Outlining what's needed for a successful relationship between CEO and Chairman is the subject of this Criticaleye forum, held in association with Accenture. Featuring speeches from Accenture's Vernon Ellis, Chairman of Mastercard, Rick Haythornthwaite and Criticaleye Associate Bob Garratt, topics of discussion include:

• the distinctive roles of CEO and chairman in times of crisis
• managing NEDs
• addressing the issue of diversity on the board
• advice to CEO's looking to appoint a chairman

• What advice can you offer to a CEO looking to appoint a Chairman?
• How do boardroom dynamics change when a founder retires?
• In time of crisis, what are the distinct roles of Chairman & CEO?
• How do you manage NEDs who have little time to devote?
• What advice can you offer managing NEDs?
• How can organisations address diversity issues on their baords?
• Who has ultimate corporate responsilbility - Chairman or CEO?