Prepare a 3 to 5 paragraph briefing statement that can be used to answer the above question. Your audience will be senior leaders who provide expert advice and opinion to the governance board in their respective companies.

Post your briefing statement as a reply to this topic. Provide in-text citations and references for 3 or more authoritative sources. Put the reference list at the end of your posting. See the Week 1 discussion topic for additional requirements for weekly discussion participation.

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