Navigating Change in 2025
Prepare with insights, resources, and tools to help your board address the business implications of leadership transitions, policy shifts, and emerging risks.
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2025 in Focus: Balancing Leadership, Risk, and Opportunity
This curated collection of resources helps directors anticipate challenges and capitalize on what’s possible, with insights tailored to support strategic decision-making. Whether it’s preparing for regulatory changes or identifying the skills needed for the future, these tools offer practical guidance to keep you and your board ahead of the curve.
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Staying Ahead of the Curve
This article features an interview with Diane Hessan, discussing proactive scenario planning and its importance to successful navigation of political and societal issues. Hessan shares insights on preparing CEOs for crises and maintaining employee morale, positioning companies for long-term success.
2024 Blue Ribbon Commission Report
Technology Leadership in the Boardroom: Driving Trust and Value
Read this year’s report, released at a critical time when boards face the dual challenges of seizing the opportunities and managing the risks associated with rapidly evolving technologies, including AI and clean energy.
Essential Tools for Navigating Governance
2025 NACD Directors Summit™
Join us October 12-15 to gain insights and strategies needed to anticipate challenges and drive success in the boardroom. Register by January 15 to save $1,600.
Governing Into the Future
Drawing from The Future of the American Board report, this eLearning course offers a framework for driving long-term value as a board director.
Multiyear Board Succession Planning Matrix
This tool offers a structured approach to strategically plan board succession and align future leadership with organizational needs.
Future of the American Board Report
Based on 10 guiding principles, help your board improve governance and secure long-term stakeholder value in an unpredictable business environment.
NACD Quarterly Survey: Q3 2024
Shifting economic conditions and the presidential election have risen to the top of concerns on board agendas during this election period.
Board Assessment Services
Our confidential assessment service leverages NACD Certified Directors’ expertise to foster candid feedback and enhance board effectiveness.
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Managing Crisis Communication during Election Periods
The value of a structured crisis communication plan, which can protect organizational credibility and stakeholder relationships, during election periods. -
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The Value of AI in Writing Board Packs
Use artificial intelligence to strengthen the preparation of board materials and include the necessary information for strategic discussion while safeguarding sensitive company information. -
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Preparing for Board Service: Best Practices to Secure a Board Seat
Best practices for engaging with company leadership when looking to gain a board seat, including by being intentional about your goals and understanding fiduciary duties -
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Digging Deeper Into Macroshifts
Enrich boardroom conversations on major post-election trends through understanding these themes and the long-term impact they will have on organizations. -
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Resilience in the Age of Digital Vulnerability
Learn how organizations can navigate the complexities of the digital age to build a secure future by embracing a proactive and resilient approach to cybersecurity. -
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Effective Audit Committee Oversight Starts With Effective Enterprise Risk Management
Learn how the audit committee's role in enterprise risk management differs from traditional risk management approaches.
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