Podcasts
From reactive to predictive: Board governance in the AI age
In this episode of the Corporate Director Podcast, guest host Nithya Das, General Manager of Governance and Chief Legal Officer at Diligent, sits down with Elena Hera and Kaitlin Betancourt, partners at Goodwin, to unpack how AI is reshaping board oversight, legal risk, and the tempo of governance. They explore what reasonably informed AI oversight looks like, how to build an effective AI governance framework, and why AI literacy and documentation are rapidly becoming table stakes for corporate directors.
Sunshine Week special: Transparency, trust & the power of public records
Sunshine Week, which takes place every March, is a timely reminder that transparency is not just a legal requirement for public institutions — it is the foundation of trust between boards and the communities they serve. As public expectations for openness continue to grow, school boards and other public-facing organizations are navigating increasingly complex transparency obligations, from public records requests to open meeting laws and digital communications. In this special episode of the Leading with Purpose podcast, Andrea Messina, CEO of the Florida School Boards Association, and Kathy McFarland, Executive Director of the Consortium of State School Boards Associations (COSSBA) discuss why transparency, open government and public records are foundational to public trust. The conversation explores what public facing boards need to know as expectations for openness and accountability continue to rise. Our discussion covers why transparency matters for school boards and public institutions, where organizations most often fall short and the real risks of inconsistent or unclear practices. We examine open meeting requirements, public records management, the role of technology in improving access and compliance, and how clear, consistent communication can reduce conflict and strengthen trust with communities. Tune in for practical insights and real world perspectives to help public boards build trust, meet their transparency obligations, and lead with confidence during Sunshine Week and beyond. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the podcast to help others discover it too.
