Challenges for Corporate Board Members in 2022

 

 

Company boards have always faced challenges as they fulfill their somewhat constant missions.
However, the specific fulfillment of those missions varies with the circumstances, and today’s circumstances are nothing short of extraordinary. From the coronavirus crisis to rapid societal changes, from the increasing importance of ESG considerations to cybersecurity threats, and from geopolitical uncertainty to the slowdown of globalization, how are company boards adapting?

1st KPMG Accounting Research Symposium

The Symposium, to be held on November 30th in Paris, is designed for accounting researchers, accounting professionals and auditors who desire an update on selected current research development in the areas of corporate governance, financial reporting and auditing. The program also will discuss other important topics impacting the responsibilities of the audience.

KPMG Accounting Research Symposium to explore the influence of women, conservatism and owner liability on financial reporting

THE PRESENTERS OF THE 1ST KPMG ACCOUNTING RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM TO BE HELD NOVEMBER 30TH AT ESCP (PARIS RÉPUBLIQUE CAMPUS), AMONG WHICH SEVERAL ESCP PROFESSORS, WILL ADDRESS THE INFLUENCE OF WOMEN AND OWNER LIABILITY ON FINANCIAL REPORTING, AS WELL AS THE EFFECT OF ACCOUNTING CONSERVATISM ON CSR AND DEBT COVENANT INTENSITY.

 

Managing transnational groups: A director's role and skills in the global arena

‘Managing Transnational Groups’ symposium.

Geopolitical and regulatory risks have become top concerns for global boards.

In addition, the meltdowns over the past years have increasingly sent a message to directors: you must become active and engage in quality growth strategies. Global risk is complex, to say the least. And the complexity of it is underlined by key local liabilities and protections.

The chair becomes Professorship

The birth of KPMG Professorship in "International Corporate Governance"

KPMG is among ESCP’s pioneering and emblematic partners. As reiterated by Patrick Gounelle, KPMG was the first company to sign a Chair with ESCP. It is also the first to set up a Professorship.