Accelerating Board Diversity

Join the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) and the Black Corporate Board Readiness program at Santa Clara University for Equality of Opportunity: Accelerating Board Diversity. In 2021, the U.S. Chamber and NACD partnered to accelerate diversity in America’s corporate boardrooms and to create increased opportunities for Black business executives and leaders to positively contribute to the economy through board service. 

This event will explore the goals achieved, the work to be done, and the current landscape for corporate boards. Hear from speakers who will share best practices on strategies to achieve a diverse and inclusive board as well as measurements implemented to make meaningful change.

Speakers Include:

Latricia Boone, Vice President, Equality of Opportunity Initiative, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Cynthia Burks, Board Member, Advisor
Tracy Gee, Chief People Officer, National Association of Corporate Directors
Dennis Lanham, Executive Director, Silicon Valley Executive Center, Santa Clara University
Tom Quaadman, Executive Vice President, Center for Capital Markets Competitiveness, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Sue Siegel, Board Member, Chairman, Advisor