Startup Terms Glossary
What is Corporate Governance?
Corporate governance is the rules startups enact to manage, operate, and direct the business. The board of directors are generally responsible for a startup’s corporate governance. It is an area that may encompass social responsibility, business strategies, employee compensation, risk management, and business ethics.
Corporate Governance Examples
Examples of corporate governance principles include:
- Example 1. Accountability
- Example 2. Transparency
- Example 3. Fairness
- Example 4. Integrity
- Example 5. Responsibility
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