Out with the old? Ageism, tokenism and other challenges in board diversity

Mar 5, 2021

Balanced boardroom composition is a challenge in an era of diversity. Image: Benjamin Child/Unsplash

Alice Breeden

Partner and Global Lead, CEO and Board Practice, Heidrick Consulting

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