NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors)

Congratulations to the 2024 NACD Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Awards winners: CommonSpirit Health, Northwestern Mutual, and Gilead Sciences! Each year, the NACD DE&I Awards recognize boards whose DE&I governance and oversight practices elevate standards in the business world. These honorees have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to leveraging the power of DE&I to create long-term value and build inclusive boardrooms and workplaces. From driving positive change to developing strategic growth initiatives, these honorees' strong corporate governance practices make for more resilient and successful businesses. https://lnkd.in/ecJpwmb6

Learn best practices for engaging with company leadership when looking to gain a board seat. Ekta Chopra from E.L.F. BEAUTY shares how to be intentional about your goals, understand fiduciary duties, and keep an open dialogue. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eAhFy8Eu

Global governance trends impact US boards and provide an opportunity for them to learn from boardrooms abroad. Board member Mary T. McDowell shared distinctions between US and UK boards with NACD advisor Susan Paley in a recent episode of the #BoardVision podcast. Listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/eGTiqMXn

Enhance executive discussions on post-election trends by understanding potential long-term impact on organizations. David A. Brown from KPMG outlines themes to consider while navigating generative AI, geopolitical uncertainty, and more. https://lnkd.in/e-EX-rJf

Elevate your leadership skills with NACD’s member exclusive webinar, Navigating the Leadership Leap from Management to Director. Our expert panel will provide actionable insights to help first-time directors transition to a broader strategic perspective in the boardroom. Join us to gain strategies for leveraging your management experience to excel as a board director. https://lnkd.in/eNWv_V_Q..

Join NACD Senior Vice President Content, Friso van der Oord for an insightful conversation with 2024 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission member, Daniel Dobrygowski on the critical topic of digital trust in the boardroom at the upcoming Global Network of Director Institutes (GNDI) Global Corporate Governance Conference. Register now to join the session on October 29 at 7:30 pm (EDT).  https://lnkd.in/ds4WTmWC #GNDICon24 #goodgovernanceneversleeps #2024BRC

Company culture is no longer just a CEO or CHRO issue―it’s a board-level priority. Join JP Pawliw-Fry, president & cofounder of Institute for Health and Human Potential, as he digs into why directors must actively engage in the toughest, most crucial conversations. These moments define whether your board builds or breaks the company's culture. Don’t miss out―register now. https://lnkd.in/etCzhCJy #BoardLeadership #HighPerformanceCulture

Boards face the difficult task of keeping up with the increasing pace of technological development. Governing technology effectively requires strengthened oversight, deepened insight, and developing foresight.     The 2024 Blue Ribbon Commission Report "Technology Leadership in the Boardroom: Driving Trust and Value" provides ten recommendations boards can apply to strengthen their technology governance and prepare for the future.     Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eEKusQNJ #2024BRC #CorporateGovernance

Join us for a dynamic discussion on AI and its impact on private company boards. Learn from industry leaders, including Joe Ranzau, and private company directors as they explore AI governance through the lens of human capital, addressing employee retention, training, and corporate culture. Don’t miss this chance to equip your board with the insights needed to navigate AI's transformative role. https://lnkd.in/eteNN7W9

Building a secure future starts with embracing proactive and resilient cybersecurity strategies. Alicja Cade and David Homovich from Google outline how organizations can navigate these complexities of the digital age. https://lnkd.in/e4XfXGzU