Major Corporations Remove Diversity Criteria for Board Selection

American Express, Deere, and Johnson & Johnson have decided to eliminate diversity criteria in their process for selecting new board directors. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that this decision comes amid pressure from a conservative shareholder activist group. The move reflects a shift in corporate governance strategies, as companies reassess their priorities in board composition. This change has sparked discussions on the balance between diversity and other qualifications in leadership roles. The companies have yet to comment on how this decision will impact their future board selections.