August 20, 2008
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Summary of Proceedings: Summit on the Future of the Corporation

Date: 02-12-2008
Type: research
Categories: CSR - General / Research, Reports & Publications
Source: Corporation 20/20
New Principles for Corporate Design

1. The purpose of the corporation is to harness private interests to serve the public interest.

2. Corporations shall accrue fair returns for shareholders, but not at the expense of the legitimate interests of other stakeholders.

3. Corporations shall operate sustainably, meeting the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.

4. Corporations shall distribute their wealth equitably among those who contribute to wealth creation.

5. Corporations shall be governed in a manner that is participatory, transparent, ethical, and accountable.

6. Corporations shall not infringe on the right of natural persons to govern themselves, nor infringe on other universal human rights.
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