Upcoming WCD Virtual & In-Person 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.

Virtual Webinar:
February 24, 2026

Women Corporate Directors (WCD) is pleased to announce a new virtual series — The BoardNext Leadership Lab!

During the first event of the series, WCD members will hear from futurist Edie Weiner, who will share best practices and candid lessons learned from her board career. Plus, you’ll hear practical guidance for the journey from the C-suite to the boardroom.

This insightful session also explores how aspiring directors can land their first board role, in addition to emerging trends such as AI, using non-profit positions as a pathway to public companies and what competencies are currently in demand.

Virtual Comp/Human Capital Peer Exchange:
March 9, 2026

Another volatile year, marked by tariffs, macroeconomic pressure, and uneven performance across industries, has left many organizations grappling with missed targets and difficult compensation decisions. As compensation committees reflect on 2025 outcomes and look ahead to 2026, how can they balance the challenge of pay-for-performance principles with the realities of an unpredictable environment?

Speakers for this peer exchange include Jane Okun Bomba, Susan Chapman-Hughes, Jannice Koors, and Kimberly Neil.

Virtual Nom/Gov Peer Exchange:
March 16, 2026

In a World of Accelerated Change, How Are Nominating & Governance Committees Setting Priorities?

The accelerating pace of change - driven by technology, regulation, geopolitics, and shifting stakeholder expectations - is changing what boards need, how directors are selected, and how governance itself is designed. How is your NomGov Committee keeping pace with these changes, reassessing board and executive competencies, and designing processes and structures to keep up with today's rapid changes?

Virtual Audit Peer Exchange:
March 30, 2026

A Conversation with Kurt Hohl, Chief Accountant, U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC)

Join us at our upcoming Audit Committee Peer Exchange for a special conversation with SEC Chief Accountant, Kurt Hohl, with a focus on current SEC and Office of the Chief Accountant (OCA) priorities, including emerging technology issues - such AI, crypto, monitoring of FASB and oversight of the PCAOB, international accounting standards and governance, and other OCA focus areas.

Speakers for this session include Kurt Hohl, Chief Accountant, U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) and Candy Duncan, Director and Audit Committee Chair, Teleflex Incorporated (Moderator).

Virtual Private Company & Family Business Peer Exchange:
May 13, 2026

For companies looking to raise capital, family offices have increasingly become a viable source of funding. Unlike venture capital or private equity, family offices have more flexibility around return of capital, allowing for longer-term investment horizons. This Peer Exchange will explore how family offices evaluate opportunities, what differentiates them from other institutional capital, and what boards and management should understand about their investment mandates, governance expectations, and risk tolerance.

Speakers to be announced soon.

Virtual Nom/Gov Peer Exchange
May 18, 2026

Details to be shared soon.

ADDITIONAL WCD HQ UPCOMING EVENTS

Mark your calendar and plan to attend

Peer Exchange | Compensation & Human Capital Committee | June 2

Details to be announced soon.

Europe Regional Institute | June 15-16

Join Women Corporate Directors (WCD) on June 15-16 for our 2026 Europe Regional Institute. We will begin the event in the afternoon of the 15th with a welcome reception, followed by the Institute on the 16th. The flagship event will also celebrate the relaunch of WCD France.

Bringing together governance leaders and WCD members from around the world, the Europe Regional Institute aims to discuss pressing topics and emerging considerations in corporate governance and provide networking opportunities. We are delighted that our Institute will immediately precede the VivaTech conference, and there will be opportunities for attendees to participate in VivaTech-related experiences.

Mark your calendar and plan to join us in Paris. The agenda, speakers and additional details will be announced in the weeks ahead.

Peer Exchange | Audit Committee | June 9

Peer Exchange | Audit Committee | September 17

Peer Exchange | Nominating & Governance Committee | September 24

Peer Exchange | Private Company & Family Business | October 23

Peer Exchange | Compensation & Human Capital Committee | November 6

Peer Exchange | Nominating & Governance Committee | November 16

Peer Exchange | Audit Committee | December 2

Chapter Events

Local events are hosted among 56 chapters worldwide.

WCD’s 56 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.