7 May

This article examines fiduciary duty as the core obligation of directors, highlighting its importance for Board legitimacy, stakeholder trust and the overall quality of governance.

17 April

This article examines board succession planning as a strategic process essential to ensuring continuity, governance quality and stakeholder confidence, advocating a proactive approach that avoids improvisation and strengthens alignment between board composition and the organisation’s strategy.

11 March

This article highlights the importance of independent directors in ensuring objectivity, effective oversight and balance within the Board, strengthening decision-making quality, stakeholder confidence and long-term organisational sustainability.

5 February

In this article, we examine the importance of recruiting Board members in a strategic and structured way, aligning skills, diversity and culture with the organisation’s purpose and strategy, and avoiding informal or reactive approaches.

5 January

The article addresses six core themes shaping the effectiveness of Boards of Directors today, highlighting the importance of a strategic approach to succession, internal dynamics, investor relations and crisis preparedness. Taken together, these themes demonstrate that sustainable value creation requires Boards that are more forward-looking, rigorous and institutionally mature.

2 December

This article explores what CEOs need most from their Boards in high-pressure environments and highlights how the Board can add meaningful strategic value.

3 November

This article explores the role of the Chair as the central figure in effective governance. It examines the leadership traits that distinguish the very best Chairs, from shaping the strategic agenda to managing crises, and how these traits help transform the Board into a true engine of value and institutional trust.

9 October

In this article, we explore the role of Board Committees as fundamental pillars of effective governance. We examine their different types, functions, and responsibilities, as well as the processes of creation, composition, and evaluation.

3 September

In this article, we examine the evolving role of the Company Secretary in the boardroom, highlighting their core responsibilities in supporting governance, promoting board effectiveness, and contributing to long-term value creation.

12 August

In this article, we explore the strategic role of the Chair in driving organisational effectiveness. We examine the key responsibilities associated with the role, its importance in creating organisational value, and the behaviours that distinguish an effective Chair.

4 July

In this article, we explore the strategic value of the Board Review process: what is assessed, when it should be conducted, and the benefits it brings to organisations.

5 June

This article explores the Fit and Proper framework and how it ensures that members of the governing bodies of financial institutions act with integrity, competence and accountability.

9 May

This article explores the pillars of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance), its origin and evolution in Portugal, with practical examples, and how its implementation can enhance the performance and long-term sustainability of organisations.

28 April

Family businesses face unique challenges at the intersection of business, ownership and family relationships. This article explores the importance, benefits and key steps involved in developing a Family Protocol.

20 March

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the business landscape and Corporate Governance. This article explores the advantages and challenges of digitalising governance.

10 February

Political and social pressure to scrutinise diversity on Boards of Directors continues to intensify. This article examines the benefits, challenges and strategic importance of diversity at Board level.

7 January

In this article, we explore what Corporate Governance is, the key areas it covers, the core pillars of good governance, and the benefits it brings to organisations.

28 December

Who will lead the company in the next generation?
How can professional management be balanced with family interests?
How can the continuity of the family legacy be ensured?
How can equal treatment among family members be safeguarded? This article explores these critical questions.

20 November

What is the role of adaptive leadership, and how can organisations embed strong governance in practice? This article explores the importance of adaptive leadership and how to implement an effective governance structure.