
The Board's Role in CEO Succession: Pitfalls and Best Practices
April 16, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT Cornelius, NC

NACD Carolinas Chapter
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Donna White
Executive Director
NACD Carolinas Chapter
dwhite@carolinas.nacdonline.org
704-579-0052
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About The Event
Member Price: Complimentary
Non Member Price: Complimentary
In-Person Dinner | April 16 | 6:00 - 8:00p.m. | Lake Norman, NC
This event is open to NACD members who serve on a company board of directors.
Join your director peers for an exclusive dinner event focused on CEO succession planning. Marcia Avedon will lead the discussion and provide valuable insights into best practices, potential pitfalls, and common mistakes to avoid. Come prepared to share experiences and learn from industry leaders and your director peers.
Discussion will focus on the following:
· How companies have successfully aligned succession planning with company strategy and culture.
· Successful approaches in developing a strong pipeline of CEO succession candidates.
· The most effective approaches to ensure a smooth transition and onboarding for the new CEO.
Subject Matter Experts
Marcia Avedon, Corporate Director, Acuity Brands; Cornerstone Building Brands; Generac; and Executive Director, Center for Executive Succession
Anthony Nyberg, Faculty Director, University of South Carolina Center for Executive Succession
Donald J. Schepker, Research Director, University of South Carolina Center for Executive Succession
Patrick Wright, Associate Dean of Corporate Relations, University of South Carolina Center for Executive Succession
Location
The Peninsula Club
Looking forward to seeing at dinner!
NACD Carolinas takes your health and safety seriously. However, despite our efforts, as at any public gathering, there is a risk of contracting COVID-19 at our event. Given this risk, by registering, you agree that YOU ARE ATTENDING THIS PROGRAM AT YOUR OWN RISK regarding the special dangers associated with COVID-19. Further, you are agreeing to comply with any requested safety protocols, and you agree that you will not attend the program if you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID.
NACD Carolinas Chapter
Contact Us
Donna White
Executive Director
NACD Carolinas Chapter
dwhite@carolinas.nacdonline.org
704-579-0052
Find a Chapter