WASHINGTON, April 25, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) announced the highest level of director credentialing—NACD Fellowship—for 113 corporate directors and corporate governance professionals in the first quarter of 2013. NACD Fellows have demonstrated their commitment to promoting the highest standards of leadership in the boardroom through an extensive director training program.
NACD's Fellows serve on the boards of global corporations, private companies and nonprofits, including American Red Cross; Kansas City Life Insurance; Navy League of the United States; Nu Skin Enterprises; Perrigo; Pinnacle Entertainment Inc.; Reynolds American; State Farm Bank; Susan G. Komen for the Cure; Susser Holdings Corp.; Thompson Creek Metals; and US Cellular.
NACD's Fellowship Program is a comprehensive program of study developed exclusively for corporate directors who strive to stay aware of and knowledgeable about leading boardroom practices and trends that shape today's corporate governance environment. Candidates for NACD's Fellowship Program begin their program by completing a strong foundation course, which focuses on topical matters and committee-specific issues, followed by additional NACD education within a 12-month period. NACD Fellows maintain and advance their knowledge with continuous learning and peer-led collaboration and skill-specific learning opportunities, renewing their status annually.
"The corporate directors who have become NACD Fellows are positioned to ensure that boardrooms are held to the highest standards of governance," said Ken Daly, president and CEO of NACD. "I am pleased to recognize these leaders who are dedicated to sharpening their skills and staying abreast of emerging trends."
NACD Fellows represent hundreds of companies and provide a snapshot of the caliber of corporate directors engaged in continuous learning with NACD—the leading organization that identifies, interprets and provides insights and information that boardroom leaders rely upon to apply their wisdom and knowledge and make sound strategic decisions.
For more information about the NACD Board Leadership Fellowship program, visit www.NACDonline.org/Fellowships.
Directors who are interested in becoming NACD Board Leadership Fellows can contact NACD at 202-572-2088 or email Fellowships@NACDonline.org.
NACD Fellows include, among many more:
- William Blessing, director, Kansas City Life Insurance, Clearwire, Boy Scouts of America—Heart of America Council, Kansas City Repertory Theatre
- Laurie Brlas, director, Perrigo, First Tee
- J. Samuel Crowley, director, US Cellular
- Richard Goeglein, director, Pinnacle Entertainment Inc.
- Nevin Andersen, director, Nu Skin Enterprises
- Denis Arsenault, director, Thompson Creek Metals, Stonegate Agricom Ltd., MBAC Fertilizer Corp., Rockcliff Resources
- Martin Feinstein, director, Reynolds American Inc., Amlin PLC, GeoVera Holdings Inc.
- Sally Herbert, director, Susan G. Komen for the Cure
- Bruce Krysiak, director, Susser Holdings Corp.
- Tsion Messick, director, American Red Cross
- George Morriss, director, Neuberger Berman Mutual Funds, Berkshire Capital
- Joel Whitehead, director, Navy League of the United States
About NACD
The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) is the only membership organization focused exclusively on advancing exemplary board leadership. Based on 35 years of experience, NACD identifies, interprets, and provides insights and information that corporate board members rely upon to make sound strategic decisions, confidently confront complex business challenges, and enhance shareowner value. With more than 13,000 corporate director members, NACD provides world-class director education, director training, and proprietary research about leading boardroom and corporate governance practices to promote director professionalism and bolster investor confidence. Furthermore, to create more effective and efficient corporate boards, NACD provides independent board evaluations and custom-tailored in-boardroom education and training programs, as well as director-led conferences, forums, and peer-exchange learning opportunities to share ideas about current and emerging issues. Fostering collaboration among directors and governance stakeholders, NACD is shaping the future of board leadership. To learn more about NACD, visit www.NACDonline.org. To join, contact Kelly Dodd at kkdodd@NACDonline.org or 202-380-1891.