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Directors' Network

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Inspire change. Build boards. Empower leaders.

Stanford Directors' Network is committed to increasing the representation, readiness, and influence of Stanford-affiliated leaders on public, private, and nonprofit boards.

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Welcome to Stanford Directors' Network

Modern boards need exceptional directors who bring perspective, teamwork, and best practices to maximize value to all stakeholders. Stanford Directors' Network is a group of board practitioners working to shape the boardroom of the future. 

Whether you're looking to expand your network, engage with governance thought leadership, collaborate on new initiatives, or explore opportunities to serve, there are multiple ways to become part of our growing community. 

Community benefits:

  • Join discussion groups and experience-based communities

  • Access virtual events, roundtables, and educational programs

  • Explore open board opportunities

  • Engage with Stanford-affiliated governance thought leadership

  • Access on-demand library of programming and resources

  • Connect with peers through a searchable member directory

A New Chapter: Stanford Directors’ Network

Announcement

Building on two decades of shaping board leadership, Stanford Women on Boards is taking the next step in our evolution by becoming Stanford Directors' Network. This transition reflects our growing community of board practitioners and our mission to prepare more Stanford leaders to advance excellence in the boardroom.

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Community Platform

Stanford Directors’ Network offers a space for all Stanford-affiliated leaders to connect, whether you are serving on or aspire to serve on corporate and nonprofit boards of directors.

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Connect. Grow. Lead.

We help each other succeed. Stanford Directors' Network is a community working to develop exceptional stewards of organizations changing the world.

Stanford Knows Education

There are many resources to advance your individual and board goals. Stanford Directors' Network curates educational opportunities from Stanford and our collaborators.

Leading-Edge Stewardship

What does it mean to be an exceptional board member and what does it take to operate as an exceptional board? Stanford Directors' Network has a point of view.

Find the Best

Looking for experienced directors to enhance your board? Stanford Directors' Network helps companies and nonprofits find the best Stanford leaders to build high-performing boards.

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