Lynn L. Elsenhans

Member Spotlight

Current Boards & Committees

Aramco, Audit chair; Baker Hughes Governance, and Corp. Resp. chair; Kiewit

 

What is the last book, podcast, article, or show you watched that really stuck with you?

Maverick, a biography of Thomas Sowell

 

Coffee or tea?

Coffee

 

If you could give yourself advice on your first day as a board member, what would it be?

Ask questions vs giving opinions

 

What's the most memorable trip you've ever taken?

Borobudur, Central Java, Indonesia

 

From your perspective, what are some key traits that the most effective board members possess?

Judgement, courage, disagree without being disagreeable, be curious about whys and hows more than whats.

 

If you could instantly become an expert in any skill or subject, what would it be?

AI

 

What's the best piece of advice you've ever received?

Better to ask for forgiveness than permission

 

What's the most interesting or unusual job you've ever had?

Summer job as meat wrapper in a supermarket

 

If you could have dinner with any historical figure, who would it be and why?

Ben Franklin for his role in the early days of the United States, his wit, wisdom, and curious mind.

 

What's your favorite way to relax and unwind?

Have a nice dinner with my husband over a good bottle of wine