An Investigation into the Effect of Board Members’ Remuneration on the Performance of Public Enterprises in Namibia

Quantitative Methods ◽

Secondary Data ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Research Strategy ◽

Primary Data ◽

Board Members ◽

Public Enterprises ◽

Annual Salary ◽

The study focused on the effects of the board members’ remuneration on the performance of public enterprises in Namibia. The main objective of this study was to investigate the inter relationship between board members’ remuneration and the performance of the public enterprises in Namibia. The study used quantitative methods as a research strategy. The research study used secondary data from the Ministry of public enterprises database and primary data was gathered through structured questionnaires that were distributed to different public enterprises’ Chief executive officers in Namibia. The study focused on board members’ remuneration as representatives of the board members for each of the 97 state-owned enterprises in Namibia. The researcher used Excel to do the regression analysis. The researcher tested for correlation between a firm’s performance and annual salary and sitting allowance and miscellaneous allowance. Public enterprises are divided into four tiers. The researcher made use of the average revenue for each tier to represent the firm’s performance. A total of 75% of the respondents do not agree that there is a relationship between the board members’ remuneration and the firms’ performance, and 17% agree that there is a relationship between the board members’ remuneration and the firms’ performance. The study recommended that the MPE/Pes should implement motivational strategies to improve board members’ performance hence improving the firm’s performance.

Effect of gender diversity on the financial performance of insurance firms in Kenya

International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478) ◽

10.20525/ijrbs.v8i5.495 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 8 (5) ◽

pp. 274-285

Author(s):

Hassan Bashir Ibrahim ◽

Caren Ouma ◽

Jeremiah N. Koshal

Keyword(s):

Financial Performance ◽

Audit Committee ◽

Gender Diversity ◽

Secondary Data ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Primary Data ◽

Financial Reports ◽

Insurance Firms ◽

The aim of this study was to examine the effect of gender diversity on the financial performance of insurance firms in Kenya. The study analyzed data from the 55 insurance firms licensed by the Insurance Regularity Authority (IRA) in Kenya. Gender diversity was operationalized by the number of female directors serving on the boards of insurance firms operating in Kenya. Primary data was collected from a sample of 412 board directors, Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), Chief Finance Officers (CFOs), Audit Committee members (AUDIND) and Internal Auditorsusing a questionnaire instrument while secondary data was retrieved from audited financial reports of the year 2017. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Firm performance was measured by the two accounting-based measures Return On Assets (ROA) and Return On Equity (ROE). The findings from the regression analysis indicate that gender diversity significantly and positively affects the financial performance of insurance firms in Kenya.

Effect of Audit Committee Independence on the Financial Performance of Insurance Firms in Kenya

International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478) ◽

10.20525/ijrbs.v8i6.501 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 8 (6) ◽

pp. 15-24

Author(s):

Hassan Bashir Ibrahim ◽

Caren Ouma ◽

Jeremiah O. Koshal

Keyword(s):

Financial Performance ◽

Audit Committee ◽

Secondary Data ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Primary Data ◽

Financial Reports ◽

Internal Auditors ◽

Insurance Firms ◽

The aim of this study was to examine the effect of audit committee independence (ACI) on the financial performance of insurance firms in Kenya. The study analyzed data from the 55 insurance firms licensed by the Insurance Regularity Authority (IRA) in Kenya. ACI was operationalized by the number of independent directors serving on the boards of insurance firms operating in Kenya. Primary data was collected from a sample of 412 board directors, Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), Chief Finance Officers (CFOs), Audit Committee members (AUDIND) and Internal Auditors (INAUD) using a questionnaire instrument while secondary data was retrieved from audited financial reports of the year 2017. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Firm performance was measured by the two accounting-based measures Return On Assets (ROA) and Return On Equity (ROE). The findings from the regression analysis indicate that audit committee independence significantly and positively affects the financial performance of insurance firms in Kenya.

