Board Governance Webinars

Inside the boardroom: Looking forward to 2026

December 3, 2025 | 1:00PM–2:00PM ET

Discover the significant developments and trends in corporate governance that board members should look out for in the upcoming year. What will likely be some of the challenges and opportunities facing boards? How might boards approach decision-making, risk sensing, and oversight responsibilities? Hear from experienced board members on how boards may evolve and what priorities may shape the agenda in 2026.

Featured speakers

• Lara Abrash: Chair, Deloitte US
• Theresa Drew: Director, Sonoco Products Co, Cato Corp, Amrize Ltd
• Cynthia Jamison: Director, Darden Restaurants Inc, ODP Corp, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc

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Navigating board oversight through uncertainty and disruption

October 15, 2025 | 1:00AM-2:00PM ET

In a year of rapid regulatory shifts, macroeconomic tailwinds, and technological disruptions, board members are facing greater pressure and scrutiny from stakeholders. In response, boards need a plan to oversee management as they navigate their organizations through these increasing challenges and risks—while still capitalizing on growth opportunities. Join us as we explore what boards can do to turn disruption and uncertainty into catalysts for strategic expansion at their organizations, from alignment on risk mitigation to refreshing the structure, skills and norms of the board.

Featured speakers

• Ellen Costello: Director, Citigroup Inc
• Christine Davine: Managing Partner, Center for Board Effectiveness, Deloitte & Touche LLP 
• Howard Ungerleider: Director, American Airlines Group Inc, Kyndryl Holdings Inc, Air Products & Chemicals Inc

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Audit committee effectiveness – insights from the Audit Committee Practices Report

April 30, 2025 | 1:00AM-2:00PM ET

Join us for an insightful discussion on enhancing audit committee effectiveness, grounded in the findings of the fourth edition of the Audit Committee Practices Report, a collaborative effort between Deloitte’s Center for Board Effectiveness and the Center for Audit Quality. This webinar will provide insights into the latest trends and practices that drive audit committee effectiveness, highlight the most important strategies as ranked by survey respondents, and explore how various audit committee practices are interconnected and contribute to overall effectiveness. Hear directly from audit committee chairs and other governance leaders as they share their first-hand perspectives and experiences.

Featured Speakers

• Michael Dinkins: Director, Community Health Systems Inc, Crane NXT Co, The Shyft Group Inc, National Council on Compensation Insurance
• Karen Golz: Director, Analog Devices Inc, iROBOT Corporation
• Krista Parsons: Managing Director, Audit & Assurance Governance Services and Audit Committee Program Leader, Center for Board Effectiveness, Deloitte & Touche LLP
• Vanessa Teitelbaum: Senior Director, Professional Practice, Center for Audit Quality

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Tech Trends in the boardroom: Bridging the gap

February 26, 2025 | 1:00PM–2:00PM ET

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape—where AI is the common thread of nearly every trend—understanding and leveraging emerging technologies is important for driving business strategy and maintaining a competitive edge. However, there is often still a gap in how well the board and technology leaders engage in in-depth, bidirectional conversations about technology's role in an organization. Join us as we dive into the latest technology trends, as discussed in Deloitte's 16th annual Tech Trends report, and leverage this knowledge to elevate boardroom conversations on technology.

Featured Speakers

• Mike Bechtel: Chief Futurist, Deloitte & Touche LLP
• Joanna Lau: Director, Designer Brands Inc
• Kate Raskovich: Executive Editor, Tech Trends, Deloitte Consulting LLP

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The board’s role in GenAI

December 4, 2024 | 1:00AM-2:00PM ET

Adoption rates for generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) continue to increase as companies look beyond efficiencies and automation capabilities to discover new insights and innovation. As we look to 2025, join us for a discussion on the board's role in overseeing GenAI and finding the right mix of governance processes, policies, and standards to oversee this technology. Our panel’s discussion will include a range of perspectives to enhance GenAI oversight such as how to shape appropriate board structure, key conversations to cultivate with management, and avenues for board members to augment their expertise.

Featured Speakers

• Lara Abrash: Chair, Deloitte US
• Beena Ammananth: Managing Director, Global Deloitte AI Institute Leader Deloitte LLP
• Caroline Tsay: Director, The Coca-Cola Company, Morningstar Inc

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Strengthening CEO-board dynamics

October 9, 2024 | 1:00AM-2:00PM ET

As the world continues to grapple with macro-level issues, advancing technology, and other business processes, the relationship between the board and CEO may be more important than ever. Join us as we hear from a panel of board members and CEOs who will share their insights on strengthening the CEO-board member dynamic—exploring key topics such as succession planning, digital transformation leadership, and collaborative decision-making. Learn about leading practices for board governance that can enhance the effectiveness of both roles, particularly during periods of transition and change.

Featured Speakers

• Christine Davine: Managing Partner, Center for Board Effectiveness and Vice Chair, Audit & Assurance Regulatory, Deloitte & Touche LLP
• Kevin Hourican: Chair and CEO, Sysco Corp, Director, Tapestry Inc
• Alison Kenney Paul: Managing Director, Global Partnerships, Google, Director, Sysco Corp