond to the crises as it unfolds, and prepare for the “New normal”?

Not many boards of directors' public or private sector had a playbook for managing the magnitude of the COVID 19 crisis, even fewer have a clear perspective

on when and how their organisation's will emerge from the situation the coronavirus pandemic has forced them to enter.

Board members, CEOs and leaders of businesses have a crucial role to play in helping the world get through the COVID 19 crises, and the decisions they are

taking today. The board acts as the ultimate stewardship body of the organisation both guiding and supporting management in decisions around the fight for

survival but also ensuring the organisation positions itself to emerge from the crisis stronger and more resilient. What is essential is board discipline, a cool head,

detachment and good judgment under their guidance and leadership.

For boards of directors, a good response is likely to be rooted in a deep understanding of the role of the board— knowing when to step in and when not to,

and how and when to engage in external activity—such as communicating with stakeholders, regulators, and others.

• Applying Corporate Governance Principles during COVID 19
• Determining the Role of the Board in Developing Risk-Management Capabilities
• Highlighting Major Challenges when Appointing a Board
• Managing Underperforming Boards
• Implementing Effective Rewards and Remuneration of a Board and Executive Team
• Applying Corporate Governance Principles
• Creating a Monitoring and Evaluation Framework
• Measuring Organisational Risk through an Internal Auditing Model