NACD Launches Online Video Series for Corporate Directors and Board Executives, Featuring PwC

NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) has launched a new online video series featuring PwC's US Center for Board Governance and other industry leaders, discussing the most pressing issues facing boards. The regular series will be available on the NACD website, covering high priority issues for boards, such as "say on pay," executive compensation, risk oversight and governance legislation.

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"As the pre-eminent membership organization for directors, NACD provides the best research, analysis and information to guide directors through their roles in the boardroom," said Ken Daly, president and CEO of NACD. "With BoardVision, we're offering another quality resource for members in an innovative platform, making it easier for directors and board executives to get the most important information in a more effective and efficient way."

In its first episode, Peter Gleason, managing director and CFO of NACD and Catherine Bromilow, partner with PwC's Center for Board Governance, discuss findings from PwC's 2010 Annual Corporate Directors Survey.

The second BoardVision episode features a discussion with John Barry, leader of PwC's Center for Board Governance, and Mr. Gleason, providing insights into the business community's response to the Securities and Exchange Commission's proposed rules on the whistleblower provision of the Dodd-Frank Act.

Future episodes will include practical considerations based on the firsthand experiences of experts ranging from board directors to governance advisors. The videos will also integrate additional resources for viewers, providing links to reference materials available to NACD members.

"We're excited to collaborate with the NACD on this new webcast series," said Mr. Barry. "As directors face Dodd-Frank implementation and other regulatory change in the year ahead, we'll provide key insights with a focus on actionable takeaways to implement in the boardroom."

To view the latest episodes of BoardVision, please visit www.NACDonline.org/BoardVision.

About PwC's Center for Board Governance

PwC's Center for Board Governance is a leading resource to enable directors to more effectively meet the challenges of their critical role.  By promoting leading governance practices the Center promotes excellence in the boardroom and is dedicated to better enabling boards and audit committees to perform their important roles.  To provide timely updates to board members, the Center publishes the annual Corporate Directors Survey, annual Current Developments for Directors, quarterly To the Point, quarterly BoardroomDirect, and offers forums for directors to discuss current issues.

For more information, please visit http://www.pwc.com/US/CenterForBoardGovernance.

About the PwC Network

PwC firms provide industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to enhance value for their clients. More than 161,000 people in 154 countries in firms across the PwC network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice. See www.pwc.com for more information.

About NACD

The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) is the only membership organization delivering the information and insights that corporate board members need to confidently confront complex business challenges and enhance shareowner value. With more than 10,000 members, NACD advances exemplary board leadership. NACD is focused on creating more effective and efficient boards through director-led education and peer forums to share ideas and leading practices based on more than 30 years of primary research. Fostering collaboration among directors and governance stakeholders, NACD is shaping the future of board leadership. To learn more about NACD, visit NACDonline.org.  To join, please contact Kelly Dodd at [email protected] or 202-380-1891.

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