The Global Summit

The Business Case for Diverse Boards

Date: September 10, 2024

Venue: 48 Wall Street

Time: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM ET

The Global Summit: Board Ready Conference of the Year

Join us at the 2024 Global Summit as we drive the mission to build more inclusive boardrooms by harnessing diverse perspectives and experiences. Dive into dynamic panel discussions and interactive breakout sessions that cover topics such as effective board leadership, strategic decision-making, and navigating the evolving landscape of corporate governance.

Event Highlights

Morning Session

  • Advancing the Conversation: The Global Landscape of Women on Boards
  • Investing in Diversity: From Boards to Bottom Line
  • Revolutionizing Board Rooms: The Role of Tech & Innovation

Afternoon Session

  • Local Action to Global Impact with Valerie Jarrett
  • Changing the Board Game: A Fireside Chat with e.l.f. Beauty
  • Power of Partnerships: Driving Boardroom Diversification
  • Networking reception

Speakers

Advancing the Conversation: The Global Landscape of Women on Boards

MODERATOR
Cynthia Clark
John W. Poduska Professor of Governance
Bentley University
Regina Garcia Cuellar
Independent Board Member
Rotoplás, Gigante, and Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte (OMA)
Merete Fjeld Brattested
Permanent Mission of Norway
to the United Nations

Investing in Diversity: From Boards to Bottom Line

MODERATOR
Tracey Doi
Independent Board Director
Quest Diagnostics; Pentair
Janet Wong
Independent Board Director
James D. White
Board Chair
The Honest Company
Debra Dial
Independent Board Director
Dow and Hubbell

Revolutionizing Board Rooms: The Role of Tech & Innovation

MODERATOR
John Driver
Independent Board Director, Chairman & CEO
Lynx Technology
Judy Marks
Chair, CEO and President
Otis Worldwide Corporation
Carey Smith
Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer
Parsons Corporation

Local Action to Global Impact: In Conversation with Valerie Jarrett

Valerie Jarrett
Chief Executive Officer
Obama Foundation

Changing the Board Game

Fireside Chat with

MODERATOR
Laura Maness
Global Chief Executive Officer
Grey
Laurie Lam
Chief Brand Officer
e.l.f. Beauty

Power of Partnerships: Driving Boardroom Diversification

MODERATOR
Heather Spilsbury
CEO
50/50 Women on Boards
Jennifer Reynolds
CEO
Women Corporate Directors
Marcel Bucsescu
Vice President, Strategic Engagement
National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)
Ozzie Gromada Meza
CEO & President
Latino Corporate Directors Association
Fabrice Houdart
CEO & Founder
The LGBTQ+ Directors Association

Wingmen at Work: An Ally in the Boardroom

MODERATOR
Kris Pederson
EY Americas, Center for Board Matters
EY
Herman Bulls
Vice Chairman, Americas
JLL
David Chun
CEO
Equilar
Joe Hurd
Independent Board Director
Lloyd's of London
Rob Smith
CEO and Founder
Phluid

From the Boardroom to the Future

Edie Weiner
CEO and President
The Future Hunters

Event Logistics

To register for the 50/50 Women on Boards Global Summit, visit our registration page here.

For any questions regarding registration, please contact our Events Team at events@5050wob.com.

  • Welcome breakfast
  • Access to all panels throughout the day
  • Networking reception after the panels

Business attire.

The 50/50 Women on Boards Global Summit will be held at 48 Wall Street, New York, NY.

Directions:

By Subway: The nearest subway stations are Wall Street (2, 3 lines) and Broad Street (J, Z lines). Both are a short walk from the venue.

By Bus: Several bus lines service the area, including the M15 and M55.

By Car: If driving, there are several parking garages nearby.

  1. Icon Parking
    39 Exchange Pl, New York, NY 10005
  2. iPark
    9 Cedar St, New York, NY 10005
  3. iPark
    90 Water St, New York, NY 10005
  4. MP Parking.
    106 Front St, New York, NY 10043
  5. iPark
    201 Pearl St, New York, NY 10038

We suggest pre-booking your parking spot using SpotAngels if you plan on driving.

By Foot: 48 Wall Street is easily accessible for those staying in nearby hotels or in the Financial District, on the southwest corner of Wall Street and William Street in New York City.


SUMMIT
PASSES
$350

Our Individual Ticket Package includes an in-person strategic networking event in a city of your choice and The Global Conversation on Board Diversity™ held virtually in November, or you can purchase a Global Ticket separately. This package is designed to help you build your network and make valuable connections that can propel your career forward. Secure your spot today!

SPONSORSHIP
PACKAGES
$10,000+

Our Sponsorship Packages start at the Global Summit Gold level with options to curate packages at the Worldwide Corporate levels, providing you with the opportunity to showcase your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Benefits include inviting the women who comprise your employees and clients to network strategically for their continued success, building visibility for your brand’s impact, and increasing efforts to elevate a global collective of women in the pipeline.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Official Airline

United Airlines

Diamond

Emerald

Platinum

EY Sponsor Logo

Gold

Infosys - 2024 Global Summit Sponsor

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