Our vision for change
Stanford Directors' Network is dedicated to helping Stanford leaders succeed in the boardroom.
About Us
Our Foundation
Stanford Directors’ Network builds on more than two decades of leadership and community cultivated through Stanford Women on Boards. This ground-breaking organization helped thousands of Stanford-affiliated leaders strengthen their boardroom readiness, expand their networks, and increase their impact across public, private, and nonprofit boards. Today, Stanford Directors’ Network carries that legacy forward as a broader platform for current and aspiring directors — connecting board leaders with opportunities, insights, and a trusted community dedicated to advancing excellence in governance and stewardship.
A Shared Vision
Stanford Directors' Network brings together organizations at the forefront of promoting excellence in the boardroom. We build deep strategic relationships and strive to be an engaged thought leader in shaping 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.
Connect with Stanford Directors' Network
Become part of a vibrant community of directors, executives, and governance professionals from across public, private, and nonprofit organizations.
Member Benefits
- Connect with peers through a searchable member directory
- 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 & resources
Let’s Collaborate
Stanford Directors' Network collaborates with organizations, faculty, volunteers, and governance leaders who share our commitment to strengthening board leadership. Together, we create opportunities for learning, thought leadership, research, and community engagement that help shape the future of governance.
Ways to Collaborate
- Partner on events and educational programming
- Share governance expertise and thought leadership
- Support research and boardroom innovation
- Engage with Stanford's community of board leaders
Start a Conversation
Have a question, idea, board opening, or partnership opportunity? We'd love to hear from you.
Executive Leadership Team
Stanford Staff
- Preeti Gogulapati, Program Manager