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BoardVision

BoardVision™, the official podcast of NACD, engages directors, aspiring directors, CEOs, executives, and the broader business community on significant issues facing corporate boards. Produced by the Directorship magazine team, the podcast is available on the third Wednesday of every month. In each episode, NACD speaks with industry leaders and governance experts to explore the stories and challenges of what it means to be a successful director.

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9:17

How Boards Can Catalyze Change

BoardVision ·

2026/09/30

What worked in the past won’t always lead a company forward. To guide effective transformation, boards should be less impressed by yesterday's success.In this special explainer episode featuring NACD strategic content partner Russell Reynolds Associates, Constantine Alexandrakis explores the ways boards can enable, rather than slow, change.Guest: Constantine Alexandrakis, CEO, Russell Reynolds Associates; author, The Catalyst CEORussell Reynolds Associates is a NACD strategic content

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28:31

A Board Playbook for Breakups

BoardVision ·

2026/09/16

A sale or divestiture is more than a financial transaction. For the board, there’s also the strategic alignment between asset and buyer and what value can be created after a deal closes.In this episode, RSM’s Joe Goldberg and Bethany Sensenig, a member of multiple boards, talk with NACD’s Mohamed Younis. Together, they discuss the board’s role in evaluating and guiding sales and divestitures, as well as in ensuring transaction readiness.Host: Mohamed Younis, senior vice president of

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17:20

The Art of the Board Exit

BoardVision ·

2026/08/26

Many companies don’t have procedures for offboarding directors. So, how can boards approach a conversation that's often overdue—and uncomfortable?In this episode, Evelyn Dilsaver, a director on the board of Bailard, Health Equity, and Somnigroup International, and NACD advisor Susan Paley unpack director offboarding. They discuss what may cause a director to step down, how boards can handle departures with care, and why succession planning is crucial.Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisorGuest:

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17:44

Refreshing the Boardroom

BoardVision ·

2026/08/19

Board refreshment may seem like a numbers game at some companies: years served, age reached. But curiosity, not tenure, is a key factor that determines whether a director still contributes effectively.In this episode, Evelyn Dilsaver, a director on the board of Bailard, Health Equity, and Somnigroup International, and NACD advisor Susan Paley discuss board refreshment strategies. They explore the mechanisms used for board refreshment, how to safeguard institutional knowledge, and why board

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30:17

Preparing for the Annual Meeting

BoardVision ·

2026/07/15

Board work is year-round. Case in point: Planning for the next proxy season starts when the current annual meeting ends.In this episode, board member Anne Sheehan talks with NACD advisor Susan Paley. Together, theydiscuss why companies hold annual shareholder meetings. They also dive into a typical annualmeeting agenda, the board’s role in reviewing proxy statements, and what a successful meetingoutcome looks like.Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisor Guest: Anne Sheehan, chair, nominating and

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26:55

Weathering Economic Uncertainty

BoardVision ·

2026/06/17

Directors are no strangers to volatility. But how can boards learn to separate signals from noise as the economic playbook they have relied on for years is rewritten? In this episode, Yolanda Daniel, a director on the boards of Leslie’s and Valtir and an experienced finance executive, and Dana Peterson, chief economist at The Conference Board, talk with NACD vice president of strategic engagement Marcel Bucsescu. Together, they discuss the forces reshaping the economy. They also explore the

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15:57

Protecting Directors: Physical Security

BoardVision ·

2026/05/27

Physical threat actors now bypass the “let’s talk about it” stage and go straight to acting on their grievances, says cybersecurity expert and board member Ron Green. That’s why directors must take their physical security seriously.In this episode, Green talks with NACD program manager of digital and cybersecurity content Dylan Sandlin. Together, they explore physical security for board members. They also discuss the connection between cybersecurity and physical security and how directors

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19:18

Protecting Directors: Cybersecurity

BoardVision ·

2026/05/20

As high–net-worth individuals with access to sensitive company information, board members areincreasingly targeted by cyber-threat actors. Awareness of these threats—and personalvigilance—are essential to stay protected.In this episode, cybersecurity expert and board member Ron Green talks with NACD programmanager of digital and cybersecurity content Dylan Sandlin. Together, they discuss personalcybersecurity for board members and the cyber risks they face. They also dive into how

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21:05

The Growing Pains of Family Businesses

BoardVision ·

2026/04/22

“Business is easy. Family business is hard,” says Charlie Bitzer, chair and CEO of ABARTA. Therelationships and dynamics within family-owned companies present distinct challenges for theirboards.In this episode, Bitzer talks with NACD senior member engagement advisor Kait Armstrong aboutthe governance of family-owned businesses. They discuss the difficulties of generational transitions,the importance of aligning culture between the board and the family, and how independentdirectors can

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29:53

Investing in Board Culture

BoardVision ·

2026/03/18

Culture is often described as the “operating system” of an organization. But what roledoes culture play in the boardroom, and how does it shape the way boards makedecisions?In this episode, Beth Albright, president and CEO of Saidia and a director on the boardof the NACD Philadelphia chapter, speaks with NACD advisor Susan Paley. Together,they explore why board culture matters. They also discuss the board chair’s role inmanaging dominant voices, how structured onboarding and “board buddies”

