Leading Programs
Workshops, Annual Conference, Corporate Director Peer Sessions, Retreats
Your board journey. Start Strong.
Corporate Board Readiness
7 Session Virtual Workshop
Designed by Nancy and led with a faculty of 15+ corporate directors and board experts, this virtual series turns experience and ambition into a practical board strategy.
Explore the board ecosystem, sharpen your value proposition, develop your board materials, and learn directly from women who have made the journey.
7 Session Workshop
Week 1The road to the boardroom+
Assess your readiness, explore the board landscape, and hear corporate directors share their journeys.
- Why serve, and what kind of board fits you?
- Governance, management, and the director’s role
Week 2Position yourself to be found+
Translate your executive experience into a distinctive board value proposition, bio, resume, and LinkedIn presence.
- Build a clear and credible board profile
- Map your network and develop advocates
Week 3Target, evaluate & pitch+
Research the right boards, evaluate opportunities, and practice explaining the value you bring.
- Use AI to deepen your board research
- Prepare for due diligence and interviews
- Practice your pitch with peers
Week 4Legal, risk & compensation+
Understand the responsibilities and rewards of serving as a corporate director.
- Fiduciary duties and board compensation
- D&O insurance and indemnification
Week 5Board bio feedback & networking+
Get feedback on your board bio from a board director in a small group, and learn how to work with recruiters.
- Refine your bio through practical feedback
- Explore search firms, board registries, and continuing connections
Week 6Candid Q&A with directors+
Ask sitting corporate directors your remaining questions in a confidential small-group setting.
- Learn from candid, real-world perspectives
- Exchange peer feedback on your LinkedIn profile
Week 7Mastermind groups & momentum+
Build relationships with peers and turn what you have learned into a plan of action.
- Work together in your mastermind group
- Keep your board journey moving forward
What you’ll leave with
- A clearer board value proposition
- A reviewed draft of your board bio
- A targeted plan for your board search
- Peer connections and practical resources
- Candidate registries & support groups
- Board training resources
- Search firms & recruiters
- Your first board seat guidelines
#GetonBoard Week
More women on boards.
A community moving forward.
Date TBD — Late September 2027
Get On Board Week brings women exploring board service and experienced directors together to learn and build connections. Nancy serves on the Leadership Committee to design and support the program through speaking and advising on content.
2026 numbers
In 2026, Nancy led the Key Pillars of Board Readiness session.
- Build key skills in high-impact workshops on today’s hottest topics.
- Stay ahead with the latest trends in the boardroom landscape.
- Network with powerhouse women serving on corporate boards.
- Get inspired by those who’ve already kicked down the doors.
#Corporate Director Peer Sessions
75-minute sessions · Corporate directors only
Nancy frequently leads these 75-minute sessions, limited to corporate directors.
Each session features insights from expert speakers followed by interactive peer discussions, giving directors the opportunity to exchange perspectives, share practical approaches, and learn how other boards are navigating similar challenges.
See future sessions at the How Women Lead events calendar
Board Retreats
Board Retreat
Inspiration, Connection, Impact, Friendship
Nancy led a week-long board retreat for aspiring and current directors to share their experiences and learn from each other in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, in 2024.
Explore future retreats