MODERATING EFFECT OF TOP MANAGEMENT COMMITMENT ON HUMAN RESOURCE INFORMATION SYSTEM AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE IN COMMERCIAL STATE CORPORATIONS IN KENYA

Journal of Human Resource and Leadership ◽

10.47604/jhrl.773 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 3 (3) ◽

pp. 42-55

Author(s):

Ann Gaceri Kaaria ◽

Dr. Mary Kamaara, Ph.D ◽

Dr. Joyce Nzulwa, Ph.D ◽

Dr. Kepha Ombui, Ph.D

Keyword(s):

Human Resources ◽

Organizational Performance ◽

Quantitative Methods ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Target Population ◽

Unique Contribution ◽

Market Place ◽

Policy Makers ◽

Purpose: The study sought to determine the influence of ICT capability on organizational performance in commercial state corporations in Kenya Methodology: This study adopted a census method, and used both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection. The target population of the study was chief executive officers (policy makers), directors of human resources and deputy directors of human resources of both pure and strategic commercial state corporations in Kenya. A total of 165 questionnaires were administered to chief executive officers (policy makers), directors of human resources and deputy directors of human resources in both pure and strategic commercial state corporations in Kenya. Fifty five interviews were carried out and forty eight of the respondents were interviewed. Result: The study found that ICT capability has a positive and significant effect on organizational performance of commercial state cooperation A unique contribution to theory, practice, and policy: The study recommended that organizations should place more emphasis on human centered information management in order to improve the ways in which people use and share information. The study also recommended that there should be IT education services that provide training in system use to employees and offer managers training in how to plan for and manage IT investments and IT research and development services that provide the firm with research on potential future IT projects and investments that could help the firm differentiate itself in the market place.

Fintech – stick or carrot – in innovating and transforming a financial ecosystem: toward a typology of comfort zoning

foresight ◽

10.1108/fs-02-2021-0052 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Author(s):

Romeo V. Turcan ◽

Bernadett Deák

Keyword(s):

Grounded Theory ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Primary Data ◽

Content Type ◽

News Reports ◽

Running Records ◽

Executive Officers ◽

Start Ups ◽

The Relationship

Purpose Fintech is an “untilled field” in which the relation between Fintechs and incumbents is yet to be understood. This paper aims to explore this relationship and advance its theoretical and practical understanding. It further contributes toward Fintech paradigm and research domain emergence that both to date remain yet elusive. Design/methodology/approach This paper adopted a multiple-case study strategy for the purpose of theory building. Seven players from the Fintech ecosystem in Quebec (Canada) were selected, representing financial institutions, Fintech start-ups and Quebec’s financial cluster. Primary data was collected via in-depth interviews with ten respondents at the level of vice presidents, Managers, directors, chief executive officers and founders, and unobtrusive data – in the form of running records, mass-media news reports, presentations and proceedings from Fintech events. Data analysis was informed by grounded theory methods and techniques. Findings Grounded in data, this paper puts forward a typology of “comfort zoning” and its four types: nimbling, imperiling, cocooning and discomforting. Research limitations/implications Following the tenets of the grounded theory, four criteria are used to evaluate the emergent theory: fit, relevance, workability and modifiability. It is expected the interpretation and adoption of comfort zoning typology will be challenged, modified and enhanced by Fintech researchers and practitioners. Practical implications The comfort zoning typology would aid practitioners in their efforts to define and refine the domain of Fintech, problematize it and eventually enhance the relationship between Fintechs. Originality/value This paper fulfills an identified need to explore the relationship between Fintechs and incumbents and advance the theoretical and practical understanding of this relationship.

