June 17, 2026 | 12:00 PM ET 
As organizations navigate heightened complexity, boards are seeking leaders who bring strategic insight, operational rigor, and a forward-looking perspective. For many senior executives, stepping into board service is a natural next step—but understanding how to translate your leadership experience into true board value is essential. 

Join a panel of four distinguished AESC-member executive search consultants for an in-depth discussion on what it takes to position yourself for board opportunities in 2026. Drawing on their extensive experience advising boards and placing directors across industries, they will share practical guidance on how executives can stand out in an increasingly competitive governance landscape. 

Together, we’ll explore: 
• What boards are prioritizing in new directors today 
• How to articulate your executive experience in board-relevant terms 
• Ways to build visibility and credibility with board search professionals 
• The competencies, perspectives, and leadership behaviors boards value most 
• What to consider before pursuing your first (or next) board role 
• And more! 

Register today.