Upcoming WCD In‑Person & Virtual Events

Timely programming, candid conversations and global events where you’ll connect and ideate with trusted peers, cover business-critical topics, and amplify your impact as a corporate director. Virtual & In-person across multiple time-zones. Live and On-Demand.

Spotlight Events

January 21, 2025 | Virtual

BoardNext Virtual

WCD Board Bio & Resume Refresher

Join WCD BoardNext and Rochelle Campbell for our Board Bio & Resume workshop refresher, designed to help you master the art of writing your board-ready resume, bio, and board-focused LinkedIn with our webinar that includes actionable take-aways. Learn to craft compelling board documents, discover the dos and don'ts, optimal structures, and strategic content worth sharing. This session will teach you how to avoid pitfalls and present your best self for board consideration focusing on the outcomes of your career.

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January 22, 2025 | Virtual

WCDirect Event

Global Economic Outlook for 2025

Chief Economist Diane Swonk will present her economic forecast for 2025 and beyond. She will discuss the economic outlook, the path of Federal Reserve rate cuts and the impact of fiscal policy shifts under a new administration.

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February 12, 2025 | Virtual

Industry Breakout

Consumer & Retail Board Insights

Join WCD + KPMG’s Consumer & Retail Leaders to discuss Board Insights, where we will explore the transformative potential of the circular economy. With increasing sustainability-focused regulations being adopted globally, understanding how the circular economy aligns with these evolving requirements is becoming a crucial corporate governance issue for board members to foster systemic change, drive innovation, and promote cross-sector collaboration.

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May 26–27, 2025 | Amsterdam

Regional Institute

WCD Europe Institute 2025

Join us for a Regional Institute covering corporate governance issues focusing on innovation, entrepreneurship and technology in the boardroom.

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June 1–3, 2025 | Mexico City

Regional Institute

WCD LATAM Institute 2025

Join us for a Regional Institute that convenes and cover topics including corporate governance issues such as geopolitical considerations in the boardroom, AI/cyber risk, tech/AI innovation and sustainability.

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WCD GLOBAL EVENTS CALENDAR

In-person and virtual events addressing timely, business-critical topics

January 21, 2025 | BoardNext Virtual: WCD Board Bio & Resume Refresher

January 22, 2025 | Global Economic Outlook for 2025 with Diane Swonk, Chief Economist at KPMG LLP

February 12, 2025 | KPMG Industry Breakout

As the consumer goods and retail industries face increasing pressure to reduce their environmental impact, the circular economy is emerging as a critical strategy. High production volumes, limited product lifespans, and the reliance on finite resources are driving the need for change.

By adopting circular principles, companies can enhance resource productivity, cut waste, and contribute to a more sustainable future.

We invite you to join WCD + KPMG’s Consumer & Retail Leaders to discuss Board Insights, where we will explore the transformative potential of the circular economy. This informative session will delve into how embracing circular strategies can foster systemic change, drive innovation, and promote cross-sector collaboration. With increasing sustainability-focused regulations being adopted globally, understanding how the circular economy aligns with these evolving requirements is becoming a crucial corporate governance issue for board members.

Our skilled panel will share insights on how this shift can:

Deliver significant sustainability benefits and drive innovation
Build more resilient supply chains in an unpredictable world
Meet the growing consumer demand for sustainable products

This is an excellent opportunity for board members to gain valuable insights into the circular economy and learn how it can create long-term value, boost resilience, and ensure future-proof governance for your organization.

May 26-27, 2025 | Europe Institute

Join us for a Regional Institute that convenes and covers topics including corporate governance issues such as:

Innovation and Life cycle of companies and including corporate culture shifts
Innovation and Technology
Family Business
Entrepreneurship (with focus on female founders and their investment support)
Enablers of innovation; hearing from banks on financing innovation, or from law firms on reviewing legal frameworks
Innovation and the military
Exploring the philosophical underpinnings and paradigm of growth and profitability

An agenda and speakers will be announced soon.

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June 1-3, 2025 | LATAM Regional Institute

CHAPTER EVENTS

Join other members in your chapter

WCD’s 70 chapters throughout the world host events in various locations and formats. Chapter events are held both in-person and virtually and are open to all members.

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For more information on WCD’s chapter events, please email membership@wcdglobal.org.

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