2025 Board of Directors Forum at Cornell Tech

• Current board members of public and private companies
• Board members in the for-profit arena at the executive level
• Those looking to move into a leadership role on a for-profit board
• Active board members looking for a “refresher” or bringing technology to their boardroom table

• 2025 Board of Directors Forum at Cornell Tech Certificate from Cornell Tech, Cornell Law, and SC Johnson College of Business 
• 24 Professional Development Hours (2.4 CEUs)
• 15 hours of NACD recertification credits

As the corporate landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, staying ahead of major developing technologies, regulatory trends, and geopolitical shifts is crucial for corporate boards.

Join us for an immersive, two-day program in New York City, coupled with virtual pre-work. Three of Cornell University’s colleges and schools – Cornell Tech, the Law School, and the SC Johnson College of Business – have come together to create this can’t-miss learning and networking experience focused on preparing you to lead in high-risk, real-world scenarios.

Designed specifically for board members and senior c-suite leaders, this unique executive program will equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate a rapidly evolving global business and technology environment. Through engagement with seasoned business and legal practitioners, former senior government regulators, and directors of public and private companies, you’ll come away better prepared to capture the upside and effectively manage the disruptions presented by major developing technologies and international dynamics. In addition to presentations and panel discussions, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in peer-to-peer sessions to share experiences and explore practical ways to implement best practices for complex decision-making in the boardroom.

Ultimately, this certificate program aims to enhance the capabilities of corporate boards in strategically leading their organizations into a future with resilience, innovation, and sustainable growth.

Dual Accreditation with the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)

Through the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), this program provides 15 hours of recertification credits for directors maintaining their NACD Directorship Certification®. The NACD Directorship Certification, the nation’s premier certification for board directors, provides a tangible assessment of a director’s understanding of the essential knowledge required to lead in today’s boardrooms.

All participants will receive a prestigious 2025 Board of Directors Forum at Cornell Tech and 24 Professional Development Hours. This dual accreditation ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence in corporate governance education.