How AI Offers Boards an Alternative Path to Growth
By David C. Edelman
In a fragmented global economy, artificial intelligence provides companies the ability to scale without the traditional costs of head count expansion.
Summer 2026 Issue
From Directorship® Magazine
Cover Story
Why Corporate Purpose Should Matter to Boards
Having a clear purpose isn’t merely a “feel-good” measure; it is a critical element that drives long-term stakeholder value.
Features
In-depth stories that explore topics affecting both you and your boards.
A Three-Year Plan for Effective Board Evaluations
By Louis Lehot and Kelly Boyd
Transform board assessments into a strategic, outcome-oriented practice that promotes long-term value.
CEO Letter
By Peter R. Gleason
The Cornerstones of Free Enterprise
Editor's Note
By Anita Narayan
Purposeful Growth
Columns
Short articles that offer insight from directors and experts, as well as board appointment news.
The Link Between Value for Customers and Sustainable Growth
By Vicki Warker
Monitoring customer data can enable boards and chief commercial officers to detect hidden revenue erosion and build resilience for long-term growth.
A Succession Blueprint for Growth
By Kay Henze
The board’s approach to CEO succession shapes whether a company grows—or stagnates. These six steps provide a path forward.
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Directors' Corner
The Cost of False Consensus
By Alan Bukrinsky
False consensus in the boardroom can hide governance blind spots. Here's how directors can test their assumptions before risks escalate into crises.
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Private Company Governance
Cultivating CEO–Board Trust in Private Companies
By Roberta Sydney
Communication makes or breaks the board-CEO relationship. These best practices can help.
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Certified Director Insights
Why Being 'All In' Matters: A Conversation with Dwight Smith
By Heather Kierzek
Hear from an NACD certified director about why board service requires that personal passion and practical preparation align.
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Summer Readings
Summer Readings
By Mandy Wright
Shift your mindset for this disruptive era through a selection of books written by NACD members.
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The AI Frontier
Using AI to Bridge the Multigenerational Workforce
By Mary Lee Sharp and Jorge Taborga
Boards can work with management to utilize AI to bridge five generations at work, linking digital skills with institutional wisdom.
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Onboarding
Board Appointments
By Heather Kierzek
Meet the newly named directors at Advance Auto Parts, Phillips 66, and more in the summer 2026 issue of Directorship.
Director Advisory
Thematic content provided by NACD partners.
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Investor Relations
Why Boards Need to Double Down on Shareholder Engagement
By Stephen L. Brown
As investor transparency declines, boards should take a more proactive role in understanding shareholder priorities.
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Pay Considerations
Compensation Planning for a Successful Spin-Off
By Ron Rosenthal and Shelbi Miller
Here are the key decisions boards must make to align pay, governance, and talent strategy in a newly independent company.
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Technology Oversight
Rethinking Platform Governance in the Age of AI
By Dannetta Bland, Laura Gurski, Jessica Lipman, and Surya Mukherjee
Learn how artificial intelligence is transforming enterprise platforms from static operational infrastructure into dynamic intelligence systems.
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Cybersecurity Oversight
Corporate Governance in the Quantum Era
By Tom Patterson
Is your company ready for the quantum era? Learn what boards can do to prepare for this new technology and ensure long-term security and stability.