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Introduction

In: Women Directors

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  • Paola Profeta

    (Università Bocconi)

  • Livia Amidani Aliberti
  • Alessandra Casarico

    (Università Bocconi)

  • Marilisa D’Amico

    (State University of Milan)

  • Anna Puccio

    (Accenture Italian Foundation)

Abstract

A law recently passed in Italy mandates the temporary increased representation of females on boards of publicly listed and state-owned companies in Italy. The law requires that these boards have at least 33% male and female genders respectively, and sets a target of 20% for the first of the three mandates during which the law will remain in force. In the event of non-compliance, a progressive warning system with monetary fines culminates in the eventual dissolution of the board. While traditionally a poor performer on issues of gender equality, this new law has the potential to make Italy ‘best in class’.

Suggested Citation

  • Paola Profeta & Livia Amidani Aliberti & Alessandra Casarico & Marilisa D’Amico & Anna Puccio, 2014. "Introduction," Palgrave Macmillan Books, in: Women Directors, pages 1-10, Palgrave Macmillan.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:palchp:978-1-137-42748-9_1
    DOI: 10.1057/9781137427489_1
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