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The Policy Governance Fieldbook

Business & Money

Oliver, Caroline

Edsall, Susan

Conduff, Mike

Gabanna, Carol

Loucks, Randee

Paszkiewicz, Denise

Raso, Catherine

Stier, Linda

Management & Leadership

Jossey-Bass

Meet Joe Victor as he shares his journey of governance discovery and accomplishment and learns the 8 Indisputable Behaviors that distinguish high achieving board members from all the rest. Told through the eyes of Ivan John, a reporter for the Chamton Sunday News, Joe's recipe for governance excellent - the 8 Indisputable Behaviors - is brought to life.Based on 75 years of governance experience, Catherine Raso, Mike Conduff &amp; Carol Gabanna, partners in OnTarget Governance, share the results of their governance research in an engaging &amp; compelling fable.No matter what role you play in the governance process this book is for you.

The OnTarget Board Member: 8 Indisputable Behaviors

Conduff, Michael

RJ Communications

The OnTarget Board Member proves to be a valuable insight into governance of all stripes. Regardless of one's experience this quick read can relate a great deal in how to be an effective member of any board.

The OnTarget Board Member- 8 Indisputable Behaviors- 4th Edition

The Elim Group

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