Why is diversity still so lacking in boardrooms?
Why is diversity still so lacking in boardrooms?
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Most companies now enforce diverse to-do lists, yet white males still dominate the average boardroom. A veteran chairman of many top-line companies, Martin Gilbert shares his three-decades-long experiences and highlights the importance of diversity in boardrooms.
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Why diversity matters
A board that is formed by people who see the same thing and think the same way is not what you need. You need dynamic and different views.
Diversity strategies
Is it so simple as shareholders telling the board to have more diversity? According to Gilbert, it is. In fact, the majority of DEI issues stem from senior management positions below the boardroom level.
The first one is the hardest
From the management level up to the boardroom, companies need to have a diverse supply of candidates as opposed to overreliance on the same people.
You may find it hardest to get your first boardroom role, but once you do that, you will be more likely to be assigned to other companies' boards as well.
Advice from a veteran
Try to find any opportunities, such as charities or government organisations, and use your network to get you on board.
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