The Corporate Director Podcast

In this episode of Inside Today's Boardrooms, we’re joined by Brad Sorrels, Chair of the Corporate Governance Litigation Practice at Wilson Sonsini. Sorrels discusses board communications, the risks associated with poor communication, and best practices to follow.

In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we’re joined by Christine Heckart, Founder & CEO of Xapa, to explore the evolving dynamics of the workplace and the shifting motivations behind why we work. Christine delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by changing demographics and the increasing importance of aligning personal and professional values.

In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, we’re joined by Jon Szabo, Partner at Meridian Compensation Partners. Jon shares expert insights into the trends that compensation committees need to be aware of as they look toward 2025. He discusses the emerging areas that will demand more attention, the challenges that committees will face, and best practices.

In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we talk with Sophia Velastegui, a renowned advisor on AI business strategy with experiences at Microsoft, Google, and Apple. Sophia shares her insights on the evolution of AI in the business landscape, the importance of aligning AI strategy with overall business strategy, and how companies can address the risks associated with AI implementation.

In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, host Dottie Schindlinger talks with Maurice Crescenzi, Industry Practice Leader at Moody’s, about board oversight of enterprise risk management (ERM). They discuss the current state of ERM programs, the need for better risk benchmarking data, and effective communication strategies between management teams and the board.

In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, David Bray joins host Dottie Schindlinger to discuss the evolving landscape of boardroom leadership and governance amidst rapid technological advancements. Drawing from his extensive experience in technology and geopolitical risk, Bray offers insights into how companies can adapt to multiple technology revolutions, the importance of governance in maintaining organizational friction, and the role of AI in modern governance. He also shares his thoughts on creating safe spaces for leadership, the challenges of proportional responses to crises, and the future of boardroom dynamics.

In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Lisa Edwards, Executive Chair of the Diligent Institute, sits down with Catie Hall, Director at PwC's Governance Insights Center, to delve into the key findings from PwC’s 2024 Annual Corporate Directors Survey. With a focus on the concerns and attitudes of corporate directors, the discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the lack of board discussions on critical societal issues, the integration of generative AI strategies, and other significant insights from this year's survey.

In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, hosts Dottie Schindlinger and Meghan Day are joined by Lisa Bougie, an experienced independent director with roles on multiple prominent boards. Lisa shares her insights on integrating sustainability into corporate strategy, the challenges and misconceptions surrounding sustainability initiatives, and the importance of board education on climate action. She also discusses the evolving role of corporate boards and the critical skills needed to guide sustainability efforts effectively.

In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Lisa Edwards sits down with Tamara Brightwell, a corporate partner at Wilson Sonsini’s DC office, to discuss the significant trends from the last proxy season and what to expect in the upcoming 2025 proxy season. Tamara provides insights into the key issues that shareholders were most vocal about, emerging trends board members should prepare for, and evolving strategies for shareholder engagement and activism.

In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we’re joined by Jason Booth, Shareholder Activism Editor at Diligent Market Intelligence. He delves into a forthcoming report that examines IPO trends focusing on the notable characteristics and performance of companies that went public in 2021. Jason provides insightful analysis on governance features, the impact of SPACs, and their implications for both long-term and short-term investors.