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On The Corporate Director Podcast, we discuss the experiences and ideas behind what's working in corporate board governance in out digital-tech-fuled world. You'll hear interviews with corporate leaders who have compelling stories to share, governance researchers with new insights, and conversations with "governance geeks" who are passionate about finding the best ideas out there to help board directors do their work better. Episodes will feature topics such as: corporate governance, strategy, board culture, risk management, ESG, secure communication, digital transformation through boardroom technology, board meeting management, director recruiting and succession planning, board refreshment, boardroom meeting minutes and other good governance best practices.
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In this episode, Carin Robinson, Director at PwC’s Governance Insights Center, discusses the latest C-suite survey on board effectiveness. She talks through findings on board performance, director turnover, board roles and responsibilities, and how to bridge the gap between boards and management.
In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Matt Seto, Principal at Meridian Compensation Partners, discusses how boards and compensation committees can design resilient executive compensation programs in the current macroeconomic climate. He talks through the benefits and challenges of diversifying incentive plans, the best practices for setting effective targets, and the types of analysis and data that compensation committees should request from management.
Navigating the IPO journey can seem daunting. How can companies stay ahead of the curve? In this episode of the Corporate Director Podcast, Nithya Das, Chief Legal and Administrative Officer at Diligent, offers actionable insights for private companies aspiring to go public. She shares valuable advice on understanding the path forward, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring a smooth transition into the public sphere.
Upskilling the board has become imperative in today’s corporate governance landscape, but have companies fully embraced this need? In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Patricia Galloway, Board Chair at Pegasus-Global Holdings, Inc., and Board Member at Stantec and Granite Construction, offers invaluable insights and practical guidance for companies seeking to enhance the skills of their board members through ongoing education and certification programs.
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we talk to Cecilia Ziniti, a pioneer in the field of artificial intelligence for legal work. Cecilia shares her insights on how AI can enhance the efficiency, quality, and creativity of legal tasks, as well as the opportunities and challenges for board oversight of AI. She also discusses how private companies and PE-backed firms can leverage AI to gain a competitive edge in the market.
In this episode, Claudia Allen, Senior Advisor at KPMG’s Board Leadership Center, talks about the benefits and challenges of having independent directors on private company boards. She discusses findings from a survey and a whitepaper and share some practical tips for both private company owners and independent directors.
How do board oversight structures impact cybersecurity performance? How does cyber performance impact financial performance? In this episode of the Corporate Director Podcast, Jeff Barnett, Senior Director of Strategic Alliances at Bitsight, shares insights from a recent report published by Diligent Institute and Bitsight. Also in this episode, hear from Diligent CEO and President Brian Stafford on how the role of the board is changing and what technology can do to help.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently issued a significant update to their landmark cybersecurity framework. What are the most important takeaways and changes? In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Anthony Johnson, Founder and Managing Partner of Delve Risk, explores the revised framework and its objectives.
The SEC has finally unveiled its highly anticipated rules on climate disclosure. Now that the initial dust has settled, what’s next? In this episode of the Corporate Director Podcast, Abbey Raish, Partner in the ESG & Impact practice at Kirkland & Ellis, explores the implications of the new rules and offers insights into how they are poised to impact company governance, strategy and risk oversight.
Generative AI has sparked both enthusiasm and apprehension in today's business landscape. In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Jenn Kosar, Trust and Transparency Solutions Leader at PwC, provides valuable insights and pragmatic advice for board leaders on how to best navigate the risks associated with generative AI.
In this episode of the Corporate Director Podcast, Doug Schnell and Sebastian Alsheimer, leaders in the shareholder engagement and activism practice at Wilson Sonsini, explore the latest developments in shareholder activism and offer tips and insights. Also in this episode, Rebecca Sherratt, Diligent Market Intelligence’s Publications Editor, shares key findings from the Shareholder Activism Annual Review.
Last week, the SEC announced long-anticipated rules aimed at improving and standardizing climate-related disclosures. In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Tracey-Lee Brown, Director at PwC's Governance Insights Center, delves into the final ruling and its implications for today's corporate governance landscape.
In today's corporate landscape, the role of the Audit Committee continues to expand. In this episode of the Corporate Director Podcast, John Rodi, Leader at KPMG’s Board Leadership Center, and Eileen Kamerick, experienced leader and audit committee member, offer strategic insights into the evolving role of the Audit Committee and how board members can keep up.
What are some of the reasons an activist investor might take issue with your organization’s executive compensation plan? In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Ed Hauder, Principal and Head of Research & Content at Meridian Compensation Partners, discusses best practices for viewing your executive compensation package through an activist lens.
What’s at the top of the board agenda for 2024? In this episode of the Corporate Director Podcast, Melanie Nolen, Research Editor at Chief Executive Group and Amy Rojik, Managing Principal of Corporate Governance at BDO, delve into key findings from What Directors Think 2024, an annual survey of U.S. public company directors conducted by Corporate Board Member, Diligent Institute and BDO.
Understanding your investors and their perspectives is essential for fostering alignment towards sustainable value creation. How can boards integrate this into their decision-making? Matt DiGuiseppe, Managing Director at PwC’s Governance Insights Center, talks through the findings from their annual Global Investor Survey in this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms.
What do private companies often misunderstand about the process of going public? What are the biggest things private company directors should be prepared for during the first year after the IPO? In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, Rick Morris, Partner at Wilson Williams and capital markets expert, discusses the do’s and don’ts of the IPO process.
As we enter 2024, what are the biggest risks companies should keep an eye on? What trends will be most important for board governance this year? In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Paul DeNicola, Principal at PwC’s Governance Insights Center, discusses the five governance trends to watch in 2024.
In this episode, Tina Fordham, leading independent geopolitical strategist and Founder of Fordham Global Foresight, shares insights on the current and future geopolitical landscape and how companies can identify strategies for risk mitigation.
Tina Sharkey, entrepreneur, investor, advisor, academic and board member takes us inside the world of brand building in this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms.
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