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Register for "Making a Difference As a New Board Director"

Board leaders and CEOs will share candid, real-world experiences, alongside workshops and thought-provoking conversations to help early and aspiring directors thrive and excel.

Join us June 10–11 in Nashville to learn how to leverage your board packet, master boardroom communication, ask the right questions, navigate boardroom culture, and prepare for tough decisions. Walk away with your road map for impactful board service.

NACD Invites Nominations for the 2024 Directorship 100™ Awards

The nomination period for the 2024 Directorship 100™ Awards is now open. Nominate a director or governance leader who has made remarkable contributions to the corporate governance community this year. 

Don't miss this opportunity—nominations close on June 30. 

Director Essentials: Data Governance and Oversight

Before your board can leverage data to achieve strategic goals, it must first establish proper governance over it. Read the latest Director Essentials to learn necessary fundamentals and best practices for gaining value from data assets.

Documenting Governance

Governance documents serve as a critical road map for a board’s success. View our curated resources to get started on creating or updating your essential board documents.

Get Ahead with NACD Climate Governance Resources

The SEC recently voted on its much-anticipated climate disclosure rule. Access our well-curated resources that help boards build climate oversight strategies, meet new expectations, and transition their organizations towards future growth.

Directorship® Magazine: Spring 2024

The spring edition of NACD’s Directorship Magazine is now available. Stay ahead of the curve on climate initiatives, technology, and social governance as boards attempt to navigate the best path forward.

BoardVision Podcast, the Official Podcast of NACD

What does the boardroom of the future look like? How can boards help their organizations be resilient in the face of the unknown? Hear from world-class governance leaders on the newly launched BoardVision podcast who answer these questions.

NACD Directors Summit TM

October 6-9, 2024 | Washington, DC Area

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Be a part of the most influential conference for board directors to gain invaluable insights, trusted foresight, and unparalleled networking opportunities.

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NACD Certification and Education

NACD Directorship Certification®

Enhance your board leadership with access to the premier director designation in the United States.

AI Workshop

The new NACD AI Workshop focuses on both the risks and opportunities inherent in AI.

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NACD Directorship® Magazine

NACD members can access a digital edition of magazine issues and other editorial content.

Directorship Essentials

An interactive e-learning series providing case studies, core governance, and practical tools for effective directorship

Public Company Board Practices

An overview of boardroom practices on significant topics including ESG, artificial intelligence (AI), and human capital.

Virtual Director Professionalism®

An online boardroom fundamentals course with an immersive approach to the practices of modern governance.