Private equity firms taking numerous companies private narrowed the playing field in Aethos Consulting Group™’s study of corporate governance in the lodging industry. Interestingly, many of those same PE firms... read more →
Casino Journal and Aethos Consulting Group™ have been evaluating corporate governance practices for over a decade. This annual study closely examines board makeup, independence, committee structure and executive pay-for-performance in... read more →
In a CG Newsletter two years ago, I discussed the relationship between corporate governance and financial performance in the hospitality industry. By comparing a company's stock appreciation, growth in earnings... read more →
If the role of the board is to promote the best interests of a company, then the role of the nominating/governance committee is absolutely critical. The quality and commitment of... read more →
Upon hearing the words "Chairman and CEO" you most likely would have thought you were meeting one individual. The role of Chairman had almost become a birthright of the Chief... read more →
The financial crisis, and the ensuing economic downturn, has illustrated the impact the business world can have on the daily lives of ordinary people. Whether it be a bank going... read more →
Board directors have been looking forward to a break with 2010 seen as a transitional year and the beginnings of an economic turnaround. The industry continued to make some performance... read more →
Last year, the trend towards private equity was the hot topic in the hotel industry. This year the focus is on the economy. The hospitality industry has undoubtedly been affected... read more →
The 9th annual study of board practices and performance in the lodging industry determined that Starwood Hotels was the best in market. This marks the second time that Starwood has... read more →
The 8th annual study of board practices and performance in the lodging industry determined that Four Seasons was the best in market. It was the second time Four Seasons topped... read more →