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# Nominating and Governance Committee Chair Priorities: 2026 and Beyond

Spencer Stuart's annual survey finds board composition and succession planning remain the top committee priorities, with CEO succession rising sharply on the agenda. Yet many committee chairs still spend limited annual hours on succession, exposing a gap between awareness and action. Useful for SEA boards strengthening committee effectiveness and nomination discipline.

Sources

Spencer Stuart (https://www.spencerstuart.com/research-and-insight/nominating-governance-chair-survey)

Topic: Boardroom Performance: https://lyoenandpartners.com/insights/topic/boardroom-performance

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