National Association of Corporate Directors@NACD

As the recognized authority on leading boardroom practices, NACD empowers 24,000+ directors to lead with confidence.

 Arlington, VA
nacdonline.org
Joined August 2008
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Board composition gets plenty of intentionality on the way in. On the BoardVision™ podcast, Evelyn Dilsaver explores how boards can approach director departures thoughtfully, from recognizing when it's time for a change to supporting a smooth transition. direc.to/fXZB
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We're proud to announce the finalists for the 2026 NACD Directorship 100™ Awards, recognizing exceptional board leadership across the B. Kenneth West Lifetime Achievement Award and Director of the Year for Public, Private, and Nonprofit organizations. direc.to/fX5N
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On the latest BoardVision™ podcast episode, audit committee chair Evelyn Dilsaver examines the mechanisms boards use to refresh composition, how to protect institutional knowledge through transition, and why culture and refreshment are inseparable. direc.to/fXWs
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We're pleased to announce the appointment of Mohamed Younis as senior vice president, content, and Marian Stevens as senior vice president, human resources, joining the NACD executive leadership team. Read the full announcement: ow.ly/zRFn50Zcg83
Announcement of Mohamed Younis and Marian Stevens joining the NACD Executive Leadership Team with their blurred portraits.

ALT Announcement of Mohamed Younis and Marian Stevens joining the NACD Executive Leadership Team with their blurred portraits.
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In the new BoardVision™, 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 practical digital hygiene habits. direc.to/fV3r
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We’ve launched a Private Company Steering Committee, bringing together experienced directors and executives from multiple ownership models to strengthen resources, programming, and insights. Learn more: direc.to/fVwV
NACD announces a new Private Company Steering Committee to enhance governance in private companies.

ALT NACD announces a new Private Company Steering Committee to enhance governance in private companies.
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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. direc.to/fV3r
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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 strengthen oversight of strategy execution. Learn more: direc.to/fV7P
Portraits of Dorlisa Flur and Jay D. Miller named cochairpersons of the 2026 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission on Board Oversight of Strategy Execution.

ALT Portraits of Dorlisa Flur and Jay D. Miller named cochairpersons of the 2026 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission on Board Oversight of Strategy Execution.
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The 5th edition of the Director's Handbook on Cyber-Risk Oversight, developed in partnership with @ISAlliance, outlines a practical framework for overseeing cyber risk with the same rigor applied to other strategic priorities in the boardroom. direc.to/fVRH
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In the latest BoardVision™ podcast episode, Beth Albright, NACD.DC, speaks with 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. direc.to/fTAA
Professional headshot of Beth Albright in a red blazer alongside text about investing in board culture for NACD's Board Vision event.

ALT Professional headshot of Beth Albright in a red blazer alongside text about investing in board culture for NACD's Board Vision event.
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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 and guiding family businesses through ownership transitions. direc.to/fTDZ
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Wayne Peacock and Dona Young, NACD.DC®, cochairs of the 2025 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission, share a CEO's perspective on how boards and executives thrive, from offering guidance without micromanaging to fostering transparency and long-term alignment. direc.to/fT4d
Graphic titled 'What CEOs Expect from Their Boards' featuring speakers Wayne Peacock and Dona Young from NACD's Blue Ribbon Commission.

ALT Graphic titled 'What CEOs Expect from Their Boards' featuring speakers Wayne Peacock and Dona Young from NACD's Blue Ribbon Commission.
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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. direc.to/fTZK
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Our Director Compensation Report, produced with Pearl Meyer is now available. Findings show median public company director compensation increased 3% year over year, as boards take on expanded oversight of technology, risk, and governance challenges. direc.to/fTmP
2025-2026 Director Compensation Report featuring data from Pearl Meyer's analysis, presented by NACD with a futuristic blue and purple digital background.

ALT 2025-2026 Director Compensation Report featuring data from Pearl Meyer's analysis, presented by NACD with a futuristic blue and purple digital background.
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In the new BoardVision™ episode, Katrinka McCallum, NACD.DC®, joins Susan Paley to explore how board networks evolve over a director's career, and how to make networking purposeful, not performative. direc.to/fTgQ
Professional portrait of Katrinka McCallum with text about the power of board networks and her role as Director at ACI Worldwide and Intrusion.

ALT Professional portrait of Katrinka McCallum with text about the power of board networks and her role as Director at ACI Worldwide and Intrusion.
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This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming NACD board members Nora Denzel, Mary Winston, and Jesús Mantas to our all-staff meeting. We're grateful for their time and the opportunity to learn from leaders shaping our governance community.
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In the latest BoardVision™ podcast episode, 2025 NACD Directorship 100™ Private Company Director of the Year, Jack Lazar shares lessons from his time in Silicon Valley, from working with visionary founders to shaping private company boards that scale. nacdonline.org/all-governanc…
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ALT Professional headshot of a man in a suit accompanying a presentation titled 'Lessons from Silicon Valley' by Jack Lazar, highlighting his leadership roles and awards.
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The latest issue of Directorship Magazine is now available. It celebrates the 2025 NACD Directorship 100™ honorees and their remarkable contributions to boardroom excellence, recently recognized at our annual gala. ow.ly/rxYE50XJNip
Directorship Boardroom Intelligence Winter 2026 Issue Now Available Visit nacdonline.org to Read Today!

ALT Directorship Boardroom Intelligence Winter 2026 Issue Now Available Visit nacdonline.org to Read Today!
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Celebrating the 2025 NACD Directorship 100™ honorees, directors whose leadership strengthens trust and elevates board performance. Congrats to this year’s Big Four honorees and the 100 directors and governance professionals. #NACDDirectorship100 ow.ly/Pxcp50XIzFX
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Directors are entering 2026 with a renewed focus on people, technology, and strategic execution. The 2026 Governance Outlook Report offers broader context and practical insights to help boards create long-term value and organizational resilience. direc.to/fRL5
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ALT 2026 Governance Outlook report cover with skyscrapers and theme of growth amidst disruption.
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