Latino Corporate Directors Association

Calendar of Events - Latino Corporate Directors Association

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LCDA Southeast Region Member Networking Reception Miami hosted by Greenberg Traurig
5/13/2025
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LCDA Board Strategic Planning Meeting
6/9/2025 - 6/10/2025
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LCDA Midwest Region Member Networking Reception hosted by Edelman
6/9/2025
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LCDA New England Region Networking Reception
7/17/2025
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LCDEF 2025 BoardReady Institute in Boston, MA
7/17/2025 - 7/18/2025
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Events in the month of March 2025

Date	Event
3/6/2025	Diligent Institute and Fortune Roundtable Series Cyber security attacks have more than doubled since the pandemic, according to the IMF. These rising threats are seemingly everywhere and are affecting both a company's reputation and bottom line. So, what is a board of directors to do? In this conversation, in partnership with the Diligent Institute, we will explore the rapidly changing landscape of cyber risk and oversight. We’ll speak with leading cyber security experts about how the board should work with the C-suite to include cyber risk in both the company’s strategy and culture, how to know whether management is focusing on the right cyber risks, and how to build a recovery plan if your company is the victim of a cyber-attack. We’ll also take a look at the role of the CISO and why this position is becoming increasingly difficult for some companies to fill. While not all board members are cyber experts, this critical session will provide key steps to help protect your company from cyber threats. Why Attend? This exclusive engagement is available by invitation only extended to LCDA members. A limited number of seats are available - request an invitation to gain invaluable insights and strategies for addressing today’s business and governance challenges. Date: Thursday March 6, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET Location: This is a VIRTUAL round table Registration: Request an invitation and state you are an LCDA member HERE
3/10/2025	Midwest Chicago Regional Member Mixer LCDA is excited to invite you to an exclusive Midwest Region Member Mixer hosted by members Guillermo Beade and Rodrigo Sierra. Enjoy an opportunity to network, connect, and engage with fellow LCDA Members over hors d'oeuvres, and cocktails. Attendance is limited, please RSVP early to secure your space. Date: Monday, March 10, 2025 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM CT Location: To be provided after registration is confirmed. Registration: Members can register via the LCDA Mighty Network Community or via emails they receive about the event. For partners that wish to register or for any questions related to the event, contact Larell Rodriguez at lrodriguez@latinocorporatedirectors.org more info...
3/11/2025	Southwest Arizona Member Networking Reception Join LCDA for an exclusive cocktail reception at Paradise Valley, AZ on Tuesday, March 11, bringing together members of the Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA) and distinguished executives interested in corporate board service. Our host, LCDA Member and Former President & CEO of Leslie’s Inc., Steven Ortega, will welcome guests for an evening of networking and conversation. As part of the program, LCDA President & CEO, Ozzie Gromada Meza, and Suzanne Sinclair, Co-Managing Partner, Marie Norman will share insights on the current dynamics of board composition and LCDA’s mission to advance Latino representation in boardrooms nationwide. Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Time: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM MT Location: To be provided after registration is confirmed. Attire: Business Casual Enjoy: Cocktails & Heavy Hors d'Oeuvres Attendance is limited—please RSVP early to secure your spot. If you are unable to attend, kindly let us know, as space is near capacity and we’d love to offer your slot to another member. LCDA reserves the right to cancel any registration. more info...
3/19/2025	Nasdaq Future of the Boardroom Series Nasdaq Future of the Boardroom Series: Public vs. Private Company Practices This 3-part webinar series will discuss the differences in corporate governance structures, practices and trends in public companies and private companies. We will review public and private company data from Nasdaq’s 2024 Global Governance Pulse Survey that gathered feedback from nearly 900 directors and executives of corporations across industries and countries globally. Leaders from Nasdaq’s Board Advisory team and leading corporate directors will interpret this data and share frameworks and advice from the differences they have experienced in private and public company boards. Register for any or all of the webinars in the series: HERE Part 1: Board Composition and Culture This session will focus on how to build and maintain well-balanced board composition aligned to the company's business and requirements and foster a culture that promotes governance excellence. Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025 Time: 2:00 PM EST Speakers: Charles Neidenbach, Director of Board Advisory,Nasdaq Kaley Childs Karaffa, Head of Board Advisory, Americas Stephen Perrone, Director of Board Advisory Daphne E. Jones, Director, AMN Healthcare, Barnes Group and Masonite International, David Shaw, Publishing Director of Directors & Boards Part 2: Board Evaluations Wed, Feb 19, 2025 2:00 PM EST The second session in this series will focus on how regular board evaluations help drive continuous board improvement and good governance. Speakers: Nasdaq's Charles Neidenbach, Director of Board Advisory; Kaley Childs Karaffa, Head of Board Advisory, Americas; Stephen Perrone, Director of Board Advisory; Tom Petro, Director, Derstine’s Inc., Fintegra and Univest, along with David Shaw, Publishing Director of Directors & Boards. Part 3: CEO Evaluations and Board-Management Relations Organizations benefit when CEO evaluations are designed to provide accountability and guidance for growth and long-term success. Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 Time: 2:00 PM EDT Speakers: Charles Neidenbach, Director of Board Advisory, Nasdaq Kaley Childs Karaffa, Head of Board Advisory, Americas Stephen Perrone, Director of Board Advisory Shannon Nash, Director and Compensation Committee Chair, SoFi Bank David Shaw, Publishing Director of Directors & Boards
3/20/2025	KPMG Board Leadership Center Webcast \| State of AI: A Boardroom Perspective Join KPMG as delve into the current state of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI)—now in year three and poised with transformational promise. Moving from employee experimentation to adoption at scale—(re)training workers, driving behavioral change, and understanding its potential as an autonomous agent with less “human in the loop”—are emerging priorities as companies pursue the efficiencies and strategic imperatives of GenAI. 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. Why attend? KPMG survey findings will inform our conversation with insights on the challenges, risks, and governance issues shaping GenAI discussions in today’s boardrooms. FEATURED SPEAKERS: Claudia H. Allen, Senior Advisor, KPMG Board Leadership Center, KPMG US Pär Edin, AI Go-to-Market Leader, Advisory, KPMG LLP Erik Brynjolfsson, Jerry Yang and Akiko Yamazaki Professor and Senior Fellow, Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI 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: Thursday, March 20, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST Location: Webcast REGISTRATION LINK Any questions about or issues with KPMG webcasts may be emailed to the Webcast team at us-kpmgwebcasts@kpmg.com.
3/26/2025	Nasdaq Center for Board Excellence: The Evolving Face of Corporate Activism Join the Nasdaq Center for Board Excellence for a webinar discussion on the evolving landscape of corporate activism. Their experts will reflect on established corporate strategies, explore emerging trends and preparedness measures and speak to Nasdaq’s ‘2024 Activist Year in Review’. We will analyze the shifting landscape, including new activist types, settlement trends, and key factors influencing boardrooms today. Why Attend? Receive a comprehensive overview of the complexities surrounding corporate engagement and offer practical strategies to adapt and thrive in an environment marked by unpredictability. Speakers: Moderator: Gabriella Halasz-Clarke, Head of Governance and Sustainability Solutions, Nasdaq Derek Zaba, Partner, Sidley Austin LLP Pamela Codo-Lotti, Global Chief Operating Officer of Activism and Shareholder Advisory, Goldman Sachs Tyson McCabe, Head of Americas Advisory, IR Intelligence, Nasdaq Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 Time: 1:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET Location: This is a Virtual Webinar. REGISTER HERE
3/30/2025 -4/2/2025	KPMG 2025 Board Leadership Conference From March 30 to April 2, the KPMG Board Leadership Center will host their annual Board Leadership Conference in Carlsbad, California at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, where attendees will engage with luminaries and peers about some of the most relevant issues on board agendas today. Why Attend? The program will offer a rich dialogue on a variety of business issues that are top of mind for corporate board directors, including sessions tailored for audit committees. As an LCDA Member, you will have the opportunity to register for this event at no cost! Please note: Conference programming is targeted for public company corporate directors. Featured Speakers Richard Haass, President Emeritus, Council on Foreign Relations and Senior Counselor, Centerview Partners John Kerry, 68th US Secretary of State, Former Senator (MA) and Special Presidential Envoy for Climate George Stephanopoulos, Anchor, Good Morning America, and This Week, ABC New Access to this event is an exclusive benefit for LCDA Members. To register for this event, please email Larell Rodriguez at lrodriguez@latinocorporatedirectors.org. If you have questions regarding the event, please feel free to reach out to the Board Leadership Center team.

Nasdaq Future of the Boardroom Series: Public vs. Private Company Practices