CEO Letter
By Peter R. Gleason
Constancy: The Other Side of Change
Spring 2025 Issue
From Directorship® Magazine
Governance Surveys
Center for Inclusive Governance
Cover Story
The New Age of Shareholder Activism
Board directors at publicly traded firms must be vigilant about preparing for activist campaigns as issue-based activism remains strong.
Editor's Note
By Preeti Vasishtha
Embrace, Don’t Endure, Change
Features
The Myths and Realities of Boardroom Burnout
By Mandy Wright
As workplace burnout and C-suite turnover rise, board members should recognize that they are not immune.
A Government Reset: New Rules and New Players
By Alexandra R. Lajoux
What corporate directors should know about the potential business impacts of new federal government leadership.
Bridging Board Gaps—Again
By Lawrence A. Cunningham
A review of a blueprint on board change 15 years later reveals the areas where corporate boards have made strides and where significant gaps remain.
Building a Board for Start-Up Success
By LouAnn Conner
While having a board might appear to complicate or slow decision-making, when structured effectively, it can offer substantial value to both founders and the start-up.
Understanding Quantum Leadership
By Louis Lehot
Boards that understand the transformative impact of quantum computing and its implications can position their companies for success.
Columns
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The Director's Chair
Mentoring Needs a Collective Push
By Kevin Korte
Learn the benefits of mentorship for aspiring and seasoned directors, boards, and organizations.
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Private Company Governance
So, You Want to Serve on a Private Equity Board?
By Suzanna de Baca
Use this guidance to decide whether private equity board service is right for you.
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C-Suite Connect
Cybersecurity: Fair Expectations from the Board and Management
By Jerry Perullo
Learn how directors and management can work together to bridge the gap between governance and operations as cyber risk grows.
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Advisor Insights
Fearless in the Face of the Unknown: A Conversation with Barbara J. Duganier
By Mandy Wright
Hear from Barbara J. Duganier, NACD faculty member, on the risks boards will confront this year and how they can better oversee them. -
Director's Dilemma
Director Candidate’s CV Causes Overboarding Unease
By Julie Garland McLellan
A director candidate’s CV raises concerns that they may not be able to meet all their board commitments. Should a fellow board member address this?
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In Practice
What Directors Should Know about Emerging Risks and D&O Insurance in 2025
By Priya Cherian Huskins
Learn how being proactive about addressing D&O liability risks enables boards to stay out of the crosshairs of plaintiffs and regulators.
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Board Tech
Strengthening Trust and Reputation in a World Impacted by Social Media
By Richard Torrenzano
Foster a culture of proactive risk management when engaging with social media to protect corporate—and personal—security.