Internal factors affecting vegetable and fruit export performance of Vietnamese firms

Science & Technology Development Journal - Economics - Law and Management ◽

10.32508/stdjelm.v3i2.552 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 3 (2) ◽

pp. 153-165

Author(s):

Le Tan Buu ◽

Pham Ngoc Y

Keyword(s):

Quantitative Methods ◽

Export Performance ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Internal Factors ◽

Factors Affecting ◽

Qualitative And Quantitative Methods ◽

Executive Officers ◽

Technology Orientation ◽

Depth Interviews

The paper aims at defining and measuring key internal factors which impact on export performance of vegetable and fruit export firms in Ho Chi Minh City, Lam Dong, Dong Nai, Binh Duong, Vung Tau, Binh Phuoc, Tay Ninh, Long An và Tien Giang province. The study uses resource-based theory (RBV) to explain the internal factors affecting the export performance by applying qualitative and quantitative methods. The qualitative method is carried out through in-depth interviews of 10 chief executive officers, while the quantitative one is conducted through direct interviews with 228 managers of vegetable and fruit companies. Export performance are measured under the subjective perspective to collect information from firms, considering the perception or satisfaction of firms on export activities. The results show that firm's export performance is under the direct influences of four internal factors including: (1) International experience; (2) export commitment; (3) product characteristics; (4) technology orientation. The study measures export performance and internal factors affecting export performance, thereby suggesting management implications that help businesses improve export performance of Vietnamese fruit and vegetable firms.

Microfinance Institutions through the Lens of Social Entrepreneurship: Sri Lankan Experience

Vidyodaya Journal of Management ◽

10.31357/vjm.v5i1.3915 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 5 (1) ◽

Author(s):

P. Uluwaduge ◽

R. Senathiraja

Keyword(s):

Sri Lanka ◽

Social Entrepreneurship ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Primary Data ◽

Microfinance Institutions ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Positive Theory ◽

Entrepreneurial Characteristics ◽

The objectives of the study are to explore the perception of Microfinance Institutes (MFIs) on Social Entrepreneurship (SE) and to examine the application of Positive Theory of Social Entrepreneurship (PTSE) in the MFIs in Sri Lanka and to identify unique social entrepreneurial characteristics in MFIs in Sri Lanka. This is a qualitative study carried out through primary data collected mainly from in-depth semi-structured interviews with 5 Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) representing 5 microfinance institutes in Sri Lanka who owned the largest microfinance loan portfolios. For the data analysis purpose thematic analysis method was used in the study. MFIs perceived the concept of social entrepreneurship as a social obligation parallel with profit making or as the obligation of the organization towards the society while achieving their commercial objectives. Application of the PTSE in the selected MFIs in Sri Lanka showed that four propositions on SE proposed in the theory can be observed to a considerable extent in the MFIs in Sri Lanka. Unique social entrepreneurial characteristics identified in the MFIs in Sri Lanka were adherence to the deep rooted values of MFIs, much flexible approach when dealing with microfinance clients, impact from other stakeholders on MFI to perform social entrepreneurial role, and the co-operative model of MFIs tended to promote SE. KeywordsSocial Entrepreneurship, Positive Theory of Social Entrepreneurship, Microfinance Institutes

Role Of Competitive Strategies On Performance Of Kenya State Corporations

International Journal for Innovation Education and Research ◽

10.31686/ijier.vol3.iss12.487 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 3 (12) ◽

pp. 65-77

Author(s):

Caxton Munyoki ◽

Peter O. K’Obonyo

Keyword(s):

Time Management ◽

Great Influence ◽

Secondary Data ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Primary Data ◽

Competitive Strategies ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Cost Leadership

Competitive strategies are important determinant of performance of State Corporations in Kenya. The main objective of the study was to determine the role of organizational autonomy and strategic positioning in the relationship between competitive strategies and performance of Kenyan State Corporations. This study was guided by positivist philosophy. The study adopted a descriptive cross-sectional census survey on a population of 187 Kenyan state corporations across the public sector. The study used both primary and secondary data. Primary data was collected by questionnaires which were administered to the Chief Executive Officers of the State Corporations. Data analysis entailed both descriptive and inferential statistics. The results indicated moderate mean score for cost leadership an indication that cost leadership was rated by the respondents as being inadequate for the Kenyan State Corporations. The corporations that emphasized efficiency had the highest mean score followed by the organizations emphasizing on time management. The study concluded that competitive strategies had a great influence on performance.

