Inside the Boardroom: Judgment Calls, Governance Tensions, and Director Effectiveness

Boards are operating in an environment of heightened scrutiny, complexity, and risk—and the margin for error has narrowed and appropriate representation at the table is crucial.

Drawing on the most pressing governance questions raised by directors over the past 90 days, this experienced panel will explore how boards are navigating CEO and Board succession planning, director recruitment, term limits, depth & diversity of thought, geopolitical risk, and board effectiveness in practice.

Designed for both experienced directors and those aspiring to board roles, this session offers rare insight into how strong boards think, challenge management, and exercise judgment when the stakes are high.

Expect a dynamic, “no-slides” discussion touching on:

• Board Composition & Renewal

Term limits, succession for and beyond the CEO, and ensuring the right mix of skills, experience, and perspectives at the table.

• Director Recruitment & Effectiveness

Recruiting for soft skills, peer reviews, board matrices, and the role of management in evaluating board performance.

• Risk, Judgment & Oversight

From enterprise and geopolitical risk to reputational issues, conflicts, and when boards must lean into uncomfortable decisions. Specific issues and questions being put to Board members today.

• Diversity of Thought in Action

Moving beyond representation to ensure diverse perspectives are surfaced, debated, and reflected in board decisions.

Whether you are a seasoned director or preparing for your first board role, this session offers a timely look at how governance is evolving—and what effective directors must be ready to handle in this quarter's board meetings.