Perth Directors’ Briefing: The Great Governance Debate

Our debaters will argue:   

1. Balancing Act: The Role of Short-Term and Long-Term Incentives in Executive Compensation 
   Should companies do away with short-term incentives and only have long-term incentives? Explore the impact of short-term and long-term incentives on executive behaviour and corporate performance. What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of each approach, considering factors such as risk-taking, innovation, and shareholder value. 
   
   
2. Noses In Hands Out – Should board members be expected to have strong operational knowledge and understanding of the organisations they serve? 
   Discussing the optimal level of board involvement in operational matters. This debate will delve into the balance between strategic oversight and operational details, the impact of industry trends and company size, and the potential risks and rewards of different approaches.
   
   
3. Cybersecurity: A Boardroom Imperative or a Tick-Box Exercise? 
   Should a prudent board ensure they include a director with cyber, IT or data management experience? Examining the critical role of cybersecurity in modern boardrooms. Our experts will discuss the importance of board-level oversight, the need for specialised expertise, and the potential liability associated with cyber breaches.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers and colleagues and will also decide on the winning team for each debate topic.