Crédit Agricole S.A.’s Governance balances the interests of the customers of the entities comprising the Group, societal issues and the respect for the mutual values that form the basis of the identity of Crédit Agricole group.
The effects of governmental supports and the process of emerging from the health crisis were central to the Board of Directors’ work in 2021, which was also deeply affected by an accelerated need to support customers through its societal project in their energy transition.
Relying on its financial strength and the resilience of its financial performance, the Board’s actions were guided by a desire to support the Group’s customers and continue to contribute to their projects, to increase profitability in the service of shareholders, and so to secure the economy. At the same time, the Board endeavoured to draw lessons from this crisis and the accelerations it is causing, particularly in digital uses and in the energy transition. Accordingly, it continued to execute the societal and environmental component of the Medium-Term Strategic Plan by formalising ten commitments around three themes: climate and the transition to a low-carbon economy, strengthening social cohesion and inclusion, and the transition of the food industry. In an environment marked by uncertainty, the ongoing discussions between the Board and Executive Management reflected the same desire on both sides for a new model of prosperity that respects the environment and is adapted to new needs.
Approves and sets the strategic guidelines proposed by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Crédit Agricole S.A., authorises strategic investments, determines the general principles of internal financial organisation and supervises the Group’s operations, notably as regards risk.
In 2021, the Board held 11 plenary meetings, including a seminar dedicated to the CSR issues of its business activities. The Risk Committee met 16 times, including nine times jointly with the Audit Committee.
Approves and sets the strategic guidelines proposed by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Crédit Agricole S.A., authorises strategic investments, determines the general principles of internal financial organisation and supervises the Group’s operations, notably as regards risk.
21 members
11 meetings
97% attendance
Oversees the financial statement preparation process.
6 members
7 meetings
95% attendance
1 Independent
Chairwoman
9 members
9 meetings
100% attendance
2 Independent Chairwomen
Reviews the Group’s risk management strategy, notably for financial, operating and non-compliance risks.
5 members
7 meetings
100% attendance
1 Independent
Chairwoman
Proposes compensation policies to the Board and ensures their compliance.
6 members
5 meetings
97% attendance
1 Independent
Chairwoman
Monitors risk related to activities conducted directly by the Group’s entities in the United States.
3 members
4 meetings
100% attendance
1 Independent
Chairwoman
Enhances the Group’s strategic thinking on growth, investments and CSR.
7 members
5 meetings
100% attendance
1 Chair:
Chairman of the Board of Directors
Proposes or issues opinions on candidates for membership on the Board of Directors or appointment as Corporate Officers.
6 members
6 meetings
100% attendance
1 Independent
Chairwoman
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