The past experience of a General Counsel makes this role a unique presence in the board room. As shareholder activism continues to be an issue for public company boards, legal influence in the boardroom has never been more important. And with the increasingly complex regulatory environment and political affairs stemming from Washington, board members with background that connects public and private affairs are a strategic addition to the modern board structure.
What differentiates legal experts as prime candidates for a general counsel board position? In the most recent episode of LeadershipTV™, Heidrick & Struggles’ Victoria Reese, global head of legal, risk, compliance, and government affairs, discusses three factors for consideration for boards seeking to fill a general counsel seat:
1. Elevated to Strategic Business Partner
2. High Level Government Position
3. Networking with Existing Board Members
In this second video in the Heidrick & Struggles LeadershipTV™ series, we’ll consider this trend in leadership development. Stay tuned for more tips on effective leadership in our next LeadershipTV™ segment.
For discussion on the growth of the CISO role within the C-Suite, watch the first video ([ Ссылка ]) in the series.
