Quotes and Backgrounds

Interview Quotes: "We must stay diligent to ensure that the anti DEI headwinds do not become a storm." "Search firms need to get more serious about expanding their database." "Remember you should not get to the finish line unless you brought someone else along."

Interview Quotes: "Important to come prepared, be a leader and have courage." "Board service involves risk management besides governance. Diversity helps avoid making stupid mistakes." "Study after study shows that the more diversity you have in the boardroom, the better the company's performance." "Immediately wants to build relationships on the board, to become a thought partner with the CEO." "To get change you often have to shine a light."

Interview Quotes: "There is no right or wrong way to get on a board." "You need to cast your net very far. Use your networking. Do your research." "You do not have to agree with all board members but you do have to respect them." "Search firms tend to bring the same candidates." "You should make yourself board ready by doing a nonprofit board first."

Interview Quotes: "Always be prepared, because you never know who is watching." "Never felt that he could not be his authentic self." "Board meetings start outside the boardroom." "Diversity will be kicked to the sidelines unless we convince people of the benefits / power of diversity." "Should be more vocal to institutional investors about supporting diversity."