The Corporate Director Podcast
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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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Nov 13, 2024 • 37min
Understanding the changing “why” of work
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we’re joined by Christine Heckart, Founder & CEO of Xapa, to explore the evolving dynamics of the workplace and the shifting motivations behind why we work. Christine delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by changing demographics and the increasing importance of aligning personal and professional values.
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Nov 6, 2024 • 11min
Inside Today's Boardrooms: Key trends for compensation committees in 2025
Jon Szabo, a Partner at Meridian Compensation Partners, shares invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of compensation committees as they approach 2025. He discusses emerging trends, the priority of clawback policies, and the complexities of setting incentive goals amid uncertainty. Jon emphasizes the need for guiding principles in compensation adjustments and the importance of reassessing committee charters. Additionally, he highlights the growing focus on below-C-suite pay equity and the challenges of managing a comprehensive agenda.
Oct 30, 2024 • 35min
Incorporating gen AI into business strategy
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we talk with Sophia Velastegui, a renowned advisor on AI business strategy with experiences at Microsoft, Google, and Apple. Sophia shares her insights on the evolution of AI in the business landscape, the importance of aligning AI strategy with overall business strategy, and how companies can address the risks associated with AI implementation.
Oct 23, 2024 • 11min
Inside Today's Boardrooms: Improving board oversight of ERM
In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, host Dottie Schindlinger talks with Maurice Crescenzi, Industry Practice Leader at Moody’s, about board oversight of enterprise risk management (ERM). They discuss the current state of ERM programs, the need for better risk benchmarking data, and effective communication strategies between management teams and the board.
Oct 16, 2024 • 26min
Boardroom leadership best practices
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, David Bray joins host Dottie Schindlinger to discuss the evolving landscape of boardroom leadership and governance amidst rapid technological advancements. Drawing from his extensive experience in technology and geopolitical risk, Bray offers insights into how companies can adapt to multiple technology revolutions, the importance of governance in maintaining organizational friction, and the role of AI in modern governance. He also shares his thoughts on creating safe spaces for leadership, the challenges of proportional responses to crises, and the future of boardroom dynamics.
Oct 9, 2024 • 10min
Inside PwC’s 2024 Annual Corporate Directors Survey
In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Lisa Edwards, Executive Chair of the Diligent Institute, sits down with Catie Hall, Director at PwC's Governance Insights Center, to delve into the key findings from PwC’s 2024 Annual Corporate Directors Survey. With a focus on the concerns and attitudes of corporate directors, the discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the lack of board discussions on critical societal issues, the integration of generative AI strategies, and other significant insights from this year's survey.
Oct 2, 2024 • 36min
Connecting sustainability strategy to organizational goals
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, hosts Dottie Schindlinger and Meghan Day are joined by Lisa Bougie, an experienced independent director with roles on multiple prominent boards. Lisa shares her insights on integrating sustainability into corporate strategy, the challenges and misconceptions surrounding sustainability initiatives, and the importance of board education on climate action. She also discusses the evolving role of corporate boards and the critical skills needed to guide sustainability efforts effectively.
Sep 25, 2024 • 10min
Inside Today's Boardrooms: Proxy season trends and tips
In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Lisa Edwards sits down with Tamara Brightwell, a corporate partner at Wilson Sonsini’s DC office, to discuss the significant trends from the last proxy season and what to expect in the upcoming 2025 proxy season. Tamara provides insights into the key issues that shareholders were most vocal about, emerging trends board members should prepare for, and evolving strategies for shareholder engagement and activism.
Sep 18, 2024 • 30min
What we can learn from the 2021 IPO boom
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we’re joined by Jason Booth, Shareholder Activism Editor at Diligent Market Intelligence. He delves into a forthcoming report that examines IPO trends focusing on the notable characteristics and performance of companies that went public in 2021. Jason provides insightful analysis on governance features, the impact of SPACs, and their implications for both long-term and short-term investors.
Sep 11, 2024 • 13min
Inside Today's Boardrooms: Tips for navigating political uncertainty
As the United States enters a hectic and unprecedented presidential election season, are boards and senior leaders prepared? In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Lauren Caplan, Managing Director at the Leadership Now Project, discusses best practices for navigating a tumultuous political environment.
