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Defining the nominating and governance committee role requires broad brush strokes and is critical to keeping the Board up to date with changing landscapes. The committee’s key responsibilities include shaping governance policies, planning for board and committee succession, recruiting and onboarding new directors, and driving board effectiveness. Increasingly this means being intentional about putting together a diverse and inclusive board and setting policies surrounding shareholder engagement. As Athena members, let’s gather to discuss the changing agenda and critical issues of the NomGov Committee, share new tactics, and provide a sounding board for best practices and leadership strategies. This is a safe place to challenge the norms and motivate breakthrough ideas while learning from each other and from the wisdom of experience.
Chatham House Rule: What is said in this group, stays in this group. Sessions are not recorded and will not be part of the library.
What to expect: -A topical theme for each meeting with guided questions -10 - 15 minutes of introductory remarks, 50 minutes of discussion with the whole group or in smaller break-out groups, depending on the number of attendees and topic -We may invite some expert guests selectively -Loosely-structured dialogue and occasionally a few slides may be included in a brief presentation or to guide the discussion
Insightful conversations for topics such as: -Identifying, evaluating, and recommending suitable board directors -Impact of Nom/Gov committee on the board and company -Promoting a culture of allyship - Driving DEI in recruiting practices
Date and time: 1 hour meeting on the first Monday of each month at 10am PT/1 pm ET
Peer Group Host: Cristina Scharffenorth
Peer Group Expert: Karen Cone
Joanne is a board member with P&L experience in a +$1B company, multi-functional C-Suite experience, start-up entrepreneurship, and extensive experience in the boardroom.
A trusted advisor to CEOs and boards, Joanne possesses a uniquely diverse portfolio of strategic, operational, and global leadership across highly regulated industries and companies of all sizes: Fortune 1 to startups, including 20+ years at General Motors, GMAC, and OnStar.
Having lived and worked nearly a decade in Europe, Joanne is a global strategist with deep international exposure and German language skills. She is adept at steering M&A, strategic alliances, supply chain, investor relations, risk management, rigorous compliance, and sustainability on a global scale.
Blending traditional corporate wisdom with entrepreneurial agility,
Joanne promotes forward-thinking global business practices.
Joanne previously served on the board of a $700 million German public stock corporation and currently serves as a board and finance committee member of a $30 million residential non-profit organization that services vulnerable youth in the Detroit metro area.
Joanne has earned the NACD Director Certification and a Carnegie Mellon Cybersecurity Oversight Certification. She holds a law degree from Stanford University.
Cristina Scharffenorth is the quintessential 'People Person' in her professional pursuits. Her innate talent lies in comprehending individuals and nurturing their personal and professional growth, all while working harmoniously towards shared objectives.
Over the past decade, Cristina has progressively shifted her focus towards leadership and talent development. Her roles have transitioned seamlessly, encompassing scouting, hiring, and placement, as well as comprehensive training, compassionate counseling, and empowering coaching. Whether in a supervisory capacity or as a skilled facilitator, Cristina consistently demonstrates her commitment to elevating individuals, fostering their growth, and nurturing their success.
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A Look Inside Athena is held monthly for prospect members to come and understand how Athena works. They will learn more about the backstory of Athena, see a tour of our platform, and have the opportunity to discuss more of what they are interested in and ask questions about joining our community.
Learn about the most pressing topics facing executives today in an intimate, yet casual, virtual setting. Hosted by board directors and leaders from the world's top brands.
Gather with Athena members in your area for a casual, in-person Meetup. These are planned by request and hosted by Athena members in various cities. If you're interested in hosting and/or joining a meetup in the future, reach out to the Member Success Team and let them know.
We have an incredible community of female leaders at Athena and we want to bring you closer together! Join a Peer Group and build a network of peers you can engage with for guidance, lessons learned and insights around a shared interest. Choose a topic that most interests you or drop in and out of multiple peer groups as it suits you best. You’ll find at least one peer group available to join every week. Each live session goes for one hour, no preparation is needed, just show up as you are. We look forward to seeing you there!
A Learning Circle is an opportunity to connect with a small group of other Athena members in a focused yet casual setting, creating accountability around targeted learning to assist you in achieving your goals. Over the course of 6 sessions, club members will meet every 2 weeks to participate in an organic, peer-led discussion of the session's "chapters" consisting of 1-2 Athena salons which are to be reviewed on your own prior to the group session. When joining, members are committing to completing all 6 sessions.
Typically led by one of Athena's coaches, networking events provide members an opportunity to meet one another in a smaller intimate and virtual setting.
These are typically in-person events led by Coco and our partnering companies on topics that are relevant to the industry and audience of our business partners.
A workshop is an interactive session for members to actively practice something, such as their pitch. These sessions typically involve breakout rooms, member to member feedback and are not recorded.
For members new to Athena looking for ways to engage, these bi-weekly orientations led by an Athena Member Success Manager, provide a live tour of Athena, member success insights, and a chance to get questions answered.
Athena customizes virtual learning events with expert business leaders tailored to a unique company’s needs. These events cultivate cross-functional community, development, and learning across the partner organization.
Athena listens and we're always adding new event types and opportunities for members to engage. See what new events we are currently offering members.
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