An interview with Sir John Parker, Chairman, National Grid
Abstract
Purpose
This article aims to capture latest thinking from an internationally renowned practitioner on the themes of Chairmanship, purpose of the board and governance.
Design/methodology/approach
The author used two methods to complete the article – semi‐structured interview and qualitative methodology
Findings
Critical is the role of Chairman and leading the board. Beyond governance is establishing high quality, resilient and open relationships amongst board members, so that strategic risk and vulnerability issues can be effetively addressed.
Research limitations/implications
The focus was based on one interview only, generalisation is limited.
Practical implications
Provides an insightful view on how a world class Chairman structures and actions his role.
Originality/value
This is a critical original interview emphasising best practice Chairmanship.
Keywords
Citation
Kakabadse, A. (2007), "An interview with Sir John Parker, Chairman, National Grid", Journal of Management Development, Vol. 26 No. 4, pp. 381-388. https://doi.org/10.1108/02621710710740129
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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