NACD 2008 Director of the Year Award Winners
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A Public Leader
Andrew J. McKenna
The National Association of Corporate Directors is honored to award the title of 2008 Public Company Director of the Year to Andrew J. McKenna, in recognition of his long career as a model of public company governance.
A Man of the People
David Phillips
The National Association of Corporate Directors is pleased to award the title of 2008 Private Company Director of the Year to David Phillips, in recognition of his many contributions to the field of corporate governance. A dedicated leader and humanitarian, he is known among his colleagues as a guardian of the greater good, whether for his local community or the many shareholders he is responsible to.
A Champion of Social Responsibility
Sally Jewell
The National Association of Corporate Directors is pleased to award the title of 2008 Not-for-Profit Director of the Year to Sally Jewell, in recognition of her long-term commitment to non-profit governance.
A Life in Leadership
John C. Whitehead
The National Association of Corporate Directors is honored to award the 2008 B. Kenneth West Lifetime Achievement Award to John C. Whitehead. Few leaders have had such a large impact on American society as Mr. Whitehead, as a leader, a mentor, and a guide. As a corporate director, business pioneer, and outstanding citizen, he has enjoyed a remarkable career as both a public servant and private industry leader. His contributions to the development of corporate social responsibility are equally exceptional.
