Quotes and Backgrounds

Interview Quotes: "Did a lot of work to get on the radar screen of search firms but first boards came from referrals." "No one comes into a board knowing everything." "Being attuned to changes in demographics is something every company must be attuned to." "Things that get you on a board do not necessarily get you into a position of leadership." "For diversity we need to calibrate ourselves for a long path, not a short one."

Interview Quotes: "Do not want to be the first or only minority director on a board." "Must be conscious of your impact in the boardroom and what you want people to hear." "Skill set metrics will force boards to look at a broad subset of candidates." "Have to recognize what drives value." "In support of term limits and mandatory retirements."

Interview Quotes: "There is no version of America that is totally colorblind." "We cannot have real progress until we have enough of us walking the same track at the same time." "Business needs some other forms of push and incentives to accelerate change." "Getting ready for board service involves the four "P's": be prepared; have patience; persevere; and have a process"

Interview Quotes: "Most people do not realize the impact that Corporate America has on any community in which it's doing business." "Be a good listener. Be an active listener. Be willing to ask questions. Ask the question that someone not in the boardroom might also ask." "70% of board positions are filled based upon recommendations of existing board members." "Are we willing to have frank discussions, uncomfortable discussions about race?"