In today’s volatile global landscape, boards of directors must step beyond traditional oversight and become active participants in shaping strategic direction. As tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and shifting trade policies create ongoing uncertainty, companies are increasingly looking to their boards for guidance. Directors are expected to help organizations anticipate disruption, assess risks in real time, and stay agile amid rapid change—all while maintaining long-term focus.

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This evolving role requires boards to deepen their engagement with management, challenge assumptions, and ensure that risk and opportunity are viewed through a global, forward-looking lens. Rather than reacting to crises, the most effective boards are building processes to foster resilience, scenario planning, and informed decision-making. As the business environment grows more complex, strategic governance is no longer optional—it’s essential.

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Snežana Gebauer

Snežana Gebauer, a partner with StoneTurn, has 20 years of experience in managing complex international investigations for major law firms, Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies and sovereign nations.  She frequently […]

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