In today’s more complex and transparent governance world, the relationship between executive management and the board, coupled with their ability to provide board leadership, is critical to maximizing a company’s chance of success. Specifically developed for CEOs, independent chairmen, and lead directors, the Chairman & CEO Peer Forum will provide an in-depth discussion of critical, and sometimes sensitive, issues. Participants will have the opportunity to share best practices with their peers, allowing everyone to take away ideas and tools needed to more effectively lead their board in its oversight responsibilities.
The Chairman & CEO Peer Forum is based largely upon peer interaction. Throughout the 2-day event, attendees will have several opportunities to meet in closed-door, off-the-record peer groups for candid discussions of challenges and solutions. The event will also include panel sessions with valuable counseling from experienced board chairs and respected board advisers on topics like strategic planning, managing risk, and board structure and culture.
Whether CEOs, chairmen, and lead directors want to validate their leadership style and methods with their peers or learn how the most experienced board leaders handle their duties under fire, the Chairman & CEO Peer Forum will provide participants the opportunity to improve their governing skill set.
Why You Should Attend:
The SEC has recently expanded their leadership structure disclosure rules for the 2010 proxy season. Specifically, companies will have to disclose why they have chosen to combine or separate the CEO and Chairman positions. What proxy advisory firms will advise on withholding votes on this issue remains to be seen. While many debate the pros and cons of splitting the CEO and chairman roles and what works for one company may not work for another, there is no debate that whether a board has a non-executive chairman or a lead director, an effective management-board relationship can be the difference between average performers and great companies that reward their investors with high returns.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to:
- Participate in peer groups with a mix of companies in various industries from across the country. Throughout the program, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in three different sets of peers.
- Hear success stories from high performing boards. Learn from CEOs and Chairmen/Lead Directors who have been in the trenches just like you.
- Exchange ideas to take away new initiatives to improve your performance.
- Interact with respected industry advisers to gain valuable insights and suggestions.
For questions about the program, please contact Corporate Board Member’s conference department at conferences@boardmember.com or (615) 309-3200.