Center for Fair & Alternative Trade

Colorado State University

"Voluntary corporate governance systems: Astounding growth, immanent success, and emerging challenges" Michael Conroy

Presented by Michael Conroy, Chair of the Forest Stewardship Council International Board of Directors, Chair of the Equitable Origin Standards Board of Directors, and Former Chair of the Fair Trade USA Board of Directors.

 On Thursday, October 3, Michael Conroy (Chair of the Forest Stewardship Council International Board of Directors, Chair of the Equitable Origin Standards Board of Directors, and Former Chair of the Fair Trade USA Board of Directors) presented “Voluntary corporate governance systems: Astounding growth, immanent success, and emerging challenges.” This presentation analyzed the ongoing certification revolution where private standard systems emerge to govern the practices of corporations in all sectors of the economy.

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