The Lodis Forum

We currently have over 50 members in The Lodis Forum from public, private equity, ESOP, closely-held, and family-owned businesses across the United States, UK, Canada, and Australia. As long as members meet the criteria, we will continue to add women to our ranks. Our virtual meeting format is not limited to size. Learn more about The Lodis Forum here: https://lnkd.in/e_4e2cfc

The Lodis Forum is accepting speaking proposals for our monthly virtual Expert Series and the in-person Annual Symposium. We’re interested in advanced level talks on current topics and issues facing public board chairs and leaders. Submit your proposals here: https://lnkd.in/g2TmhDjV

The Lodis Forum is a peer group exclusively for women who are Board Chairs, Vice-Chairs, Lead Directors, and Committee Chairs focusing on governance excellence, peer exchange, research, and advocacy. Governance Excellence: Provide resources and insight to support leadership excellence Peer Exchange: Build a supportive network of women who are experiencing similar challenges Research: Conduct research on board leadership diversity Advocacy: Create awareness about the lack of diversity in these critical leadership roles Learn more about The Lodis Forum here: https://lnkd.in/e_4e2cfc

Whether you will just be waking up or ready for a morning break, you are invited to join The Lodis Forum for a virtual coffee talk on February 27th. Register and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/erQqMUjJ

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Tap into the incredible talent found amongst The Lodis Forum membership by submitting your board prospectus to this esteemed group of women. You can send your board prospectus to The Lodis Forum members or expand your reach by tapping into our members’ networks. Learn more about The Lodis Forum Board Search Assistance here: https://lnkd.in/gUMbxDKg

Despite the growing prevalence of artificial intelligence within our organizations, many of us still possess only a minimal to moderate understanding of this technology. Understand what AI is and how it can work for you in this insightful article: https://lnkd.in/dNwi5HEP

Stay tuned for our upcoming events this 2025! The Lodis Forum Event brings together our members, thought leaders, and board governance experts through a dynamic series of virtual gatherings. - Expert Series offers in-depth insights from top-tier specialists, while our Peer Group Discussions foster collaborative learning and networking. - Coffee Talks, informal yet impactful sessions designed to spark creativity and dialogue. - The Annual Symposium is the pinnacle event of the year. As our only in-person event, it provides quality networking opportunities and showcases executive speakers who lead high-level discussions. Together, these events foster a vibrant community dedicated to knowledge sharing and professional growth. Learn more about The Lodis Forum Events here: https://lnkd.in/gSxkbhX6

Join us on January 23 for an Expert Series discussion on Capital Allocation and Investment - Driving Strategy with our very own Lodis Forum member, Pinky Raina, CFO for Ideal Industries. Learn more about this month's Expert Series here: https://lnkd.in/d9mkZGCW

Navigating the complexities of family businesses requires a blend of clarity, engagement, and scalability. Brad Fisher’s insights and frameworks offer valuable guidance for family business leaders, owners, and board members. Learn about the Six Scalabilities framework, a structured approach to building a scalable and resilient business and family, introduced by Brad Fisher in this article: https://lnkd.in/gfdP32Sj #lodisforum #familybusiness #businessleaders #boardmembers