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Becoming an Independent Director

U.S. First Edition
February 2024

Becoming an Independent Director

 

Many successful executives today view serving on a corporate board of a private or public company as a professional goal. This new booklet sheds light on the roles and responsibilities of a board, the skills and qualifications in demand in the boardroom, and the steps involved in joining a U.S. corporate board.

Whether you are a sitting executive interested in expanding your experience or someone who is in (or near) retirement looking to develop a board portfolio, we hope you will find this booklet both practical and inspiring.

Topics include:

  • Why become a corporate director?
  • The roles and responsibilities of board directors
  • Board composition
  • The director search process
  • Crafting an effective resume/CV
  • Determining whether you’re the right fit for a particular board
  • How to increase your chances of being considered

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Whether you are a seasoned director or a first-time board member, our timeline and comprehensive checklists suggest action items to be used to prepare and get up to speed as quickly as possible.

Now in its 38th year, the U.S. Spencer Stuart Board Index examines the latest data and trends in board composition, board governance practices and director compensation among S&P 500 companies.

 

Spencer Stuart has long played an active role in corporate governance by exploring key concerns of boards and innovative solutions to the challenges they face.