Quotes and Backgrounds

Interview Quotes: "Her CEO thought that board service was a good way to bring in different perspectives." "She brings a particular expertise on a board but has been able to contribute across a range of issues. Talent management is believed to be more valued on boards." "When you sit on boards, you're naturally renting your reputation." "Don't necessarily go for the big flashy boards. Sometimes smaller is better because you can make more of a contribution." "Diversity helps you better understand the customer base."

Interview Quotes: "Over time, people look as much or more at your board experience than your corporate history." "Important to be more than just a one trick pony." "Women tend to suffer more from imposter syndrome."

Interview Quotes: "Black representation on boards is highly dependent on the number of Blacks in the executive suite." "After a certain number of years, you need a more current version of yourself." "During your first year, new directors can focus on making a contribution based on their domain expertise and then expand from there." "Nobody expects you to be an expert in everything. The audit committee will best tell you about the business model."

Interview Quotes: "Where is the history of business doing the right thing on its own." "Imposter syndrome is real but a lot of coaching is available." "Being black is not sufficient to get on boards." "The most typical mistake is coming to your first board meeting loaded for bear and deciding you are going to show them that you deserve to be there before talking and not listening." "We need to push for increasing board size and term limits."