Citation:
Andrew Kakabadse, Nada Kakabse, David Pumphrey and Andrew Myers. A study of the role, contribution and performance of Australian board directors. Cranfield University School of Management
Abstract:
There is general consensus that Chairmen are trustworthy individuals of integrity. The openness and
mutual respect in their relationships with CEOs and MDs is ranked highly by all Board members and
their commitment to organisational goals is valued.
Nevertheless, there is a perception, particularly among Deputy Chairmen, that Chairmen seek
insufficient feedback on their own performance. Similarly, Deputy Chairmen see Chairmen as being illdisciplined,
suggesting that there is room for improvement around the area of internal governance.
