Victor Arias: "Boards Are Looking For Strong Core Values: Integrity, Ethics, Leadership and Judgment."

Victor Arias: "Boards Are Looking For Strong Core Values: Integrity, Ethics, Leadership and Judgment."

Author: Evan Epstein September 18, 2023 Duration: 51:08
In this episode, Victor Arias from Diversified Search Group shares his extensive experience in board recruitment and governance. He discusses the differences between executive search and board search, the economics of search firms, and the importance of board composition and continuous improvement. Victor emphasizes the need for Latino representation on corporate boards and provides advice for individuals interested in board positions.

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