Upcoming WCD In‑Person & Virtual Events

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.

Speakers:

Isabelle Allen, Global Head of Consumer & Retail, KPMG International (moderator)
Elaine Eisenman, Managing Director, Saeje Advisors LLC, Board Director, Designer Brands Inc. (DSW), Miravan LLC, WCD Boston Chapter Chair
Suzanne Kuiper, Director, Global Decarbonization Hub, KPMG International
Kerrii Anderson, Board Director, Abercrombie & Fitch, Sherwin-Williams Co. Worthington Enterprises Inc. Labcorp Holdings Inc. WCD Columbus Chapter Member

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With new leadership in the U.S. and across the world, how can Nominating & Governance Committees navigate uncertainty where every decision risks backlash from one side or another? Will recent trends in regulatory activism change, and, if so, what issues are expected to be in the spotlight and how are regulator and stakeholder preferences shifting? Who on the board has responsibility for issues that cross over multiple regulatory bodies and oceans, Nominating & Governance, Audit, Compensation, special committee, or the full board? How is changing sentiment impacting board recruiting and succession planning? Our speakers will discuss the competing forces that Nominating & Governance Committees and boards are facing today.

Speakers:

Tracy Harris, Director, Bally's Corporation; CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield; Council of Institutional Investors; WCD Washington DC
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The adoption and integration of GenAI and other disruptive technologies is underway. The impact of these new technologies will have broad implications on business across industries and countries. How confident are you in your organization's use and oversight of AI/Gen AI and other disruptive technologies? As companies face risk from maintaining legacy systems, persistent cyber attacks, and evolving data privacy and AI laws and regulations, how can the Audit Committee and board ensure there is a strong data governance process and approach in place to mitigate these risks? Join us for a conversation with audit committee chairs and technology experts where we will explore these issues and more.

Speakers:

Swami Chandrasekaran, Principal, AI & Digital Innovation, KPMG
Allison Downey, Financial Services Audit Partner, KPMG; WCD Boston (Moderator)
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Join WCD and Pearl Meyer for a look behind the curtain at executive compensation plan design and strategies. Compensation & Human Capital Committee members are aware of the current strategies at play, but what are the emerging and innovative approaches being used in executive compensation plans that drive behaviour and performance? When should different strategies be employed such as for a CEO versus the rest of the executive team or when conditions change at the company or in the market? What can boards do to ensure the company's compensation approach is meaningful and effective?

Speakers:

Jannice Koors, Senior Managing Director, Pearl Meyer
Hazel McNeilage, Director, Reinsurance Group of America, Everest Group; WCD Carolinas
Suzan Morno-Wade, Director, Latham Group, Inc., Veritiv Holdings, Inc.; WCD New York
Kimberly Neil, Principal, Pearl Meyer

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Join WCD and Davis Polk for a comprehensive review of the fundamental principles, practices, and structures that underpin effective corporate governance and board leadership. Whether you are targeting your first board role or are a seasoned board member, this exciting event will deepen your understanding of the director role and oversight responsibilities, corporate governance rules and regulations, and best practices for fulfilling your duties as an engaged and effective board member.

Presentation / Discussion areas:

• Board member role and responsibilities
• Board leadership, committee structures and oversight
• Boardroom culture & composition
• Board reporting and relationship with CEO and other senior management
• Duty to shareholders and stakeholders
• Primary board oversight duties & good practices
• Director liability and risk exposure

Speakers:

Dana M. Seshens, Partner, Civil Litigation, New York
Rory A. Leraris, Partner, Civil Litigation, New York
Veronica M. Wissell, Partner, Executive Compensation, New York

Davis Polk will offer a CLE credit for members in New York and California.

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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

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Join us for WCD's 2025 LATAM Regional Institute. We will convene in Mexico City, Mexico, and cover topics including corporate governance issues focusing on technology innovation and adoption, sustainable development in Latam, navigating trade and tariffs, cyber and AI risk, and more. An agenda and speakers will be announced soon.

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