As an extension to Silicon Valley Directors' Exchange private company board series in 2023, this session will address the economy, financial challenges, and risk management for start-up boards. The last few years have been an economic rollercoaster, and entrepreneurial companies have gone through quite a ride. How have start-up boards addressed issues such as inflation, supply chain issues, and geopolitics? What types of strategies should start-up boards consider for future economic downturns and upswings? And how have recent banking woes impacted the future of how private companies consider their finances?

Join our panel of experts as they continue to demystify the start-up board and discuss how economics and risk management play a significant role in a board member’s fiduciary duties.

SPEAKERS:
Jack Lazar
Anita Lynch
Brian Patterson

MODERATOR:
Banafsheh Akhlaghi

Date: October 3, 2023
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM PT
Location: This event will be online via Zoom webinar. 

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The Brennan School of Business will host representatives from the Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA) to share research and discuss its robust initiatives to increase Latino representation on Illinois corporate boards.

Diversity on corporate boards is proven to be good for business and, with Latinos numbering nearly 20% of the US population, it makes sense for boardrooms to include Latinos to offer insight into the new mainstream economy. The reality is that for years Latinos have been systematically excluded and bypassed for a seat at the table. The Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA), a membership-based organization of US Latinos at the highest level of corporate leadership and corporate governance, was formed to change this reality and increase US Latino representation on corporate boards by raising visibility of the ample Hispanic/Latino talent primed for the boardroom.

Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Time: 5:30 - 8:30 PM CT
Location: The Chicago Club, 81 E. Van Buren Street, Chicago IL, 60605 (Google Map)

Registration: Click here to register for this event.

NACD Summit is an annual event where the most influential minds in governance gather to advance board effectiveness. It’s an experience that celebrates opportunity and positive change in boardrooms, and the event attracts thousands of professionals globally. 

From cybersecurity and ESG principles to mapping out the future of the American board, the NACD Summit has the content, sessions, and peer networking to prepare you for what’s ahead.

Click here to learn more about this year's summit.

 Join Paul Hastings for an insightful webinar session, where panelists will delve deep into discussions on:

• Shareholder and management proposal results
• Emerging corporate governance trends and top recommendations
• Latest developments in shareholder activism

Meet the Panelists:

Sean Donahue
Chair, Public Company Advisory and Co-Chair, Shareholder Activism & Takeover Defense

Brandon Bortner
Partner, Securities & Capital Markets
 

Join us for an exclusive LCDA Regional Network Virtual Get-Together, exclusively for LCDA members located in the Mountain Region, which includes CO, ID, MT, NV, UT, and WY. This event is scheduled for Friday, October 20, 2023, from 8:00-9:00 AM MT. Don't miss this chance to connect with your peers, share personal and professional updates, and discuss upcoming events. Rocio Summers and Lisa Ramirez, an LCDA member, will be leading this virtual event.

This event will take place via Zoom Meeting, and the registration link will be sent to you once your membership has been confirmed. Register now to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to network and learn from your fellow LCDA members.

Event Details:

• Audience: LCDA Members in the Mountain Region (CO, ID, MT, NV, UT, and WY)
• Date: Friday, October 20, 2023
• Time: 8:00-9:00 AM MT
• Location: Zoom Meeting. The meeting link will be sent to you once you have registered.

Strong corporate governance is critical for any business to survive and thrive. But what about private companies whose shares are not in public hands? Even though private companies are not accountable to various stakeholders, they still have a workforce, customers, partners, and suppliers. In a world of immediate information and social media wildfire, companies must consider transparency and accountability on many fronts. How is good corporate governance managed within private companies and why is it vital for the health of the business?

Join this SVDX webinar to hear from a panel of experts on the nuances of corporate governance within private companies and the role that the board plays.

SPEAKERS:
Evan Epstein
Heidi Roizen

MODERATOR:
F. Daniel Siciliano

Date: October 25, 2023
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Location: This event will be online via Zoom webinar. 

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Join KPMG for this timely dialogue with Ian Bremmer, President and Founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, on the forces reshaping the geopolitical landscape and the implications for business and the boardroom. Hosted by KPMG Board Leadership Center Leader John Rodi, the webcast will include insights from the new KPMG‑Eurasia Group paper, Shifting geopolitics and the role of the board, offering practical takeaways for a holistic approach to geopolitical risk governance.

The KPMG Board Leadership Center (BLC) champions outstanding corporate governance to drive long-term value and enhance stakeholder confidence. Through an array of insights, perspectives, and programs, the BLC—which includes the KPMG Audit Committee Institute and close collaboration with other leading director organizations—promotes continuous education and improvement of public and private company governance. BLC engages with directors and business leaders on the critical issues driving board agendas—from strategy, risk, talent, and ESG to data governance, audit quality, proxy trends, and more. Learn more at kpmg.com/us/blc.

Continuing professional education

There will be one continuing professional education (CPE) credit available to US participants who participate in the live webcast and meet the eligibility requirements. The webcast will last approximately one hour.

After registering for this event, you will receive webcast log-in instructions.

Date: October 31, 2023
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET
Location: Webcast

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