Boardroom Voices

The Real Work of the Boardroom with P&G's David Taylor

What most meaningfully strengthens a board’s ability to contribute? David Taylor, former Chair and CEO of Procter & Gamble and current Chair of Delta Air Lines, joins Boardspan CEO Abby Adlerman for a wide-ranging conversation on the dynamics beneath formal governance: genuine relationships between boards and CEOs, constructive challenge in the boardroom, and finding opportunity even in activist engagement. A thoughtful discussion on judgment, trust, and how strong boards really do their best work.

Data, Disruption & the Boardroom with David Kenny

What does it take for boards to lead effectively in an era defined by data abundance, rapid disruption, and AI-driven decision-making? David Kenny, Executive Chairman of Nielsen and a member of the board of directors at Best Buy, joins Boardspan CEO Abby Adlerman to explore that question in depth.

Board Succession Planning: Shaping the Board of Tomorrow with Jamie Gorelick

Board succession is one of the most sensitive—and strategic—topics in governance. Jamie Gorelick, former U.S. Deputy Attorney General and longtime director at Amazon and VeriSign, joins Boardspan CEO Abby Adlerman to discuss how boards can approach succession planning with clarity, foresight, and long-term perspective. A thoughtful conversation on ensuring the right mix of skills and experiences for today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges.

How Boards Earn and Keep Investor Trust with Barbara Novick

Barbara Novick, Co-founder and Senior Advisor of BlackRock, joins Boardspan CEO Abby Adlerman for a conversation about how boards can build stronger relationships with their shareholder base and navigate the growing complexity of the governance landscape.

How Boards Can Drive Strategic Growth with Chris Young

Chris Young, board member at American Express and Qualcomm and former CEO of McAfee, shares how boards can drive strategic growth by embracing innovation, asking the right questions, and helping companies adapt in a fast-moving world.