Leading from the Boardroom: Board Composition, Compensation and Succession

Join the NACD Research Triangle Chapter for its signature Leading from the Boardroom program, a full day exploration of trends in board composition, compensation and succession planning.  

The program will feature sitting corporate board directors who are members of Compensation and Nom/Gov committees to discuss the factors that influence their decision-making and the challenges they see on the horizon.  

The topics include:

• Preparing for a leadership transition: a fireside chat on a recent succession planning experience with a board chair and CEO
• Compensation trends: what’s new, what matters, and what we’ve learned about talent recruitment and retention
• Board evaluations: effective surveys and assessments to identify strengths and areas for improvement
• The optimized board: what leaders need to know to stay current on fiduciary and legal requirements, along with a discussion of best practices

The program will include the popular “Birds of a Feather” lunch roundtables and a networking reception to conclude the day.

AGENDA

11:10 a.m. – Keynote: Planning for Effective Leadership Transition

Hear from corporate leaders as they share insights from their recent transitions. From CEO succession to transitioning board roles, learn how effective strategy, planning and execution help drive success.

• Rose Lee, President & CEO and Director, Cornerstone Building Brands
• Peter Scott, Board Chair, RTI International
• Tim Gabel, President & CEO, RTI International
• Kaley Karaffa, Head of Board Advisory, NASDAQ (moderator)

12:15 p.m. – “Birds of a Feather” Roundtable lunch

Enjoy lunch with peers and select a topic of your choice – including board recruitment, compensation trends,  board effectiveness and more – to join an informal conversation led by a subject matter expert

1:30 p.m. – Panel Discussion: Compensation Trends

Learn about the latest trends in board and executive compensation, and hear best practices and lessons learned from Compensation Committee leaders.

• Hazel McNeilage, Director, Reinsurance Group of America
• Maryrose Sylvester, Director, Harley-Davidson; Vontier
• Max Wallace, Director, Humacyte
• Joe Sorrentino, Managing Director, FW Cook (moderator)

2:30 p.m. – Presentation: Board Evaluations

Critical to the success of any corporate board is its ability to conduct and act upon effective board evaluations. Hear from industry experts and practiced directors as they share their insights on key factors in a successful evaluation.

• Farad Ali, Co-founder, ALI | HEIJMEN
• John de Figueiredo, Professor, Duke University School of Law and Fuqua School of Business
• Deborah Hylton, Director, Midmark Corporation
• Jennifer Venable, Director, Fathom Holdings (moderator)

3:30 p.m. – Break

3:45 p.m. – Fireside Chat: Optimized Board Structure and Effectiveness

Every organization -- from scrappy start-ups to large public corporations -- rely on their boards for strong governance and strategic direction. But the structure, size and focus of the board should morph to meet the current and future needs of the organization. This session will shed light on the optimization of a corporate board as it evolves to meet the changing needs of a corporation, and how to ensure that the board is functioning effectively each step of the way.

• Maureen Bujno, Managing Director, Center for Board Effectiveness, Deloitte
• Willie Deese, Director, PSEG; Dentsply Sirona
• Amy Batten, Partner, Smith Anderson (moderator)

4:45 p.m. – Closing remarks and presentation of the Robert A. Ingram Fellowship for Board Excellence

5:00 p.m. – Networking reception