What It Takes to Be a Board Leader

Boards don’t always need a well-known, “rock star” chair; sometimes, individuals who simply possess strong leadership qualities are more successful in the role. 

In this episode, board member Virginia Gambale and NACD advisor Susan Paley explore the role of independent chairs. They discuss the difference between board leaders and other board members, the relationships to prioritize in the role, and the qualities of effective chairs.

Host: Susan Paley, NACD advisor

Guest: Virginia Gambale, chair, Nutanix; board member, Consumer Edge, Evertec, Virtu Financial, and 10x Banking Technology; managing partner, Azimuth Partners

Related NACD Resources:

• Director Essentials: Board Leadership Structures
• Director Essentials: Succession Planning for Board and Committee Leaders

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What is BoardVision?

BoardVision™, the official podcast of NACD, engages directors, aspiring directors, CEOs, executives, and the broader business community on significant issues facing corporate boards. Produced by the Directorship magazine team, the podcast is available on the third Wednesday of every month.

In each episode, NACD speaks with industry leaders and governance experts to explore the stories and challenges of what it means to be a successful director.