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THE BOARDROOM of the FUTURE? Modeled in Legos, Brainstormed with fellow NACD Leaders! In DC last week at NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors) Leadership Retreat... Cool Ideas Showcased in our Design: Bridge of Transformation-- From NACD National to 20 chapters, symbolizing growth | Future Boardroom: Holographic displays, AI, and VR – where tech meets decisions | Innovation Hubs: AI, blockchain, IoT – pillars of future governance | Interactive Stations: Digital twins, autonomous agents, collaboration tools | Growth Symbols: Visualizing rapid innovation | Vision Windshield: Our clear strategic foresight | Empowerment Tools: Education and certification | Challenges Overcome: Navigating regulatory hurdles. Over-sharp Teammates Chennya Lister Kristen Coscia Abbey Chase Inspirers Mary T. Jacobson Julie Pitts Cynthia Falardeau Supercool Audience Reactors Joe Daniel Glen Warrington Xayvin Johnson #NACD #BoardroomInnovation #FutureGovernance | NACD Chicago Chapter

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Julie Pitts

Ambassador of Director Education and Board Leadership, Nonprofit Board Member, Youth Mentor and Educator

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Gregory Hedges and Team We Built This City...together! It was truly an inspiring creation of the future of NACD supported by the Chapter Network. I loved your team's creativity and more importantly, your shared insights throughout the retreat! Thank you for bringing it last week. Looking forward to seeing you at #NACDDirectorsSummit.

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Fantastic creation! Thanks for joining us last week.

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Christian Wagner

CISO | Board Member | Advisor | Investor

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Looks like Greg’s been lifting 💪🏼😉

Cynthia Falardeau

Regional Director, Experienced non-profit CEO and Retail Executive

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Gregory Hedges and team, great vision and presentation! Thank you for your leadership.

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