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NACD Directors Summit 2026: Inside the Conversations Shaping Today’s Boardroom

Experience the future of corporate governance as it unfolds. Right now, leading board members are actively connecting to shape the future of board leadership. Follow our coverage for a peek into the insights, emerging trends, and actionable strategies that will define tomorrow's boardrooms. Get a taste of Summit with live updates from the nation's top directors.

First Revealed at Summit: NACD’s 2026 Blue Ribbon Commission Report

Board Oversight of Strategy Execution

NACD’s 2026 Blue Ribbon Commission examines the board’s role after strategy is approved. Explore what directors should watch as execution unfolds, where oversight matters most, and how boards can stay informed without stepping into management’s role.

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Hear Directly from the 2026 Blue Ribbon Commission

Strategy Execution Oversight: Insights from the 2026 Blue Ribbon Commission Webinar

Virtual Webinar | October 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM-2:00 PM EDT

Patty Bedient and Jamie Gorelick, members of NACD’s 2026 Blue Ribbon Commission, will unpack the commission’s guidance on board oversight after strategy is approved. Join them on October 22 for a closer look at what directors should watch as execution unfolds, where board involvement matters most, and how to engage management when execution starts to shift.

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A Chain Is Only as Strong as Its Weakest Link

In his 2026 NACD Directors Summit welcome, President and CEO Peter R. Gleason urges boards to take control of how they govern through chaos by pursuing continuing education.

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NACD Directors Summit® 2027

September 26–29, 2027 | Washington, DC Area

Momentum is already building for NACD Directors Summit 2027. Lock in your seat now and be part of the conversations, connections, and breakthroughs directors can’t afford to miss. Register by January 15, 2027, and save $2,000.