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Festival of Governance

We celebrated GUBERNA’s 30th anniversary together during the memorable Festival of Good Governance on 27 November 2025 at the iconic Flagey in Brussels.
The event offered keynotes, interactive sessions, and insights on important governance topics.

Discover all the highlights of the event. Read the articles, watch the aftermovie and photos, and much more.

 
 
Relive the Festival of Governance.
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30 Years of Governance - Highlighted Articles

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    GUBERNA Academic Hub

    Good governance is the heartbeat of future-proof organisations, surpassing theoretical frameworks. We are therefore proud to launch the GUBERNA Academic Hub: a space where cutting-edge research meets boardroom reality. Each year, GUBERNA will initiate multiple joint projects with leading academics addressing pressing governance questions, resulting in scientific studies, white papers, and concrete recommendations for our members.

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Pascale Van Damme
GUBERNA contributes to my knowledge network, allowing me to consider other perspectives and experiences in the challenges I face as a director. And I meet fascinating people with whom I share the passion to help organisations grow in a sustainable way.
Pascale Van Damme
CEO Cordeel Group

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Articles and publications

Re-designing Corporate Governance to Promote Innovation

This paper argues that mainstream corporate governance recommendations and best practices do not necessarily serve the interest of innovative enterprises. This is hardly surprising given that the main consideration underpinning corporate governance (at least at listed companies) is how to “protect” the interests of minority shareholders rather than determining how to build an innovative company. 

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Guide to Directors’ Duties and Liabilities

Regulatory and political scrutiny of boards has led to an increase in the risks and potential liabilities faced by individual directors. The impact of this new environment is also felt in the rising number of directors’ and officers’ (D&O) insurance claims. The Report helps board members understand the extent of their liabilities in this complex and increasingly challenging new world.

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