NACD Board Leader Exchanges
Lead Independent Director Exchange
Director Development Framework
Webinars
Upcoming Exchanges
April 15, 2026 (Washington, DC)
September 16, 2026 (New York, NY)
Engage with fellow lead directors serving Fortune 500 companies to exchange best practices and ideas on leading effective boards, managing board culture and dynamics, and enhancing governance structures. Gain actionable insights to better fulfill your independent leadership role.
Past meetings welcomed Fortune 500 lead directors from various industries and companies including Bristol-Myers Squibb, Best Buy Co., and Commercial Metals Co. This is a unique opportunity to engage in candid discussions with your board peers in an intimate setting (~20–25 directors).
Forums are held in unique venues that few have access to, offering an atmosphere for high-impact conversations. They are coupled with memorable events that take you outside of your day-to-day. Attendees have enjoyed meetings at JP Morgan Chase & Co. and a private tour of 30 Rock Studios and NBC Universal.
Thank you to our sponsors KPMG and Sidley Austin, LLP

