In this third session, Dan Daly and Stewart Cable, cochairman of Goodwin Law, move their discussion from corporate financing to board service and executive responsibilities in 2026. Board evaluations should be, structured, candid, and result in worthwhile conclusions. The utilization of an external third party is highly recommended for their independence. Successes and failures, opportunities and risks should be part of the discussion. Are the parties acting as fiduciaries in the stakeholders’ behalf? Is their focus on the company's sustainability?

Takeaways:

• Candid Comments Are Critical
• Conclusions Are Presented Anonymously
• Not a Popularity Contest
• Broad Responsibilities, Not Single Issues
• Fiduciary, Not Just a Word

Dan Daly discusses the company's positive growth in 2025 and its future focus beyond just directors to senior executives. Many of whom will be the directors of tomorrow. He also addresses those strategic issues that now exist on a global basis that are additional responsibilities of the board and senior management beyond the traditional.

• Our Goals for 2026
• Added Responsibilities, What and Where
• Thinking Outside the Box
• Succession and Turnover

• Don't Ignore, Don't Be Misled
• AI Is Draining Capital Markets
• AI: A User or An Investor
• Leaders Ask the Tough Questions
• Demand the Best Answers