ICGN Announces New Senior Policy Managers: Carol Nolan Drake and Robert Walker

The International Corporate Governance Network (ICGN), announced the appointment of Carol Nolan Drake and Robert Walker as Senior Policy Managers to join the ICGN Team.

The appointments bolster ICGN’s policy work centred around the ICGN Global Governance Principles and ICGN Global Stewardship Principles, supported by five policy committees. ICGN is an influential advocate for governance and stewardship reforms around the world and Members often default to the ICGN Principles in voting policies and company engagements. ICGN’s policy efforts include regulatory engagement, responses to public consultations and the issuance of guidance and reports.

In making the appointments, Kerrie Waring, ICGN CEO, said:

“We are delighted to welcome Carol and Bob to the ICGN Team, both of whom bring a wealth of experience and deep knowledge of governance, stewardship and sustainability. Last year, ICGN Members committed to strengthening ICGN’s funding model and we are pleased to invest in bolstering our policy and advocacy efforts. This enables ICGN to have greater impact on priority governance issues and in markets of most importance to our members in our collective efforts to preserve and enhance long term corporate value, ultimately contributing to healthy and sustainable economies, societies, and the environment.”

On confirmation of her appointment Ms Nolan Drake said:

“It is truly an honour to become part of the ICGN team and join Robert in our new roles. I look forward to working closely with the Secretariat’s office, the Board of Governors and members of ICGN on these important global policy, governance and stewardship matters.”

On confirmation of his appointment Mr Walker said:

“Today’s capital markets face systemic risks impacting society the environment and the global economy which are numerous complex and daunting. But they also serve as launching pads for innovation, development and new investment opportunities. I’m extremely pleased to work with ICGN’s members to help define these challenges and advance the responses necessary for mitigating risk and building long-term sustainable value around the world.”