Unlocking Boardroom Success: Upping Your Financial Acumen: What All Directors Need to Know About Financial Statements 2

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.

How to Get a VC or PE Board Seat-Jan 29th

The private space has a high need for skilled independant board director creating a unique opportunity. Learn what makes you stand out as a candidate and see where opportunity lies.

Your Value, Your Board Seat - Feb 26

What are current board trends in 2025 and what do they mean for how you position yourself as a board candidate? What are your superpowers and how can you showcase them? Learn how to successly pitch your self.

Preparing better board meetings - March 26

What does your board wish you knew about reporting to them? How can you really stand out, win their support, and show you understand what they need to be a good board director? Join us as we hear best practices and learn how to deal with challenging siutations from the top directors!

What Aspiring Directors Need to Know About the Nom & Gov Committee- April 30

Nom & Gov chairs and committee members can be a key strategic ally in your board search. You need to win them over, but how do you show them you'd add value to their board? Learn about how this committee is tackling issues, dive into the approach and view they take while completing their mission, and understand how you can form more strategic connections.

What Aspiring Directors Need to Know About the Comp Committee- April 30

We all want to get paid for our work, but understanding the factors that go into from the board level are critical. Whether you are an executive looking to better understand how the board is deciding your compensation package or you are an inspiring director wanting to show you understand and could add value to this committee, this session will help upgame your board skills while connecting you to top directors.

What Aspiring Directors Need to Know About Financial Statements (part 1)- June 25

Understanding the financial statements of a company is key for a few reasons. One -All board directors are expected to understand and add insights into the companies financial statements. Two- it can be a key part of your due dilligence process. Three - it helps you understand the areas of opportunity and risk for your company. So how do you tackle financial statements like the board does? Join the finanical experts as they walk you through what you should be looking at, common norms, and industry standards.

What Aspiring Directors Need to Know About Financial Statements (part 2)- July 30

Understanding the financial statements of a company is key for a few reasons. One -All board directors are expected to understand and add insights into the companies financial statements. Two- it can be a key part of your due dilligence process. Three - it helps you understand the areas of opportunity and risk for your company. So how do you tackle financial statements like the board does? Join the finanical experts as they walk you through what you should be looking at, common norms, and industry standards.

What Aspiring Directors Need to Know About International Boards- Oct 29

International Boards present an exciting opportunity and can significantly open up the starting place for your first board seat. At the same time, they come with their own unique set of norms, regulations, and risk. Join some of the top directors from international companies as they share how they got offered seats in international companies and what you should be aware if you pursue this route to becoming a board director.

What Aspiring Directors Need to Know About Activists- Nov 11

When, not if: Any more activists are going to be joining boards they are targeting. Understanding their mindset, how they look at joining boards, and how boards look to prevent activists can not only upgame your interview and understanding of board dynamics, but it can also help you look at your own value proposition. Join this session to hear how activists change the board dynamic, what you should be looking at from a due dilligence perspective, and what you can learn in the process.

What Aspiring Directors Need to Know About AI - Dec 11

AI is changing the games for companies. Understanding AI and understanding how boards are looking at this issue is a good item to have in your pocket for board discussions.