Exclusive Board Forum to strengthen your network
Our Board Forum is ideal for you if you are keen on optimising your network in board circles while keeping up to date with new analyses and the latest board governance trends.
June 8th 2026
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Building Trust between Board and Executives
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Board Forum is held in collaboration with the world‑renowned University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a number of UK’s leading companies. Members are given the opportunity to participate in exclusive events with professional and relevant contributions, combined with informal gatherings and networking.
- 4 physical forum events annually
- 4 live online master classes from Chicago Booth
- Build relationships with fellow board members
- Upgrade your professional skills
- Share best practices in board governance
- Gain inspiration and insight
- Access to board circles
- Improve your chances to run for open board positions
june 8th 2026
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Building Trust between Board and Executives
Live Online
Building Trust between Board and Executives
John Burrows
Senior Lecturer at University of Chicago School ofpublic policy, Associate Fellow at Oxford University´s Saïd Businessschool.
This masterclass explores the critical role of trust in effective board–executive relationships. Participants will gain practical insights into fostering transparency, improving communication, and aligning strategic priorities to strengthen governance and organizational performance.
Master classes taught by world-renowned professors
4 annual master classes taught by professors from Chicago Booth.
The latest trends and tendencies
Up-to-date knowledge on board governance
International perspective
The best business school in the world
The Forum includes four annual masterclasses taught by professors from Chicago Booth. When a member has participated in six masterclasses, a Certificate of Completion is awarded to document ongoing professional development as a board member. The six masterclasses must be completed within a maximum period of four years.
Latest knowledge live from the world’s best business school
As a top executive or board member, access to the most up‑to‑date knowledge is essential. In an increasingly globalised world, an international outlook is more important than ever.
Through live transmission from Chicago, a number of the world’s leading business school professors deliver intensive masterclasses on current topics relevant to board work and top management.
These sessions enable participants to stay at the forefront of developments and gain inspiration that can accelerate the value of their board work.
All masterclasses are conducted in a time‑efficient format from 15:00 to 17:00 on weekdays.
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ABOUT BOARD FORUM
“At Board Forum, we meet to learn about the latest trends and developments in the boardroom. We leave a Board Forum meeting with greater insight than when we arrived.”
Klaus Rytz
Chairman & Partner, KPMG
MASTERING BOARDROOM TURBULENCE
“A unique opportunity to learn from world‑renowned professors from Chicago Booth and international business profiles. A programme I can highly recommend to experienced board members.”
Frederik M. Braun
Director, Microsoft
ABOUT BOARD CERTIFICATE
“Good, professional and well organised education, where the teachers had a very high level. A strong foundation for any board member.”
Marianne Heiss
Supervisory Board Member, Porsche SE
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“Gain insights into how you, as a board member, can create real value for the company. Equip yourself with practical tools to strengthen your role and contribute to sustainable growth and success.”
Gain access to exclusive Board Forum
Board Forum is ideal for you if you are keen on optimising your network in board circles, improving your relationships and gaining new insights.
Building Trust between Board and Executives
Senior Lecturer at University of Chicago School ofpublic policy, Associate Fellow at Oxford University´s Saïd Businessschool.
This masterclass explores the critical role of trust in effective board–executive relationships. Participants will gain practical insights into fostering transparency, improving communication, and aligning strategic priorities to strengthen governance and organizational performance.
LIVE ONLINE
Economic, Regulatory, and Technology Disruption
Norman R. Bobins Professor of Economics, previous Deputy Dean for Executive Programs.
This session examines how shifting economic conditions, evolving regulation, and rapid technological change impact board-level decision-making. Participants will learn how to anticipate disruption, assess risks, and guide their organizations through complex, fast-changing environments.
LIVE ONLINE
M&A – Exit Strategy Considerations
Professor of Business Administration, former CEO, angel investor.
Focused on mergers and acquisitions from a board perspective, this masterclass covers key exit strategy considerations. Participants will explore valuation, timing, stakeholder alignment, and governance responsibilities to ensure successful transaction outcomes.
LIVE ONLINE
Macroeconomics
Norman R. Bobins Professor of Economics, previous Deputy Dean for Executive Programs.
This masterclass provides a clear, board-level understanding of macroeconomic forces shaping business performance. Participants will learn how to interpret economic indicators, assess global trends, and incorporate macroeconomic insights into strategic oversight.
LIVE ONLINE
More about Board Forum
It is our ambition to compose a board forum that adds value for our members. By addressing a combination of current and relevant themes and offering informal networking opportunities, Board Forum gives you the best platform for supporting the board’s procedures and boosting your own board career.
Board Forum is based on more than 11 years’ experience in equipping board members and senior executives with the insights needed to fulfil their roles on the board. Through our in-depth knowledge of board governance, we also know how important it is that you have a strong network in board circles.
Why Board Forum?
Your knowledge and skills are crucial to your contribution to value creation in the boardroom. In partnership with an impressive range of leading experts, we will take you through a journey of relevant and professional issues to keep you up to date with the latest board governance trends. We focus on a high degree of professional skills, value creation and the opportunity to meet and interact with like-minded peers.
Board Forum caters exclusively to executives, owner managers and board members.
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