Quotes and Backgrounds

Interview Quotes: "Was an entrepreneur, not the currency that was historically valued for big corporate boards." "His operating style in the boardroom is very much in alignment with the way that he approaches his day job." "Allies in the boardroom can come from very unexpected places. Understanding the currency that people value is helpful." "Should also be focused on the creation of intergenerational wealth for our people." "The nonprofit path to board service is relevant but should not be your final destination."

Interview Quotes: "Understand the delicate balance between listening and speaking up." "Need to understand where you want to make a difference. Board refreshment is important."

Interview Quotes: "Every director has to figure out the culture of the board." "You will know when your moment is the moment." "Should provide business with advisory guidelines and not mandates." "Should spotlight the companies that do it right."

Interview Quotes: "Domain knowledge is less important than good business sense." "Have to get minorities in key feeder roles early." "Important that the ones sitting on boards become the scorekeepers."