OnBoard Executive Access: The Boardroom Edition Thursday, April 23, 2026  | 9:30 am – 1:00 pm

OnBoard Executive Access: The Boardroom Edition is designed to provide direct access and conversations with executives serving on corporate boards. The sessions will cover real committee work, emerging governance challenges, and practical pathways to board service.

AGENDA

  • 9:30 AM – Check-in
  • 10:00 – 11:15 AM – Interactive small groups with independent board directors, roundtable discussions for board-ready members, and workshops for Ignite, Accelerator, and Career Services
  • 11:15 AM – Open networking
  • 11:45 PM – Buffet lunch and program
  • 12:15 PM – Remarks from Board Chair Sloane Drake, OnBoard Advisory Board Co-Chairs Beck Blalock and Betsy Camp, along with Men’s Advisory Council Co-Chairs Burt Fealing and Brian Smith
  • 1:00 PM – Event concludes

Interactive Sessions with Independent Board Directors

Audit

Oversees financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance with codes of conduct.

With Stacey Apter & Charlie Ritter
Sponsored by KPMG

Compensation

Determines executive compensation packages and policies.

With Teresa Finley, Skip Paterson & Carol Yancey
Sponsored by Randstad

Nominating & Governance

Identifies qualified board candidates and develops governance guidelines.

With Kelly Barrett, Cary Chenada & Lori George

AI & CYBER

Overseeing technology strategy, ensuring the responsible, ethical, and secure deployment of artificial intelligence while managing data governance and digital risks.

With Becky Blalock, Charlotte Edwards & Edwina Payne
Sponsored by Cyberwolf

Workshops

ONBOARD ACCELERATOR

The OnBoard Accelerator program uniquely positions executives to secure and excel in board roles within for-profit entities. This program elevates your candidacy by providing the tools and insights needed to effectively articulate the distinct value you bring to the boardroom.

ONBOARD IGNITE

Are you a Director or VP-level leader ready to take the next bold step in your career? OnBoard Ignite is a transformative leadership program designed exclusively for those who aspire to advance into senior leadership and C-suite roles.

ONBOARD CAREER SERVICES

Board Bio Portal Demo by Grace Nelson

Thanks to support from The John and Rosemary Brown Family Foundation, OnBoard has developed a custom, password-protected, searchable database that enables Independent Board Directors, CEOs, General Counsels, and recruiters to connect with candidates who have been vetted by OnBoard.

Thank you to our event sponsor and host: