The Corporate Director Podcast

The Corporate Director Podcast

On The Corporate Director Podcast, we discuss the experiences and ideas behind what's working in corporate board governance in out digital-tech-fuled world. You'll hear interviews with corporate leaders who have compelling stories to share, governance researchers with new insights, and conversations with "governance geeks" who are passionate about finding the best ideas out there to help board directors do their work better. Episodes will feature topics such as: corporate governance, strategy, board culture, risk management, ESG, secure communication, digital transformation through boardroom technology, board meeting management, director recruiting and succession planning, board refreshment, boardroom meeting minutes and other good governance best practices.

Episodes

AI status report from the boardroom

April 30, 2025 • 26 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we sit down with Claudia Allen, Senior Advisor at KPMG’s Board Leadership Center. The conversation delves into survey findings that highlight the current state of AI adoption at organizations and key concerns for directors. Claudia offers valuable advice on staying informed about AI and navigating the evolving regulatory landscape. If you’re looking to learn more about how to navig...
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How to make investor relations a competitive advantage

April 16, 2025 • 30 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we sit down with Kevin Roy, Managing Director, Head of Issuer and BigDough Solutions, S&P Global. Kevin discusses the findings of the report 'IR as a Competitive Advantage.' He shares insights on the role of Investor Relations (IR) in achieving higher valuations and reduced volatility, the evolution of the IR function in the post-pandemic world and the importance of credibility...
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Compliance risks: The board perspective

April 2, 2025 • 22 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, hosts Dottie Schindlinger and Meghan Day talk with Kristy Grant-Hart, Vice President and Head of Advisory Services at Spark Compliance. Kristy discusses the biggest compliance risks facing businesses today, including modern slavery, due diligence, and AI regulations. She shares insights on how companies can better manage these risks and the importance of training to mitigate briber...
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Tips and trends shaping the 2025 proxy season

March 19, 2025 • 25 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we’re joined by Doug Schnell and Sebastian Alsheimer, partners at Wilson Sonsini. The conversation centers around shareholder engagement trends and the evolving landscape of shareholder activism as we approach the 2025 proxy season. The guests share their insights on how the new U.S. presidential administration's stance on DEI and ESG might impact corporate governance. They also pr...
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Re-centering strategy in the boardroom: Tips from an experienced director

March 5, 2025 • 31 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, Ana Dutra, a former CEO and seasoned board member, discusses the critical challenges and priorities facing corporate boards. Ana shares her insights on strategic planning, CEO succession, the risks of speaking out on social issues, managing geopolitical risks, and the integration of generative AI into business strategies. The episode provides valuable advice for boards looking to o...
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150th episode special: The future of governance

February 19, 2025 • 36 mins
In this special 150th edition of The Corporate Director Podcast, hosts Dottie Schindlinger and Meghan Day are joined by Diligent's CEO & President Brian Stafford and Annalisa Barrett, Senior Advisor at KPMG’s Board Leadership Center. The episode reflects on key developments over the past decade in corporate governance, discusses the growing importance of CEO succession planning, and explores the transformative potential of AI i...
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What’s on the board agenda in 2025?

February 5, 2025 • 27 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we’re joined by Melanie Nolen, Head of Research at Chief Executive Group. The discussion centers around the 2025 edition of "What Directors Think," a report jointly produced by the Diligent Institute, Corporate Board Member, and FTI Consulting. Melanie shares insights from the survey, including key priorities and agenda items for 2025, the increased focus on growth opportunities, a...
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Future-proofing your cybersecurity strategy

January 22, 2025 • 35 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we welcome Timothy Youngblood, Chief Information Security Officer at Astrix Security. Timothy shares his insights on the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and its implications for corporate governance. He delves into the lessons learned from cyber events in 2024, the significant threats organizations should prepare for in 2025, and the shift from reactive to proactive cyber risk ...
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Governance in 2025: A new political environment

January 8, 2025 • 30 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, host Dottie Schindlinger welcomes Craig Stronberg, Senior Director at PwC Intelligence, to discuss the evolving landscape of corporate governance under the Trump Administration. They delve into the implications of new government policies on corporate taxes, industry regulation, and international trade, and explore how these changes could affect various sectors. Craig also shares in...
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Inside Today's Boardrooms: A board lens on data governance and risk

