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Director Essentials: Oversight of CEO Activism
When a CEO takes a public stance on a social or political issue, the stakes for the company are high. Whether to speak out or stay silent is a critical governance decision that requires the right preparation. NACD provides members with the insights and frameworks needed to navigate these sensitive issues with discipline and clarity. Join today to access this resource.
Leading Minds of Governance & Tech
When shareholders push back on executive pay, risk decisions, or board performance, preparation is everything. Leading Minds of Governance & Tech is a one-day program built around the boardroom challenges directors are facing right now. Open to members and nonmembers. NACD members attend complimentary, with membership unlocking this benefit and more.
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NACD Directors Summit™ 2026
Investors are asking tougher questions and boards are expected to have stronger answers. NACD Directors Summit™ brings together governance leaders for timely conversations on shareholder expectations, activism, and board performance. Join NACD and take part in the dialogue shaping boardrooms today.
An Investor's View of Board Quality
Want to know how institutional investors are judging your board? CalSTRS senior portfolio manager Aeisha Mastagni walks through what investors look for in director roles and responsibilities, where boards lose credibility fast, and how shareholder engagement shapes the way institutions interact with and influence governance. Join NACD to access more conversations shaping modern governance.
What Is a Total Equity Story, and Why Does It Matter?
Every board has an equity story. Not every board knows if it holds up. This NACD Online Exclusive walks directors through what it takes to build one. Join to access the practical tools directors rely on to engage investors with confidence.
Governing Into the Future
The boards that earn lasting investor trust think beyond the next vote. NACD members access courses like Governing Into the Future to build the governance instincts and practical tools that hold up when shareholder expectations are at their most demanding. Join to enroll.
Three Themes Driving Shareholder Activism in 2026
Shareholder activism is evolving quickly, and boards are being challenged to demonstrate stronger strategic discipline, clearer value creation, and greater operational focus. NACD members can explore the latest governance insights on the trends driving activism in 2026.
Go-Private Deals: What Every Director Should Know
A go-private deal puts everything under a microscope. Join NACD New England for a candid discussion on navigating the process without losing credibility or exposing themselves to activist scrutiny. Join NACD to access member pricing and the full library of governance programming.
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