Board Leadership Strategies: Effective Utilization of Independent Directors

A recent KPMG survey found that almost 90% of respondents said their companies had at least 1 independent director. However, CEOs may not know how best to use the talent and skills of independent directors—particularly at family companies.

In this episode of the Privately Speaking Podcast Series, KPMG Private Enterprise partner, Erika Whitmore, sits down with Claudia Allen, Senior Advisor, KPMG Board Leadership Center, to discuss:

• How CEO’s can effectively utilize their board members and strategies to efficiently onboard members
• How private company independent directors can add value
• The importance of strategic succession planning