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Maximize Human Capital for Organizational Success
Companies who focus on workforce development are better equipped to meet the challenges of human capital while maintaining organizational success and a competitive edge. Learn how to attract, retain, and nurture top talent while fostering a positive and productive workplace.
NACD offers extensive resources to support boards in overseeing talent acquisition, employee retention, and skill and leadership development. Our tools, templates, and articles provide directors with strategies for achieving workforce development and cultural enhancement.
Featured Report
Board Oversight of Human Capital
Learn about the board’s evolving role in overseeing human capital to assess and enhance practices of this vital—and, often, the most complex, form of capital.
Navigating Change: 2026 Compensation Committee Priorities
December 4 | 2:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. EST
1 Credit
Stay ahead of 2026’s compensation and human capital challenges. Join Pearl Meyer experts Jannice Koors and Susan Sandlund as they unpack the top five priorities shaping board oversight—from incentive design and investor expectations to leadership transitions and culture metrics—and offer practical strategies for directors to plan with clarity.
This program is available to NACD members and nonmembers.
Key Resources
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Tools for Success
Practical tools, templates, and more to put into action at your next meeting.
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Boardroom Tool
Board’s Role in CEO Well-Being
Proactively support CEO well-being by establishing a culture of openness and trust.
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Boardroom Tool
Boardroom Diplomacy: Mastering the Art of Difficult Conversations
Navigate sensitive discussions previously considered taboo in the boardroom.
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Boardroom Tool
Whistleblower Policy Sample
Outline the process to report and investigate potential wrongdoing.
Editor’s Picks
A selection of editorial content from Directorship® magazine, including online exclusives.
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Culture Oversight
Corporate Culture Under Pressure: What Boards Can Do
By John H. Rodi
Consider these actions to sharpen oversight of corporate culture as disruption and market pressures evolve.
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Feature
The Cultivation of 'Wave Jumpers'
By Colleen B. Brown and Vincent DiBianca
Equip your board to recognize and support leaders who can pivot, adapt, and transform businesses.
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Succession Planning
The Cost and Considerations for External Executive Candidates
By Angela Moe and Brian Bueno
Learn about recent trends in executive turnover and the pay considerations for hiring internal and external leaders.
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Directorship Magazine
The Hybrid Work Dilemma
Boards should help management balance optimizing costs with fostering a supportive workplace.
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Directorship Magazine
Preparing for the Future of Work
Talent, operations, and reputation are inseparable and boards should adapt their approach.