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19:42

What CEOs Expect from Their Boards

BoardVision ·

2026/02/25

For CEOs, a board’s support can make all the difference. But knowing what kind ofsupport to ask for isn’t always obvious.In this episode, Wayne Peacock, vice chair of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and theformer CEO of USAA, and Dona Young, a director on the boards of USAA, NACD, andSpahn & Rose, spoke with NACD director of governance content Mallory Bucher.Peacock and Young are cochairs of the NACD 2025 Blue Ribbon Commission. Peacockand Young are cochairs of the NACD 2025 Blue Ribbon

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23:03

What Boards Really Want from the CEO

BoardVision ·

2026/02/18

Boards have high expectations for CEOs, but what do directors truly want beyond the numbers and reports?In this episode, Wayne Peacock, vice chair of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and the former CEO of USAA, and Dona Young, a director on the boards of USAA, NACD, and Spahn & Rose, spoke with NACD director of governance content Mallory Bucher. Peacock and Young are cochairs of the NACD 2025 Blue Ribbon Commission. Together, they unpack what directors expect from CEOs. They also discuss

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31:23

The Power of Board Networks

BoardVision ·

2026/01/21

For some directors, networking may feel like a chore. But it can be one of the mostvaluable practices for deepening governance insights and staying current in theboardroom.In this episode, Katrinka McCallum, a director on the boards of ACI Worldwide andIntrusion, and NACD advisor Susan Paley explore the value of board networks. Theyalso discuss practical strategies for making networking purposeful rather thantransactional, ways to balance time and resources, and how a network evolves over

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30:50

Lessons from Silicon Valley

BoardVision ·

2025/12/17

Building governance from the ground up at early-stage companies is Jack Lazar’s specialty—and his favorite kind of challenge.In this episode, Lazar and NACD advisor Susan Paley explore Lazar’s extensive Silicon Valley career. They also discuss the nuances of private company board service, what it takes to work with visionary founders, and why effective governance always comes back to people and relationships.Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisor Guest: Jack Lazar, 2025 NACD Directorship 100™

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25:56

An Investor’s View of Board Quality

BoardVision ·

2025/11/19

How do investors assess the quality of boards? To start, they look for well-defined and transparent director roles and responsibilities, says Aeisha Mastagni, a CalSTRS senior portfolio manager.In this episode, Mastagni and NACD’s Marcel Bucsescu look at the investor’s perspective on board effectiveness. They explore the importance of clear disclosures, board quality red flags, and the ways in which Mastagni and other investors interact with and influence boards.Host: Marcel Bucsescu, NACD

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37:18

What It Takes to Be a Board Leader

BoardVision ·

2025/10/22

Boards don’t always need a well-known, “rock star” chair; sometimes, individuals who simply possess strong leadership qualities are more successful in the role. In this episode, board member Virginia Gambale and NACD advisor Susan Paley explore the role of independent chairs. They discuss the difference between board leaders and other board members, the relationships to prioritize in the role, and the qualities of effective chairs.Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisorGuest: Virginia Gambale,

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34:45

Coaching the CEO

BoardVision ·

2025/09/17

An executive coach is not typically an advisor, a problem solver, or a performance corrector. Rather, a coach is someone who helps with self-discovery, Dawn Zier says.In this episode, Zier, an executive leadership coach and board member, and NACD advisor Susan Paley discuss the role of coaches in the governance ecosystem. They explore when and why a CEO or C-suite coach may be necessary or desired; why this is a positive thing for executive leadership, the board, and the company; and the

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32:41

Transforming Technology Oversight

BoardVision ·

2025/08/20

It can feel impossible to distinguish between reality and hype when it comes to new technologies. But that’s exactly what strategic boards are doing, says Grant Thornton’s Adam Bowen.In this episode, Bowen and NACD’s Dylan Sandlin discuss the board’s role in tying digital transformation to strategy, how technology executives can work with the board, and how directors can stay current on new technologies.Host: Dylan Sandlin, program manager of digital and cybersecurity content at NACDGuest:

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28:23

Conquering Boardroom Impostor Syndrome

BoardVision ·

2025/07/16

Am I as good as my board peers? Do they think I’m a fraud? If you’ve found yourself asking such questions, you may be experiencing impostor syndrome.In this episode, board member and author Keith Dorsey and NACD advisor Susan Paley discuss impostor syndrome and self-doubt in the boardroom. They define what “impostor syndrome” is, how it manifests among directors, and how to tackle it individually and with peers.Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisorGuest: Keith Dorsey, NACD.DC®, senior advisor,

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31:45

The Pivot to Board Life

BoardVision ·

2025/06/18

The transition from an executive to a board career, or a portfolio lifestyle, is more than it appears; the change can be seismic, in fact.In this episode, board member Paul Williams and NACD advisor Susan Paley discuss how Williams transitioned away from his full-time career toward a portfolio lifestyle. They cover the value he finds in board service, his shift in mindset from outward achievement to inward fulfillment, and the day-to-day changes he’s experienced.Host: Susan Paley, NACD

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