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    Outstanding Directors Exchange

    June 11-12, 2025
    Strategies for lasting leadership
    In-person Conference | The Harvard Club of New York City | #FTODX
    2026 Edition

    70+

    Board Director Attendees

    40+

    Expert Speakers

    150+

    Boards Represented

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    The United States presidential election marks a year that is rife with lasting economic tensions. Precision becomes board critical, as directors face exacting investor, consumer and regulatory scrutiny. In order to lead with a firm vision, boards are also expected to identify and appoint the best leaders to hold a seat at the table.

    Beyond corporate performance, boards must also show leadership in climate change mitigation and responsible social governance. This last year has shown that brand trust begins in the boardroom, highlighting the importance of diligence and care in the face of public adversity, from cybersecurity breaches to severe failures in risk oversight.

    How should boards strike a balance between business continuity and digital transformation? Will technology play a key role in inspiring investor confidence? How should boards navigate geopolitical nuances while maintaining corporate priorities on track?

    Join us on the 11th and 12th of June at the Harvard Club of New York City to convene with leading board directors and discuss the very latest governance agenda. 

    This event is held for sitting board directors only, event proceedings will follow the Chatham House Rule.


    Speaking directors

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    Anne Mulcahy
    Former Lead Director Johnson & Johnson, Former CEO Xerox
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    Carly Fiorina
    Former Chair and CEO, Hewlett Packard and Former Presidential Candidate
    Chair, Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
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    Steve Odland
    CEO, The Conference Board, Former Chair and CEO Office Depot and AutoZone
    Director, General Mills
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    Glenn Hubbard
    Chair, MetLife
    Director, BlackRock Fixed Income Funds and TotalEnergies
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    Douglas Hacker
    Chair, SpartanNash
    Director, Aircastle, Travelport
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    Ms. Diane Gherson
    Board Director
    Kraft Heinz

    Who will you meet? 

    This in-person event is exclusively for board directors, offering a unique platform to engage with corporate governance leaders and debate the latest challenges and strategies. Click below to see which boards will be represented in 2025.

    BOARDS REPRESENTED

    Why Attend

    Meaningful discussion

    The program is created by premier publications and directors exchange insights in a confidential setting

    Rich networking

    Attendees connect with board members from a variety of companies and industries 

    Prominent speakers

    Speakers are chosen for their extensive experience and knowledge of key topics 

    Accreditation - Continuing Professional Development

    By attending The Outstanding Directors Exchange you will be accredited with 11 hours of continuing professional development.

    Delegates will be sent their certificate of attendance after the event.

    Our event content has clear learning outcomes, appropriate materials and suitably qualified presenters and tutors.


    ODX 2025 - Learning outcomes

    1. To understand the duty of the board towards society, employees, investors and consumers and prioritise accordingly.
    2. To recognise the importance of cultivating a consumer-first culture in light of an increasingly interventionist regulator.
    3. To put theory into practice with scenario simulations and hear best practice insight from director peers.
    4. To gain an insight into the impact of great leadership and cultivate a culture where strategic objectives can be met.
    5. To gain a better understanding of how new trends and macroeconomic factors can affect risk and opportunity for the board.

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    Speaking Opportunities

     Soizic Fauvelle
     soizic.fauvelle@ft.com

    Sponsorship Opportunities 

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    laurence.james@ft.com

    Delegate Services 

    Elissa Peterson
    ElissaPeterson@theODX.com

    Agenda is a trusted Financial Times news service for U.S. public board directors. Twice a week, our journalists deliver independent analysis on how other boards are handling topics like risk management, compensation, and corporate governance. Our thousands of readers bring our articles to their meetings to guide their board discussions and rely on our webcasts to fulfill director education requirements. 

    Start a free trial today and Bring More to the Table:  www.AgendaWeek.com/trial


    Find out more

    Agenda subscriber?

    If you're an Agenda subscriber you qualify for a reduced ticket rate. Please contact ElissaPeterson@theODX.com.
    Elissa will also be able to help you and your board colleagues if you are interested in a discounted group pass.

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