Board Effectiveness in Times of Rapid Change: Re-evaluating Structure & Capability

Today’s boards are operating in an environment of unprecedented complexity. Disruption driven by artificial intelligence, supply chain volatility, geopolitical tensions, regulatory shifts, and workforce transformation is reshaping how boards must organize, prioritize, and govern.

In this interactive panel discussion, experienced board and executive leaders will share how they are re-examining board structure, composition, and capabilities to remain effective—both today and into the future. The session will focus not on external trends alone, but on how boards are looking inward to ensure they are fit for purpose.

Meet our expert speaker panel: Paul Maass, Patrick Sweeney, and Randy Wood, moderated by NACDH Board Member, Jamie Herbert. (Brief bios below) 

Participants will:

• Examine how effective boards are adapting structure and committee focus to address emerging external risks
• Reassess traditional board skills matrices to identify capability gaps and future needs
• Explore practical approaches to managing multiple, simultaneous disruptions at the board level

Key Topics

• The evolution of board and committee structures to ensure appropriate oversight of emerging risks
• Refreshing the board skills matrix to align with strategic priorities and future demands
• Board-level approaches to navigating and integrating multiple dimensions of change
• Balancing near-term risk oversight with long-term strategic focus

Adgenda

4:00 PM - Check in & Mingle
4:15 PM - Program (Virtual Doors Open)
5:15 PM - Closing Remarks
5:15 to 6 PM - Happy Hour & Networking

For Omaha and Lincoln, in-person registration:

For those who can join us in the area, we strongly encourage attending in person. The strength of the room - both in experience and perspective - will meaningfully shape the discussion. 

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This session is being offered virtually for our members in Des Moines, Kansas City, Oklahoma City, St. Louis, Tulsa, and surrounding areas:

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We would like to thank Green Plains for hosting this event for our members!

• Understand how boards are adapting structure and committee focus to oversee emerging risks
• Identify gaps in traditional board skills matrices and align capabilities with future needs
• Apply practical approaches to managing multiple, simultaneous disruptions at the board level
• Balance near-term risk oversight with long-term strategic priorities
• Evaluate whether their board is structured and composed to remain effective in a rapidly changing environment

This event is complimentary, and your guests are welcome.