In the Margins

Firms say diversity is key, but do they achieve it?

September 15, 2017

By Bloomberg

Typically, large companies say gender and racial diversity are key factors in picking a new director. However, less than half will show whether they are succeeding in obtaining that diversity. About 45% of companies disclose the gender of directors and about 40% reveal the race or ethnicity, according to analysis of the regulatory filings by Equilar. Read the original story from Bloomberg.

 

 

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