The impact of diversity on boards
Despite increasing the importance of diversity on corporate boards, there is still a small number of non-white and female directors on top public company boards. But that is changing, and more and directors from groups that are underrepresented are finding their way onto company boards.
A diverse board is more innovative
A diverse and large home group of directors can be a powerful catalyst for innovation in the boardroom. It can encourage everyone to be more creative and open-minded, which results in higher employee satisfaction and improved performance.
A board that is more diverse is also able to access a an array of industry and business connections that can help them find new opportunities. They can better understand their prospects and customers, which can assist them in solving more strategic problems.
Additionally, they are more likely to see the benefits in investing in minority shareholders.
More diverse directors are also more aware of sexual harassment and other workplace issues.
This can be beneficial to the company’s culture and reputation and make it more welcoming for employees.
They are also more likely to be able incorporate their professional knowledge into the company’s strategy or operations.
They can assist companies in becoming more relevant and create an impact on the world. These results could lead to an increase in the value of a company’s shares.