We examine the depth of the labor market for female directors following an exogenous
shock to demand caused by California Senate Bill 826 (SB 826). Despite a surge in female …

Does it matter who identifies and proposes a new board member? We exploit a 2003
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) disclosure rule to identify the source …

I investigate the effect of director wealth on firm value and explore potential channels
through which wealthy directors affect decision making. I find that the appointment of wealthy …

The board of directors plays a crucial role in corporate governance, serving as a vital
mechanism to oversee and guide firms towards achieving their goals. Given the importance …