The recent return of Elon Musk to Tesla amid tumbling shareholder value and rumours the board was considering replacing him may signify the need for more boards to "take back control" from all-powerful CEOs whose actions can harm brand and shareholder value. John Flint, partner at Clarke Willmott LLP and legal advisor to the Institute of Directors on governance issues and board disputes, says that there may be lessons to be learnt for Manchester boards from Tesla's recent travails to safeguard companies' reputations and long-term success. John, a Manchester-based commercial disputes lawyer, says many local firms, are good examples of long-term governance done well. "As Generation X moves into boardrooms and senior leadership roles, they are driving a change in corporate governance shaped by pragmatism, lived experience, and long-term thinking," said John.