13. Nicholas Benes: Corporate Governance Trailblazer for Japan Inc.
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On corporate governance, third arrow of Abenomics, making a stance on the world, BDTI, productivity and labor market efficiency, incentives for the long term, family identity.   Nicholas (“Nick”) Benes was the first person in my sphere of recognition that raised a loud and clear voice regarding the need to improve corporate governance in Japan.  He laid the groundwork that eventually led to the implementation of the corporate governance code in 2014, as a part of the “third arrow” in “Abenomics,” the growth strategy of Prime Minister Abe.  Nick talks fast and acts fast, and I believe his passion and determination are reflections of his professional and personal desire to do good for society.  He describes himself as a “monkey”… What do you think?   Nicholas Benes: Representative Director The Board Director Training Institute of Japan
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