Stanford Women on Boards
Inspire change. Build boards. Empower leaders.
Stanford Women on Boards is committed to increasing the representation, readiness, and influence of Stanford-affiliated leaders on public, private, and nonprofit boards.
Stanford Women on Boards is excited to announce the launch of our new community platform Stanford Directors' Network.
The Stanford Directors’ Network (SDN) is a community platform for all Stanford-affiliated leaders who are serving on or aspire to serve on corporate and nonprofit boards of directors.
Effective Board Leadership: The Art of Doing It Well and the Risks of Getting It Wrong
We’re proud to share the newly published report, “Effective board leadership: The art of doing it well and the risks of getting it wrong,” developed in partnership with PwC’s Governance Insights Center.
Leading-Edge Stewardship Video Series: Getting There and Doing it Well
What does it mean to be an outstanding board member? What does it take to operate as an exceptional board? How can you secure a seat in the boardroom? SWB's new video series delves into these questions. This comprehensive 10-part series is designed to enhance the skills and understanding required at various stages of board involvement, from aspiring members to seasoned directors.
Leading-Edge Stewardship
As leaders in over a thousand boardrooms, we have developed a unique perspective on what defines an exceptional board member and what it takes to operate an exceptional board. We call this Leading-Edge Stewardship.
Find the best
Looking for experienced directors to enhance your board? Stanford Women on Boards helps companies and nonprofits find the best Stanford leaders to build high-performing boards.
Connect. Grow. Lead.
We help each other succeed. Stanford Women on Boards is a community working to develop exceptional stewards of organizations changing the world.
Stanford knows education
There are many resources to advance your individual and board goals. Stanford Women on Boards curates educational opportunities from Stanford and our collaborators.
Expand your team
Is boardroom excellence a priority for your organization? Stanford Women on Boards collaborates with many groups to expand board opportunities and advance thought leadership.
Engage now
Ready to build your board skills and networks for success? Find an upcoming educational or networking event for you.
