What Directors Should Know About International Board Service

These are the key governance differences directors should know when considering expanding their portfolios abroad.

Business transcends borders. Whether negotiating a deal in New York, São Paulo, or Zurich, the fundamentals remain the same: building relationships, creating value, and managing risk. But the legal frameworks governing corporate oversight vary dramatically from country to country.

For directors in the United States considering international board service, these variations create governance expectations that can surprise even experienced leaders. One key source of difference lies in ...