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BoardVision™, the official podcast of NACD, engages directors, aspiring directors, CEOs, executives, and the broader business community on significant issues facing corporate boards. Produced by the Directorship magazine team, the podcast is available on the third Wednesday of every month. In each episode, NACD speaks with industry leaders and governance experts to explore the stories and challenges of what it means to be a successful director.

  1. Transforming Technology Oversight

    AUG 20

    Transforming Technology Oversight

    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 Dylan Sandlin discuss the board’s role in tying digital transformation to strategy, how technology executives can work with the board, and how directors can stay current on new technologies. Host: Dylan Sandlin, program manager of digital and cybersecurity content at NACD Guest: Adam Bowen, managing director in the Business Consulting practice at Grant Thornton Advisors LLC Grant Thornton is a NACD sponsor, providing directors with critical and timely information, and perspectives. Grant Thornton is a financial supporter of the NACD. Related NACD Resources: “A Guide to Energizing Technology Governance”The 2024 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission report: Technology Leadership in the Boardroom Visit nacdonline.org for further research and information.

    33 min
  2. Conquering Boardroom Impostor Syndrome

    JUL 16

    Conquering Boardroom Impostor Syndrome

    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 advisor Susan Paley discuss impostor syndrome and self-doubt in the boardroom. They define what “impostor syndrome” is, how it manifests among directors, and how to tackle it individually and with peers. Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisor Guest: Keith Dorsey, NACD.DC®, senior advisor, United States, Boyden; board member, Continu, Pacific Crest Trail Association, Pepperdine University’s Graziadio Business School Related NACD Resources: Redesigning Your Life: The Transition to a Portfolio LifestyleCulture as the Foundation: Building a High-Performance Board Visit nacdonline.org for further research and information.

    28 min
  3. The Pivot to Board Life

    JUN 18

    The Pivot to Board Life

    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 how Williams transitioned away from his full-time career toward a portfolio lifestyle. They cover the value he finds in board service, his shift in mindset from outward achievement to inward fulfillment, and the day-to-day changes he’s experienced. Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisor Guest: Paul S. Williams, director, American Funds/Capital Group; trustee, Public Storage, George Jackson Academy Related NACD Resources: Redesigning Your Life: The Transition to a Portfolio LifestyleDemystifying the Path to Board Service Visit nacdonline.org for further research and information.

    32 min
  4. Making Room For Disruption

    MAY 21

    Making Room For Disruption

    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 advisor Susan Paley about how boards and companies are handling disruption amid geopolitical uncertainty, including tariff impacts. They define what a “disruptor” is and discuss the practices and structures that can be put in place to create resilience. Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisor Guest: Karen Galivan, tax partner, RSM US LLP; board member, RSM US, Junior Achievement of Chicago RSM is a NACD sponsor, providing directors with critical and timely information, and perspectives. RSM is a financial supporter of the NACD. Related NACD Resources: Navigating Changing US Policy: Key Board Implications (landing page)How to Tackle Organizational Blind Spots and Disruption Visit nacdonline.org for further research and information.

    34 min
  5. The Next Generation in the Boardroom

    APR 16

    The Next Generation in the Boardroom

    Under the leadership of next-gen directors, the future boardroom will be more agile, tech-enabled, and engaged, predicts board member Caroline Tsay. In this episode, Tsay and NACD advisor Susan Paley discuss the next generation of board members. They cover Tsay’s journey as both a next-gen and an experienced board member, how the current business and geopolitical environments influence director selection, and how board culture shifts when next-gen directors are in the room. Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisor Guest: Caroline Tsay, board member, The Coca-Cola Co., Morningstar; cofounder and former CEO, Compute Software Related NACD Resources: Mentoring Needs a Collective PushTwenty-First–Century Board Oversight of Talent and Succession Visit nacdonline.org for further research and information.

    29 min
  6. Nonprofit Governance and the Service Mindset

    MAR 19

    Nonprofit Governance and the Service Mindset

    Service is Bob McDonald’s—and a nonprofit board’s—way of life. In this episode, McDonald and Mary Jacobson dive into McDonald’s journey from military to government to board service. They also discuss the nuances of nonprofit governance, how to approach finding nonprofit board roles, and what it takes to be an effective nonprofit director. Host: Mary T. Jacobson, senior regional director of the NACD chapter network Guest: Hon. Robert A. McDonald, chair, Elizabeth Dole Foundation, West Point Association of Graduates; board member, Every Cure; former secretary of the US Department of Veterans Affairs; former chair and CEO, Procter & Gamble Co.; US Army veteran NACD Resources: Hon. Robert A. McDonald: Committed to Helping OthersDo Nonprofits Need Board Governance? (recorded event) Visit nacdonline.org for further research and information.

    41 min
  7. A Year in the Life of a Director

    FEB 19

    A Year in the Life of a Director

    Ever wonder what it’s like to be a board member? In this episode, Rob Galford and Susan Paley examine what a typical year looks like for public company directors. They discuss board calendars, agenda setting, best practices to avoid asymmetric information, and how to improve the experience of being a board member. Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisor Guest: Robert M. Galford, lead independent director, Forrester Research; managing partner, Center for Leading Organizations NACD Resources: Modernizing the Boardroom: Rethinking Meetings for Real Impact (event)Director FAQ: Setting the Board Calendar and Meeting Agendas Visit nacdonline.org for further research and information.

    41 min
  8. The Magic and Madness of Modern Leadership

    JAN 22

    The Magic and Madness of Modern Leadership

    It’s one thing to be smart and curious. But to truly differentiate yourself as a leader requires processing time to look for patterns, lessons, and insights, says Adam Bryant. In this episode, Bryant and Susan Paley discuss the difficulties of and the motivations behind modern leadership, including the importance of listening, the paradoxes of leadership, and how the best leadership wisdom is also life wisdom. Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisor Guest: Adam Bryant, senior managing director and partner with the ExCo Group, former Corner Office columnist for the New York Times, author of The Leap to Leader, and coauthor of The CEO Test NACD Resources: Twenty-First–Century Board Oversight of Talent and SuccessionSummer Reading: The Evolving Nature of Leadership Visit nacdonline.org for further research and information.

    43 min
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BoardVision™, the official podcast of NACD, engages directors, aspiring directors, CEOs, executives, and the broader business community on significant issues facing corporate boards. Produced by the Directorship magazine team, the podcast is available on the third Wednesday of every month. In each episode, NACD speaks with industry leaders and governance experts to explore the stories and challenges of what it means to be a successful director.

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  • Creator
    NACD
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 NACD
  • Show Website
    BoardVision

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