Values are fundamental to organizational culture. In the board setting, they guide behavior, decision making, and strategy.
Boards play a role in promoting core values by setting the tone right from the top and ensuring alignment with company culture. Values are foundational to accountability, trust, and high performance. Boards should ensure that strategies align with core values and that every function within the organization understands and executes these strategies effectively. Additionally, values alignment is essential when searching for board members, as it motivates engagement and helps ensure cohesion and effective governance.