Boards Of Advisors In Small Businesses: An Empirical Profile Of Their Composition And Use

Journal of Business & Economics Research (JBER) ◽

10.19030/jber.v2i6.2889 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 2 (6) ◽

Author(s):

Michael D. Akers ◽

Don E. Giacomino

Keyword(s):

Small Business ◽

Small Businesses ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Practical Experience ◽

Board Members ◽

Business Managers ◽

Managerial Strategy ◽

Experience Good ◽

This article discusses the literature coverage on Boards of Advisors to date and provides the results of a study designed to determine the formation and composition of Boards of Advisors and the ways in which small businesses use such boards.  Our study surveyed the Chief Executive Officers or Presidents of a large sample of small businesses.  We found that there is very limited use of Boards of Advisors in small businesses and that many small business managers are not aware of the concept of a Board of Advisors.  However, those small business managers (97%) that use a Board of Advisors characterize their interaction with their Boards of Advisors as good or excellent. When selecting board members, the responding executives seek practical experience, good “common sense” and industry experience as the most important types of expertise.  Most board members were male (67%), active in business (90%), have managerial/strategy or law (52%) and are not compensated (53%).

The Role of Consumers in Health Care Decision Making

Healthcare Management Forum ◽

10.1016/s0840-4704(10)60876-9 ◽

1997 ◽

Vol 10 (2) ◽

pp. 25-32 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Kathleen Ahearn ◽

Marguerite Donohue ◽

Pran Manga

Keyword(s):

Health Care ◽

Decision Making ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Consumer Involvement ◽

Board Members ◽

Health Care Decision ◽

Executive Officers ◽

Care Decision

This paper focuses on the results of a survey of chief executive officers and consumer board members of Ontario hospitals and community health centres regarding the role of consumers in health care decision making. The opinions of both the chief executive officer and consumer board member respondents were elicited regarding the value of consumer input in decision making for the organizations studied. Results indicate that consumer board members feel that their input into organizational decision making is valued, chief executive officers value the input of consumers, and consumer involvement in decision making is increasing. More women are now involved on boards of the organizations studied, but visible minority representation remains low on hospital boards. Consumer board members feel that their decision making is influenced by providers on the board.

The Relationship between Exercising of Shareholders’ Rights and the Performance of Firms listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange

International Journal of Scientific Research and Management ◽

10.18535/ijsrm/v6i7.em11 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 6 (07) ◽

Author(s):

Dr. Edward Kandiru Maina

Keyword(s):

Significant Relationship ◽

Pearson Correlation ◽

Secondary Data ◽

Chief Executive ◽

Shareholder Theory ◽

Vision 2030 ◽

And Performance ◽

Executive Officers ◽

The Relationship

The continued decline in performance of firms listed in the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has lately become a source of concern to both the country’s policy makers and researchers. Already, reports from the Kenyan government reveal that the decline in performance is becoming an impediment to the country’s realization of Vision 2030 as the dwindling performance is leading to lower economic development and loss of jobs. This study examines the relationship between exercising of shareholders’ rights and the performance of firms listed in the NSE for the period 2011-2015. The study is anchored on the shareholder theory. The study population comprises all 60 companies listed in NSE in the stated period. The study uses descriptive research and correlational research designs. Both primary and secondary data are obtained from the 60 Chief Executive Officers of the corporations or their representatives. Descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (Pearson correlation and multiple regression) are used to analyze the data. The study finds that there is a statistically significant relationship between shareholders exercising their rights and performance of firms listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. The hypothesis that shareholders exercising their rights has no significant relationship with performance of firms listed at the NSE (p<0.001) is rejected. Finally, results vindicate tthe shareholder theory