Harvard Business Review

MAY 31, 2011

The data seem clear on David Sokol's conflict of interest in the Berkshire/Lubrizol deal. As we discuss in our April 2011 HBR article "Ethical Breakdowns" , mounting research shows that we often fail to notice others' unethical behavior if it's in our interest not to notice. Had Buffet suddenly gone over to the dark side?

Ethics 14

Ethics Conflict of Interest Credit Rating Incentives 14

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 6, 2012

In 2011, Woodford was asked to lead the Japanese maker of optical equipment, first as president (in April) then as CEO (in September). The different implications arising from hard fact and harsh opinion are illustrated by two whistleblowers who have recently published books. Goldman settled within months for $550 million.

Conflict of Interest 8

Conflict of Interest CEO Asset Management Committee 8

Strategy Driven

MARCH 11, 2011

There was a conflict of interest in alliance with Enron…not objective enough. He guides companies through growth strategies, visioning, strategic planning, executive leadership development, Futurism and Big Picture issues which profoundly affect the business climate. Copyright 2007-2011 by StrategyDriven, Inc.

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Strategic Planning Committee Golden Handcuff Media 57