Topics That Matter for Boards is a program designed to help board directors increase their odds of landing board seats, be effective directors on the boards they serve, and stay up-to-date on the latest issues and trends facing their organizations. The program will provide board members with the information they need to make informed decisions.

The day is highly participative. Attendees will interact with faculty and with one another.  

Approved Attendees Only: If you wish to learn more or apply to participate in this program, apply at ceotrust.org/apply. If you register here, you will still be subject to screening, and fees will be returned if denied entrance.

Join us to learn about our many members-only resources and activities, and to meet your fellow CEO Trustees (members). 

Video Conference Time:
10 - 11am ET
9 - 10am CT
8 - 9am MT
7 - 8am PT

IMPORTANT:  This is a video conference with a visual presentation. For full participation, please join via web-based device with video capability. Registration is necessary in order to receive dial-in details.

Additional dates will be scheduled to meet new member needs and schedule constraints. 

Join fellow CEOs from across industries for a dynamic discussion exploring the landscape of current business opportunities and challenges. Share your unique perspective and gain valuable insights from others. We'll foster open, collaborative dialogue on navigating the evolving economic climate, identifying emerging trends, and uncovering innovative solutions. 

Invest just 60 minutes of your time and gain a wealth of ideas, connections, and fresh perspectives. RSVP now to secure your seat at this exclusive event!

Get The Basics You Need to Lay the Groundwork for Your Board Service

This program will be hands-on with close interactions with seasoned board members and others who identify and place board talent. It is a collaborative environment with others who care about you, your board preparedness and that you are positioned to land for-profit board seats. 

Beginning with director duties and responsibilities, we cover everything you need to know to get started. We'll talk about the tradeoffs of public vs. private, and fiduciary vs. advisory boards. You'll get tips on the key to quickly becoming a positive, contributing board member and what to expect in a director's role. The basics of board committees and what each does, their work and impact. A board case study will give you practical insight into the function and challenge of board work. We'll explore the role of the board from both the CEO perspective and the investor perspective. Gain insights to improve your odds in board interviews.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST SOON! ONLY PREAPPROVED ATTENDEES MAY ATTEND. SPACES ARE LIMITED. SEND YOUR REGISTRATION REQUEST TO http://ceotrust.org/apply AND INCLUDE BIO, RESUME OR LINKEDIN.

Role, Responsibilities, and Process for the Audit Committee 

One of the major operating committees of a company’s board of directors is the audit committee. The committee’s oversight of financial reporting and risk management is more important today than it ever has been. In addition, the audit committee’s responsibilities are increasing as investors, regulators and other stakeholders raise their expectations.

This training will focus on the audit committee’s key role, responsibilities and oversight of various areas including financial reporting, internal controls, audit, risk and compliance. We will also cover emerging governance, audit committee issues and trends, as well as practical and actionable insights, perspectives and ideas to help maximize performance. In addition, board director faculty will share real-world experiences that make this content easier to absorb and understand the importance and impact at the board level

In this program we cover the primary elements a director needs to know to be an effective Audit Committee Member or Chair, including:

• Audit committee oversight - roles and responsibilities
• Differences between private and public companies 
• Critical accounting policies 
• Whistleblower reports
• Deterring fraud
• Audit committee benchmarking / best practices
• Audit committee meetings and how to be most effective
• Committee reporting
• Practical tips for the audit committee chair and members
  

Oversight of:

• Financial reporting and internal controls, including questions to consider prior to reporting
• Financial statements: earnings releases, tips for reviewing reported results
• External audit (reinforce audit quality by establishing clear expectations for auditors)
• Internal audit (if applicable) and using them effectively (to identify and monitor key risks beyond reporting and compliance)
• Key risks and/or coordination with other board committees 
• Regulatory requirements & compliance

Expect an Intense Exploration of Audit Committee Work Along with Time to Interact with Other Top-Tier Board Candidates, Public and Private Company Board Faculty.