Building a High-Trust Board-CEO Relationship
An NACD Blue Ribbon Commission Report Conversation
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NACD Minnesota
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Channon Lemon
Executive Director
NACD Minnesota Chapter
clemon@minnesota.nacdonline.org
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About The Event
This program was hosted on May 27, 2026.
Attendees gained practical insights into how to build and sustain a high-trust relationship between the Board Chair or Lead Independent Director, the Board, and the CEO. Drawing on NACD’s Blue-Ribbon Commission findings and real-world perspectives from experienced leaders, participants explored how to establish and operationalize trust, strengthen clarity and engagement, and leverage this relationship to drive strategic impact. The discussion provided actionable takeaways on enhancing board effectiveness through more disciplined, transparent, and collaborative leadership. Click here to explore the report, Building a High-Trust Board-CEO Relationship. (Note: members-only content)
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Speakers
Colleen B. Brown
Dave Bozeman
Steve Jennings
NACD Minnesota
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Channon Lemon
Executive Director
NACD Minnesota Chapter
clemon@minnesota.nacdonline.org
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