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University President Search: Bridging Academic Vision and Operational Reality

N2Growth Blog

The ideal candidate should possess strong managerial leadership skills, the ability to bring diverse stakeholders together, and a forward-thinking mindset with which to navigate the uncertainties and opportunities that lie ahead.

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Discovering Top Talent: The University President Search Journey

N2Growth Blog

Only by defining and prioritizing the criteria for the ideal leader in light of this foundation can the search committee ensure that they are aligned in targeting candidates who have the appropriate expertise and possess the personal qualities and leadership skills that will carry the institution forward.

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Championing Diversity and Inclusion at Bank of America

HR Digest

In 2012, we began to launch Diversity Leadership Councils, starting with our Black Executive Leadership Council (BELC). In 2021 we developed a curriculum focused on driving manager capabilities, including topics like how to be an effective people manager and coach and how to champion diversity and inclusion.

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The Evolution of the Executive, C-Suite, and Boardroom

N2Growth Blog

So, how did it all look back in the ‘good ol’ days’ and how and why did it change, well; Back in the late 80’s and 90’s top leadership roles recruited for, in the boardroom and on the executive committee, would often be trigged via an ‘old boys clubs’ hire. Companies focused on diversity across many forms.

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Target’s Fall Guy: Is Your Board Prepared?

N2Growth Blog

One school of thought feels that cybersecurity is the responsibility of the entire board and another believes its rightful place is in the hands of the risk committee. But what if the board does not have a risk committee? There is also international expertise and diversity both in terms of gender and ethnicity.

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6 Actions Help ABC News Perform at the Top of Its Game

Michael Lee Stallard

Recognizing the positive effect that a strong sense of connection in a culture has on employees, ABC News senior management formed a committee to think “out of the box” about ways to show people they are appreciated, encourage them to take breaks for self-care, and offer settings for them to connect with colleagues.

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Purpose-Driven Board Leadership; What to Consider in Your Next Board Recruitment

N2Growth Blog

Board accountability is in the spotlight, and diversity in the boardroom is more than just a buzzword. Here at N2Growth, our highly experienced executive recruiting partners interview Board Directors, typically including the nominating board development committee members, the chair of the board, and the CEO.