Certification Community Group

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As the holidays approach, consider completing the Director Professionalism online course—then join us in January for a four-part Certification Community Study Group with fellow NACD.DC candidates.

Hosted at Protiviti | 101 North Wacker Drive in Chicago | ...and Online via Teams:
January 12, 13, 20, 27 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CST
Complimentary Light Sandwich lunch also available at Protiviti January 12, 13, 27 starting each of these days at 11:30 AM

Our Certification Community Group (CCG) is a unique opportunity for NACD Chicago members to be part of a local discussion group where NACD members interested in Directorship Certification will review the study guide, work through case studies, and learn what to expect the day of the exam.

Why Become Certified?

• Certification helps Directors maintain excellence in a rapidly changing world
• Certification is becoming recognized as the leading standard to which all high-performing directors aspire
• Distinguishes you as a director
• Recognizes your accomplishment
• Expands your network
• Provides a framework for continuous learning

MORE ABOUT THE JANUARY STUDY GROUP FOR NACD.DC CERTIFICATION

Facilitated by NACD Chicago Board Member and former CEO Frank Jaehnert, who has led more than a dozen National NACD.DC sessions all to rave reviews, along with Eileen Kamerick a highly respected corporate governance and finance leader and NACD-certified director, featuring three hybrid sessions with the option to join in person at Protiviti offices, and one online only session on January 20.

What You'll Gain:

• Expert Guidance: Molly Yanchulis from NACD National is expert in exam design and enhances each session with exam insights, live polling questions, and key reference materials.
• Real-World Preparation: Tackle case studies and explore critical domains of expertise.
• Peer Collaboration: Learn and connect with other NACD Chicago members preparing for certification.

How It Works:

• “In-person” participants bring laptops to join the virtual session side by side with fellow NACD members.
• Participate entirely remotely or mix and match in-person lunch downtown with virtual attendance onsite.

Why Join?

• Prepare you for the NACD.DC Certification Exam
• Offer expert mentorship from Frank Jaehnert
• Connect you with a collaborative community of your peers

Whether you join us in-person for one session or all four—or participate entirely remotely—this group is your gateway to certification success. Let us know if you’re interested in joining here.