Purpose This paper investigates the impact of board gender diversity on the readability of
the annual reports of family-controlled public companies. Design/methodology/approach …

Purpose This study aims to analyse trust and distrust as specific board processes between
the board chair and chief executive officer (CEO) aimed at reducing corporate governance …

Purpose Researchers have found it difficult to gain access to board members to collect
credible data. Acquiring such insights, however, is becoming increasingly important in view …

Purpose In heavy industries like mining, where safety is paramount, organisations need a
well-functioning system of accountability. Yet to whom employees perceive they are …

This chapter examines the board of directors' governance and accountability role. Corporate
reporting is traditionally viewed as a corporate governance mechanism, providing …

Accountability is of global concern and is critical for the success of individuals and
organisations. Yet little is still known or understood about this continually expanding, highly …

This open access book empirically analyses the competences (input), moderators (process),
and disclosure (output) of board chair succession practices for publicly listed organisations …

In a post-Covid 19 business environment, the strategic endeavours of senior leaders in
organisations to harness team collaboration benefits have been accelerated. The business …