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  • Using Holding Power as a Strategic Governance Tool by Meridian Compensation Partners

    9/16/25—On this episode of The Executive Compensation Podcast, Jim Kzirian unpacks the concept of holding power, explaining how it can be used as a key measure of executive retention within compensation programs.

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  • DExit Why Some Companies Are Leaving Delaware by Foley and Lardner LLP

    9/12/25—In one of the biggest shifts in U.S. corporate law in decades, companies are reconsidering Delaware as the go-to state for incorporation. Join Foley & Lardner partners Louis Lehot, Beth Boland, and Chris Converse as they unpack the “Dex-it” trend — the wave of corporations exiting Delaware for states like Texas, Nevada, and Florida.

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  • Why Zero Trust Is a Strategic Imperative for Corporate Boards by Zscaler

    Jay Chaudhry, CEO, Founder, and Chair of Zscaler, shares his insights on why zero trust is a strategic imperative for corporate boards and key cybersecurity risks that NACD members should be aware of.

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  • Navigating the M&A Risk Landscape in 2025 by Foley & Lardner LLP

    Louis Lehot, partner at Foley and Lardner shares his insights on the return of M&A in 2025 and key governance risks that NACD members should be aware of.

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  • Key Governance Risks for 2025: Directors and Officers Insurance by Heffernan Insurance Brokers

    Joseph Talmadge, Senior Vice President of Heffernan Insurance Brokers shares his insights on key governance risks in 2025.

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  • Future-Proofing Leadership: Managing CEO Succession in 2025 by RHR International

    Vanessa Ruda, Senior Partner and Central Region Leader of RHR International shares her insights on how board directors can better manage CEO Succession in 2025.

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  • Guardians of the digital realm: Why boards must prioritize cybersecurity in 2025 by GHD Digital

    Kumar Parakala, Founder and President, GHD Digital, shares his insights on why boards must prioritize cybersecurity in 2025.

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  • Geopolitical Risk in 2025 by EY

    Donoghue Clarke, Managing Principal, EY and Robyn Bew, EY Center for Board Matters share their insights on geopolitical risk in 2025.

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