Podcast #152 | Boardroom Diversity and the Black Corporate Board Readiness Program

Episode #152 of the Boardroom Governance Podcast features Dennis Lanham—the Executive Director of the Silicon Valley Executive Center at Santa Clara University—and BCBR alumni Zain Oke, Vice President at AAA and board member, and Dianna Jones, Director of Legal Compliance at Uber and board member.

They dive into the origins, mission, and focus of the Black Corporate Board Readiness (BCBR) program at Santa Clara University, exploring the progress it has made and the challenges Black board directors face in today's corporate climate.

The discussion covers the evolution of board diversity, including the impact of California's SB-826 and AB-979 legislation. They also navigate the complexities of ESG and DEI challenges, offering valuable recommendations for executives considering joining corporate boards.

You can listen to the episode directly in the Boardroom Governance Podcast website (where you can find all the show notes), or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts such as in: Apple or Spotify.

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