It’s a privilege to serve on a board. Serving on a board gives you the opportunity to really make a difference as the decisions you make can have such an effect on not just the organization but on individuals, families – even entire communities. You are a key contributor for the overall direction and strategy, which, in turn, […]
A Place at the (Board) Table for Women
The gender gap has risen to a new consciousness, that women are missing from positions of leadership and that trend needs to stop. That recognition is coming from a myriad of sources: academic institutions, reports from large management consulting organizations, trade associations, women-led initiatives, renowned journalists and perhaps most importantly, boards and their shareholders acknowledging […]
Targeting a board seat? These 5 tips will get you there.
Boards have always had their allure, but today, more than ever, they’re red hot. And so they should be. Being on a board can be a career boost, and contribute to your bank account too, but being on a board is a serious commitment with responsibilities that shouldn’t be underestimated. I encourage you to strive to be […]
Reflections on the “NACD Blue Ribbon Commission on Strategy Development”
I am thrilled that a significant outcome of the October 2014 NACD annual conference is the release of the Report of the NACD Blue Ribbon Commission on Strategy Development. According to NACD, the report “emphasizes that corporate directors should not limit their engagement in strategy development to annual discussions with management or crisis situations. It […]
Don’t Underestimate Board Integration Post M&A
Remember your first day at college? Although many buildings stood out, if you didn’t participate in the orientation, chances are you were scrambling to find, and remember, where all your classrooms and lecture halls were located. When a organization goes through an M&A, an orientation is just as critical. And boards can’t be overlooked. I […]