December 18, 2024 • 8 mins
In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, host Dottie Schindlinger is joined by John Rodi, Co-Leader at the KPMG Board Leadership Center, to discuss data governance and risk. John highlights why data-related risk has become a pressing concern for companies and boards, delves into the most significant data-related risks today, and explains how companies are managing these risks through effective data governance frameworks. The c...
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2024 governance year in review

December 12, 2024 • 43 mins
In this special end-of-year edition of the Corporate Director Podcast, hosts Dottie Schindlinger and Meghan Day sit down with TK Kerstetter to reflect on the major governance stories and trends of 2024. They revisit their predictions from 2023, discuss the most impactful governance events of the year, and share their insights on what the future holds for corporate boardrooms.
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Inside Today's Boardrooms: The end of the Chevron doctrine

December 4, 2024 • 8 mins
In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, we’re joined by Maureen Ohlhausen, Antitrust & Competition Partner at Wilson Sonsini and former Commissioner of the FTC. She delves into the recent Supreme Court decision that dismantles the long-standing Chevron doctrine. The conversation explores the original 1984 Chevron ruling, the details of the Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo case, and the implications for corporate gover...
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The future of ethics and compliance

November 26, 2024 • 30 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, Dottie Schindlinger is joined by Dr. Hemma Lomax, Founder, CEO, and Chief Compliance Coach of COMPAAS 360. Dr. Lomax shares her extensive experience in ethics and compliance, discussing the latest trends and what the future holds for this critical area. The conversation covers the impact of AI and disruptive technologies, the importance of data quality and integrity, and the evolvi...
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Inside Today's Boardrooms: Board communications best practices

November 20, 2024 • 6 mins
In this episode of Inside Today's Boardrooms, we’re joined by Brad Sorrels, Chair of the Corporate Governance Litigation Practice at Wilson Sonsini. Sorrels discusses board communications, the risks associated with poor communication, and best practices to follow.
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Understanding the changing “why” of work

November 13, 2024 • 36 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we’re joined by Christine Heckart, Founder & CEO of Xapa, to explore the evolving dynamics of the workplace and the shifting motivations behind why we work. Christine delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by changing demographics and the increasing importance of aligning personal and professional values.
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Inside Today's Boardrooms: Key trends for compensation committees in 2025

November 6, 2024 • 10 mins
In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, we’re joined by Jon Szabo, Partner at Meridian Compensation Partners. Jon shares expert insights into the trends that compensation committees need to be aware of as they look toward 2025. He discusses the emerging areas that will demand more attention, the challenges that committees will face, and best practices.
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Incorporating gen AI into business strategy

October 30, 2024 • 34 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we talk with Sophia Velastegui, a renowned advisor on AI business strategy with experiences at Microsoft, Google, and Apple. Sophia shares her insights on the evolution of AI in the business landscape, the importance of aligning AI strategy with overall business strategy, and how companies can address the risks associated with AI implementation.
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Inside Today's Boardrooms: Improving board oversight of ERM

October 23, 2024 • 10 mins
In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, host Dottie Schindlinger talks with Maurice Crescenzi, Industry Practice Leader at Moody’s, about board oversight of enterprise risk management (ERM). They discuss the current state of ERM programs, the need for better risk benchmarking data, and effective communication strategies between management teams and the board.
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Boardroom leadership best practices

October 16, 2024 • 26 mins
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, David Bray joins host Dottie Schindlinger to discuss the evolving landscape of boardroom leadership and governance amidst rapid technological advancements. Drawing from his extensive experience in technology and geopolitical risk, Bray offers insights into how companies can adapt to multiple technology revolutions, the importance of governance in maintaining organizational friction...
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Inside PwC’s 2024 Annual Corporate Directors Survey

October 9, 2024 • 9 mins
In this episode of Inside Today’s Boardrooms, Lisa Edwards, Executive Chair of the Diligent Institute, sits down with Catie Hall, Director at PwC's Governance Insights Center, to delve into the key findings from PwC’s 2024 Annual Corporate Directors Survey. With a focus on the concerns and attitudes of corporate directors, the discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the lack of board discussions on critical societal iss...
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