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Access key resources on ensuring compliance, upholding ethical standards, and understanding liability risks within the board's scope of oversight.

Gain insights into how cybersecurity, AI, & technology impact the boardroom.

Explore resources to guide the board's decision-making processes and mitigate risks.

Discover content focused on board oversight of the company's workforce to drive sustainable growth.

Leadership Council Articles

A collection of thought leadership exclusively written by NACD Northern California's Leadership Council members.

Board Evaluation: From Ritual to Strategic Advantage by Foley and Lardner LLP

Louis Lehot, NACD Northern California Leadership Council member, and Kelly Boyd, partners at Foley & Lardner LLP, share practical guidance on how boards can use evaluations as a strategic advantage rather than a compliance exercise.

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Why Zero Trust Is a Strategic Imperative for Corporate Boards by Zscaler

Jay Chaudhry, CEO, Founder, and Chair of Zscaler, shares his insights on why zero trust is a strategic imperative for corporate boards and key cybersecurity risks that NACD members should be aware of.

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Navigating the M&A Risk Landscape in 2025 by Foley & Lardner LLP

Louis Lehot, partner at Foley and Lardner shares his insights on the return of M&A in 2025 and key governance risks that NACD members should be aware of.

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Key Governance Risks for 2025: Directors and Officers Insurance by Heffernan Insurance Brokers

Joseph Talmadge, Senior Vice President of Heffernan Insurance Brokers shares his insights on key governance risks in 2025.

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Geopolitical Risk in 2025 by EY

Donoghue Clarke, Managing Principal, EY and Robyn Bew, EY Center for Board Matters share their insights on geopolitical risk in 2025.

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Short, timely videos from NACD Northern California's partners to keep you up to date in the rapidly evolving governance environment.

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