Boardroom Brilliance: Masterclass Series

This is an event series. You can purchase the full series or each course individually below, please select the ticket option with the date you would like to attend.

Committees make up the majority of the work you do in the board room, but it can be hard to know what each committee does and how it is relevant to your goals. Especially for aspiring or first time board members it is critical to learn how you can contribute to each committee. Join us and industry experts as we make you a boardroom master.

Workshops in this Series:

What Nomination and Governance Committee Does and Its Relevance to the Board Search: July 25, 10am PST / 1pm EST

Speakers:

• Dottie Schindlinger
• Sheila Hooda
• Ellen Taffee

Nominating and Governance committees play an important role in identifying individuals qualified to be board members, selecting/recommending board members to shareholders and developing a set of corporate guidelines for the board. Corporate guidelines are under increasing scrutiny as a result of a focus on ESG, diversity of the company employees at all levels and more recently, lawsuits to hold boards accountable for diversity at the board level. Explore the role of the Nominating and Governance committee with Nom & Gov Committee Chairs, how to be effective as a member and/or chair of the committee, topics discussed and the various stakeholders who are holding the Nominating and Governance accountable.

Compensation Committee: August 29, 12pm PST / 3pm EST

Compensation Committees juggle many balls. They need to balance retention strategies, fiscal responsiblitity, and stakeholder expectations as they craft incentive and compensation plans for the organizations senior leaders. This is no small task particularly as CEO pay has become a hot topic in media. Learn how your skills fit into this committee and learn what current trends are happening in this arena.

Speakers:

• Tricia Montalvo Timm
• Amy Cappellanti-Wolf

Navigating Shareholder Activism and Universal Proxy Rules  -Sept 30

As the business landscape evolves, board directors face new challenges in governance and shareholder relations. The Universal Proxy Rule (UPR) allows shareholders to vote for individual directors in a "mix and match" fashion, increasing scrutiny of board composition and performance. This paradigm shift has amplified shareholder activism, with significant implications for board dynamics and corporate strategy.

Join us to explore the latest trends and strategies for navigating the complexities of shareholder activism and the impact of UPR

Navigating New Board Culture- Oct 1

Are you the first independant board director? Or what if the board is going through a reset. It can be hard to know your role in these curcumstances. Learn from the best directors who have been there before!

Board Composition and Refreshment: Building a Board for the Future -Nov 14

In an evolving corporate landscape, the composition of a board is more critical than ever. With private equity and venture capital firms focusing on industry-specific skill sets and public boards returning to traditional CEO and CFO pathways, senior executives and board directors need to rethink their approach to board refreshment. This event will explore the latest trends in board composition and the strategies to ensure your board has the right mix of experience, expertise, and diversity to meet current and future challenges.

Upcoming:

Navigating Uncertain Times: Strategic Planning for Board Directors

In 2024 board directors are confronted with a complex business environment marked by stubborn inflation, high interest rates, and a tight labor market. These factors, along with ongoing geopolitical upheaval, create an atmosphere of uncertainty and require leaders to make strategic decisions that could have lasting impacts on their organizations.

Join us for an insightful event as we will dive into the key challenges facing businesses in 2024 and beyond. 

Navigating CEO and Executive Succession Planning: Ensuring Continuity and Growth

As competition for talent intensifies and turnover rates for C-suite executives rise, succession planning has become a critical priority for board directors and senior executives. This trend has grown 10 percentage points in importance since last year, reflecting the urgent need for broader experience and versatile skill sets to navigate today’s complex business environment.

Join us for a focused event where we explore the latest best practices in CEO and senior executive succession planning. Our expert speakers and industry leaders will guide you through key insights and strategies to ensure a smooth transition and continued success for your organization.