LCDA Partner Kirkland & Ellis, along with LCDA Diversity Ally Ascend Pinnacle invite members for an informative evening of cocktails and conversation. This event will delve into the critical topic of shareholder activism and navigating the ever-changing social and political risk landscape.  As a diversity ally, Ascend Pinnacle is focused on strengthening the network of Pan-Asian corporate board directors, developing future Board candidates, and convening with like-minded associations to advance inclusive governance.

Why attend? To learn about a critical topic affecting boardrooms in 2024 and network with LCDA members and governance professionals. This is a free, invite-only event.

This event is presented to you as an exclusive member benefit and through the LCDA/Kirkland & Ellis/Ascend Pinnacle partnership. 

Speakers:
Selena LaCroix, Vice Chair, Korn Ferry Board & Technology Practice, Boards: NACD NTX
Ed Lee, Partner, Kirkland & Ellis Mergers & Acquisitions, Shareholder Activism Defense
Shaun Mathew, Partner, Kirkland & Ellis, Shareholder Activism & Hostile Takeover Defense

Date: January 11, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM CT
Location: Kirkland & Ellis LLP, 4550 Travis Street, Dallas, TX 75205
 

Audience: The event is targeted for board-aspiring and experienced corporate directors.
Fee: Complimentary
Registration: If you are interested in attending this event, please email Justin Reyes at Jreyes@latinocorportatedirectors.org to be added to the registration list. 

Spencer Stuart’s North American Board Practice is pleased to invite LCDA members to a breakfast discussion with a group of their peers on what’s top-of-mind for board directors and how boards can prepare for the 2024 proxy season. Drawing on insights from the 2023 U.S. Spencer Stuart Board Index, their director pulse surveys, and their work with clients, they will lead a discussion on a range of governance issues including board composition, board effectiveness, and CEO succession.

Ensure to RSVP at your earliest convenience as spaces are limited.

Date: January 16, 2024
Time: 8:30 - 10:00 AM CT
Location: The Austonian, 200 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701

REGISTRATION LINK

• Claudia H. Allen, Senior Advisor, KPMG Board Leadership Center, KPMG US 
• Susan M. Angele, Senior Advisor, KPMG Board Leadership Center, KPMG US 
• Annalisa Barrett, Senior Advisor, KPMG Board Leadership Center, KPMG US
• Stephen L. Brown, Senior Advisor, KPMG Board Leadership Center, KPMG US

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.

• How do human reactions to risk influence our economic decisions?
• What role does psychology play in designing executive compensation?
• What are the best practices of conventional pay-for-performance from the perspective of shareholders and other stakeholders?
• What best practices drive optimal talent attraction and retention outcomes?
• How can compensation design more effectively influence behaviors?

• Dr. Angela Beatty, Senior Managing Director, Human Resources, Global Talents, Rewards, EX, Accenture
• Ike Harris, Independent Director, Lumentum; Board Member, Trajectory Foundation
• Joel Kanter, President, Windy City, Inc.; Chair, Rheos Medical Corp.; Chair, Black Student Fund; Board Co-Chair, Kennedy Center's National Committee for the Performing Arts; Advisory Board Co-Chair, Johns Hopkins Center For Gun Violence Solutions
• Ken Kuk, Sr. Director, Executive Compensation and Board Advisory, WTW