BoardVision

Physical threat actors now bypass the “let’s talk about it” stage and go straight to acting on their grievances, says cybersecurity expert and board member Ron Green. That’s why directors must take their physical...

As high–net-worth individuals with access to sensitive company information, board members are increasingly targeted by cyber-threat actors. Awareness of these threats—and personal vigilance—are essential to stay...

“Business is easy. Family business is hard,” says Charlie Bitzer, chair and CEO of ABARTA. The relationships and dynamics within family-owned companies present distinct challenges for their boards. In this episode...

Culture is often described as the “operating system” of an organization. But what role does culture play in the boardroom, and how does it shape the way boards make decisions? In this episode, Beth Albright, president...

For CEOs, a board’s support can make all the difference. But knowing what kind of support to ask for isn’t always obvious. In this episode, Wayne Peacock, vice chair of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and the former CEO...

Boards have high expectations for CEOs, but what do directors truly want beyond the numbers and reports? In this episode, Wayne Peacock, vice chair of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and the former CEO of USAA, and Dona...

For some directors, networking may feel like a chore. But it can be one of the most valuable practices for deepening governance insights and staying current in the boardroom. In this episode, Katrinka McCallum, a...

Building governance from the ground up at early-stage companies is Jack Lazar’s specialty—and his favorite kind of challenge. In this episode, Lazar and NACD advisor Susan Paley explore Lazar’s extensive Silicon Valley...

How do investors assess the quality of boards? To start, they look for well-defined and transparent director roles and responsibilities, says Aeisha Mastagni, a CalSTRS senior portfolio manager. In this episode...

Boards don’t always need a well-known, “rock star” chair; sometimes, individuals who simply possess strong leadership qualities are more successful in the role. In this episode, board member Virginia Gambale and NACD...

An executive coach is not typically an advisor, a problem solver, or a performance corrector. Rather, a coach is someone who helps with self-discovery, Dawn Zier says. In this episode, Zier, an executive leadership...

It can feel impossible to distinguish between reality and hype when it comes to new technologies. But that’s exactly what strategic boards are doing, says Grant Thornton’s Adam Bowen. In this episode, Bowen and NACD’s...

Am I as good as my board peers? Do they think I’m a fraud? If you’ve found yourself asking such questions, you may be experiencing impostor syndrome. In this episode, board member and author Keith Dorsey and NACD...

The transition from an executive to a board career, or a portfolio lifestyle, is more than it appears; the change can be seismic, in fact. In this episode, board member Paul Williams and NACD advisor Susan Paley discuss...

When faced with disruption, companies may feel compelled to pause business plans. To the contrary, RSM tax partner Karen Galivan believes, they must continue to innovate. In this episode, Galivan speaks with NACD...