National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)

National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) As the recognized authority on leading boardroom practices, NACD empowers 24,000+ directors to lead with confidence.

NACD's mission is to advance exemplary board leadership--for directors, by directors.

05/20/2026

Strong personal cybersecurity is one of the most meaningful steps a director can take, for themselves and the organizations they serve.

In the new BoardVision™ episode, cybersecurity expert and board member Ron Green, NACD.DC®, joins Dylan Sandlin to discuss the specific risks directors face, how threat actors exploit access to sensitive company information, and the practical digital hygiene habits that can make a real difference on and off the board.

Listen now: https://direc.to/fWcc

Private company boards are navigating growing complexity from capital strategy and succession to AI and cybersecurity ov...
04/28/2026

Private company boards are navigating growing complexity from capital strategy and succession to AI and cybersecurity oversight.

To support this evolving landscape, we've launched a new Private Company Steering Committee. Bringing together experienced directors and executives from family-owned, founder-led, private equity-baked, and employee-owned companies, the group will help share our resources, programming and insights for this critical segment of the governance community.

Grounded in our "by directors, for directors" mission, the committee will help strengthen boardroom leadership and deliver where it matters most.

Learn more: https://direc.to/fVwY

04/22/2026

Generational transitions can reshape the future of a family business, often requiring difficult strategic choices and a shift away from legacy operations.

On the BoardVision™ podcast, Charli Bitzer, chair and CEO of ABARTA, joined NACD's Kait Armstrong to discuss how boards can help guide these moments while balancing family dynamics and long-term value.

Listen now. https://direc.to/fV38

Strategy today is only as strong as its ex*****on. However, according to our 2026 Governance Outlook survey, nearly 60% ...
04/21/2026

Strategy today is only as strong as its ex*****on. However, according to our 2026 Governance Outlook survey, nearly 60% of directors identify oversight of strategy ex*****on as a primary area for board improvement.

We're pleased to announce today that the 2026 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission, cochaired by Dorlisa Flur, NACD.DC®, and Jay D. Miller, NACD.DC® will develop practical guidance to help boards rise to this challenge, giving them tools and guidance to separate signals from the noise and to have disciplined discussions on scenario planning, risk appetite, and innovation.

Their work will culminate in a report released at NACD Directors Summit™ this fall that boards can use to:

- govern strategic pivots without overreach;
- monitor ex*****on quality and leadership strength under pressure; and
- build board and leadership capacity to operate more efficiently under uncertainty.

Discover the full list of commissioners and stay tuned for commission updates. https://direc.to/fV7s

Effective cyber oversight is about asking the right questions, building the right structures, and ensuring your organiza...
04/16/2026

Effective cyber oversight is about asking the right questions, building the right structures, and ensuring your organization is prepared before a crisis demands it.

The fifth edition of the Director's Handbook on Cyber-Risk Oversight, developed in partnership with the Internet Security Alliance, outlines a principled, practical framework for overseeing cyber risk with the same rigor applied to every other strategic priority in the boardroom. The six core principles are designed to guide boards through today's threats and prepare for the future.

Learn more: https://direc.to/fVRE

03/19/2026

Board culture is the foundation of how directors make decisions, manage conflict, and govern effectively together.

In the latest BoardVision™ podcast episode, Beth Albright, NACD.DC speaks with NACD advisor Susan Paley about why boardroom culture matters, how chairs can manage dominant voices, and how the moments outside the boardroom are just as important as the ones inside.

Listen now: https://direc.to/fTAG

Board oversight is expanding, requiring directors to guide organizations through challenges ranging from the speed of st...
03/17/2026

Board oversight is expanding, requiring directors to guide organizations through challenges ranging from the speed of start-up company governance to workforce disruptions.

The new Spring 2026 issue of Directorship® magazine explores how directors can navigate these evolving dynamics, including building trust between start-up boards and founders, guiding family businesses through ownership transitions, and strengthening board presentations.

NACD members, read the full issue: https://direc.to/fTD8

Strong board partnerships can elevate a CEO's leadership.Continuing their conversation on the BoardVision™ podcast, Wayn...
02/25/2026

Strong board partnerships can elevate a CEO's leadership.

Continuing their conversation on the BoardVision™ podcast, Wayne Peacock and Dona Young, NACD.DC®, cochairs of the 2025 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission, share a CEO's perspective on what helps boards and executives thrive together, from offering guidance without micromanaging to fostering transparency and long-term alignment.

Listen now. https://direc.to/fT4j

Strong board-CEO partnerships are built on clear expectations, steady leadership, and trust that endures through uncerta...
02/18/2026

Strong board-CEO partnerships are built on clear expectations, steady leadership, and trust that endures through uncertainty.

In the latest BoardVision™ episode, Wayne Peacock and Dona Young, NACD.DC®, draw on their experience as cochairs of the 2025 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission to share what directors value most in a CEO today. They discuss setting expectations early, navigating disagreement, and sustaining transparency when pressures rise.

Listen to the episode now: https://direc.to/fTZN

Director pay continues to rise, but expectations for boards are rising faster.Our 27th annual Director Compensation Repo...
01/29/2026

Director pay continues to rise, but expectations for boards are rising faster.

Our 27th annual Director Compensation Report, produced in collaboration with Pearl Meyer is now available. This year's findings show median public company director compensation increased 3% year over year, even as boards take on expanded oversight of technology, risk, and complex governance challenges.

As boards head into a new year of heightened expectations, the report offers a timely look at how director pay and governance practices compare across peers, highlighting simpler compensation structures and evolving focus on board leadership roles.

Read the report to see how today's boards are adapting, and how your board compares. https://direc.to/fTm9

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