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Who’s on Board?

Creating a diverse board is not easy,
as the numbers clearly demonstrate.

But the companies below have found a way to do it, even in markets where the pipeline is quite small. The success stories below offer compelling insights and specific takeaways useful for any organization on this journey.

The Power of Being Intentional

Board director and former technology CEO Shellye Archambeau discusses how boards must be purposeful about diversity and inclusion to make progress.

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Seek Capabilities, Not Just Experience

Robert Hanson, EVP-President, Wine and Spirits Division at Constellation Brands, on why potential can be more important than a long CV.

Bringing Your Full Self to Work

Dow Inc. Chair and CEO Jim Fitterling shares his experience of coming out and how he promotes a diverse and inclusive corporate culture.

Building a Diverse Board Is Just the Start

HP Inc. CEO Enrique Lores on how companies must reflect the communities they serve.

International Diversity at the Core

CEO and Chair Roberto Marques explains how becoming a global company requires global perspectives.

Connect With Your Consumer

Nestlé India’s Chair Suresh Narayanan and Director Dr. Swati Piramal explain the importance of boards reflecting their customer base.

Critical Mass Leads to Better Board Performance

Royal Bank of Canada Chair Kathleen Taylor shares how a minimum of three diverse directors changes the boardroom dynamic.

One Diverse Director Is Only the First Step

Justine Smyth, Chair of Spark New Zealand, shares the company’s journey to gender parity on the board.

The Power of Being Intentional

Board director and former technology CEO Shellye Archambeau discusses how boards must be purposeful about diversity and inclusion to make progress.

Diversity of Age and Expertise

Zurich Insurance Group’s Chair Michel Liès discusses the need for voices from the next generation in the boardroom.

Opening Our Hearts and Minds

Former Lloyds CEO Inga Beale shares the importance of creating a safe environment to discuss sexual orientation openly.

Bringing the Essence of the Community to the Boardroom

Monica Lozano explains how understanding Latinx culture is essential to businesses today.

Diversity Is Messy—in a Good Way

Board director Nadia Shouraboura discusses how different perspectives lead to better decisions.

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For more information about this tracker or about Egon Zehnder’s board and diversity and inclusion work, please contact:

Cynthia Soledad
Co-Leader
Egon Zehnder Global Diversity,
Equity & Inclusion Council
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Pam Warren
Co-Leader
Egon Zehnder Global Diversity,
Equity & Inclusion Council
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Ashley Summerfield
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Global Board Practice
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  • Digital Leads: Luke Sherwin, Kelsey McGillis
  • Design Concept: Malvika Singh, Markus Schuler
  • Global Diversity Specialist: Katrin Sier
  • Research: Raminder Kaur, Atul Dhingra, with data from BoardEx

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