This book explores the concept of diversity within corporate governance, specifically focusing on its impact on economic value creation. It examines the diversity found in corporate boards through various lenses including gender, ethnicity, and age, and how these factors influence decision-making, resource access, and company performance. The work also delves into theoretical models such as resource dependency theory, agency theory, and stakeholder theory to understand the dynamics of board diversity. It presents empirical analyses based on a sample of Italian companies to assess the influence of board diversity on corporate performance, employing statistical and econometric methods. The book is intended for scholars, researchers, and practitioners in the fields of management, corporate governance, and organizational behavior. |