[Verse 1] The boardroom needs a balanced team tonight Mix of skills and backgrounds shining bright Gender, culture, age diversity's the key Different voices make decisions free Independence starts with who they are No family ties or business scars [Chorus] D-I-R-E-C-T, qualified and independent I-N-T-E-G-R-I-T-Y, that's what we're defending Board composition, strategic vision Independence clears conflicted decisions Three years cooling off, relationships must end On the board, independence we defend [Verse 2] Former CEO must wait their turn Three years out before they can return No substantial shareholders in the mix Ten percent or more creates conflicts Audit committee needs the cleanest slate Material relationships eliminate [Chorus] D-I-R-E-C-T, qualified and independent I-N-T-E-G-R-I-T-Y, that's what we're defending Board composition, strategic vision Independence clears conflicted decisions Three years cooling off, relationships must end On the board, independence we defend [Bridge] When conflicts arise, directors must recuse Disclosure first, then step away and excuse Professional services, family connections too Material contracts break independence through Skills matrix guides who should fill each seat Finance, strategy, making boards complete [Verse 3] Nominating committee sets the tone Searching for directors on their own Background checks and reference calls they make Due diligence for stakeholders' sake Annual assessments keep standards high Board effectiveness we can't deny [Chorus] D-I-R-E-C-T, qualified and independent I-N-T-E-G-R-I-T-Y, that's what we're defending Board composition, strategic vision Independence clears conflicted decisions Three years cooling off, relationships must end On the board, independence we defend [Outro] Strong governance starts with who you choose Independence means you cannot lose Diverse perspectives, qualified and true Board composition working for you
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