Corporate Governance
The Board of Directors and management of Goldman Sachs have long recognized the importance of corporate governance practices that help ensure an environment of effective oversight and strong accountability.
As one of our key Business Principles states: “Our assets are our people, capital and reputation, and if any of these is ever diminished, the last is the most difficult to restore.”
Key Facts
Learn more about our corporate profile, performance, governance, compensation, and risk management.
Corporate Governance Policies and Documents
- 2010 Environmental, Social and Governance Report
- Corporate Governance Guidelines
- Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
- Reporting of Concerns
- Policy Regarding Director Independence Determinations
- Restated Certificate of Incorporation
- Amended and Restated By-laws
- Statement on Policy Engagement and Political Participation
- Compensation
- 2011 Proxy Statement
- Goldman Sachs Statement on Human Rights
- GSAM Statement on Responsible and Sustainable Investing
2011 Annual Shareholders' Meeting Highlights
Read about the proposals discussed and voted upon at the 2011 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
Board Committees
The Board of Directors has established Audit, Compensation, Corporate Governance and Nominating and Risk committees, each of which is comprised solely of independent directors.
Board of Directors Biographies
Learn more about the careers and qualifications of our directors.
Business Principles
Codified in 1979, these are the principles that guide our people.
Citizenship
Read about our corporate engagement efforts.
Business Standards Committee Report
Read the detailed report and recommendations of our Business Standards Committee.