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    In this Issue of NACD Directorship

    May June 2013

    The Art of Cyber War

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    Boardroom threat level rising: A closer look at how vulnerability in cyber space is redefining national security, enterprise risk, intellectual property, and oversight.

    Surviving a Compliance Meltdown

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    A first-person account of restoring balance and ethics to Siemens.

    Tips for Repatriating Money From China

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    Common strategies U.S. multinational companies may use to improve cash flow from China.

    Controlling the Public Company Sale Process

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    ‘Don’t ask, don’t waive’ standstill provisions on the firing line.

    Board Diversity: Let’s Make It Personal

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    Boards should consider personalities of existing and prospective directors when seeking new board members.

    Parsing Marty

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    A sample of highlights from Marty Lipton's annual address, Some Thoughts for Boards of Directors in 2013.

    Cyber Insecurity

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    Aspects of cyber security directors need to be attentive to in today's environment, according to former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Peter Pace.

    Revisiting Board Quotas

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    When ratios don’t improve, the probability of regulators stepping in increases.

    A Leader Ahead of His Time: NACD Founder John Nash

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    John Nash, who coined the boardroom adage “NIFO: nose in, fingers out,” built NACD membership to 3,000.

    In Audit Circles, Information Quality, Risk Culture Are Top of Mind

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    Lessons from the ‘London whale,’ how not to fall in love with a deal, and knowing when to exit among advice shared.

    Transferring Military Skills to Director Service

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    Many of the leadership skills and training military officers possess can be repurposed for service in corporate boardrooms.

    Relativity

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    Corporate governance, NACD, and ​Directorship​ magazine have changed a great deal in recent years, and will continue to do so as we approach 2020.

    Good to the Last Word

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    This issue both looks ahead to cybersecurity issues directors may face in the near future, and look back to reflect upon the history of NACD.

    What to Ask Before Joining a Board

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    The hardest, and sometimes most important, questions to answer when considering joining a board are often the least measurable.

    The Debate Over Cyber Threats

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    The federal government is taking actions to help defend corporations from cyber attacks.

    King to Succeed Franklin As NACD Chairman

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    Franklin hailed for public service and Washington insight; King to advance 2020 initiative.

    From Civil to Board Service

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    A number of retired or soon-to-retire government officials have joined or have been nominated to corporate boards.

    American DNA

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    A slew of new books offer valuable looks at issues as diverse as what makes Mayo Clinic great to how the social technology revolution should be embraced.

    Directors, Senior Executives Identify Top Risks

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    The top 10 results of the Executive Perspectives on Top Risks for 2013: Key Issues Being Discussed in the Boardroom and C-Suite.

    Is Internal Audit Properly Focused And Fully Utilized?

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    How can audit committees help ensure that internal audit is properly focused and fully utilized—and delivers the value it should?

    Alternative Pay Definitions: User Beware

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    The number of alternative compensation definitions is growing as investors scrutinize pay and performance.

    Capital Projects: Is Your Board Doing Enough?

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    Large capital projects—with their multi-year timelines, changing requirements, and complex procurement issues—are inherently risky and require diligent oversight.

    Audit Firm Selection: Think Like an Institutional Investor

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    With so many choices, how can the audit committees of small public companies efficiently weigh their options? One way to simplify the process is to think like an institutional investor.

    The Art of Cyber War

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    Boardroom threat level rising: A closer look at how vulnerability in cyber space is redefining national security, enterprise risk, intellectual property, and oversight.

    All Companies Are Now Social Companies

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    Technology is finally at the forefront of what business needs to deliver in order to be relevant, writes Bob Zukis in his new book "Social Inc.: Why Business is the Next Social Opportunity Worth Trillions."

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