APTMetrics is a human resources consulting organization with a foundation built on a deep understanding of the science of I-O psychology and over 25 years of practical experience supporting Fortune® 500 enterprises. Founded in 1995 by Kathleen Kappy Lundquist, Ph.D., and John C. Scott, Ph.D., our multi-functional staff of psychologists, HR professionals, IT specialists and other experts devise practical solutions to help our clients connect with, assess, select, develop and retain their top talent.
At BDO, our purpose is helping people thrive, every day. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BlackCloak secures the personal digital lives of corporate executives, high-net-worth individuals, and their families. We tailor our specialist technology, expertise and support to provide bespoke solutions that protect the privacy, devices and homes of our clients from cyber threats, delivering peace of mind in an increasingly connected world.
In 2016, Forbes Media partnered with Advantage Media to expand its brand into book publishing, recognizing Advantage's best-in-class standards. The collaboration resulted in Forbes Books, where Advantage Media serves as the exclusive publisher for Forbes, dedicated to leaders who are truly “The Best in Business.” The focus is on selecting game-changing authors and thought leaders who understand how publishing a book can amplify their message and inspire audiences. Since its inception, Forbes Books has become a leading independent business book publisher, committed to elevating the voices of those shaping the future of their industries.
FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm that helps organizations facing crisis and transformation. FTI Consulting professionals, located in all major business centers throughout the world, work closely with clients to anticipate and overcome complex business challenges, as well as identify and pursue opportunities.
Global Data Innovation transforms enterprise technology challenges into competitive advantages, converting AI ambition into accelerated impact. Using the TRUST framework, we unlock measurable ROI from AI, cyber, and data initiatives while reducing risk to near zero. Our clients achieve faster time-to-market, frictionless operational efficiencies, and brand-building competitive positioning. We specialize in board-ready governance structures that expedite scaling, stakeholder trust, and long-term enterprise value. From crisis management – which our clients by and large avoid – to strategic transformation, we guide industry leaders through complex environments with focus and clarity, translating uncertainty into confidence, risk into resilience, and governance into growth.
At Littler, we understand workplace issues can’t wait. With more than 1,800 labor and employment attorneys in over 95 offices worldwide, our clients don’t have to. We go beyond best practices, creating solutions to help employers navigate a complex business world. What sets us apart? Deep experience and resources that are local, everywhere. A team of the brightest minds fostering original thinking. Proprietary technology that disrupts the status quo – delivering innovation to prepare employers for today and tomorrow. Since 1942, we’ve harnessed these strengths to offer fresh perspectives on every matter we advise, litigate, mediate, and negotiate.
Meridian Compensation Partners works with Compensation Committees to ensure the most effective processes are in place to go beyond mere compliance with governance requirements and create healthy, dynamic relationships between the board, management and its advisors. Our ultimate goal is to help boards attract and retain critical talent and make informed business decisions that will link pay and performance, drive business results, increase shareholder value and mitigate potential risks.
Pearl Meyer is the leading advisor to boards and senior management helping organizations build, develop, and reward great leadership teams that drive long-term success. Our strategy-driven compensation and leadership consulting services act as powerful catalysts for value creation and competitive advantage by addressing the critical links between people and outcomes. Our clients stand at the forefront of their industries and range from emerging high-growth, not-for-profit, and private organizations to the Fortune 500.
At PwC, we help clients drive their companies to the leading edge. We’re a tech-forward, people-empowered network with more than 370,000 people in 149 countries. Across audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting we help build, accelerate and sustain momentum.
Sidley is an elite global law firm powered by lawyers who practice at the highest level of the profession. Backed by 156 years of trailblazing heritage, we deliver superior service to a high-caliber group of market leaders worldwide, while placing a premium on collaboration and diversity. We have more than 2,100 lawyers who wield deep experience in litigation, transactional, and regulatory matters spanning over 50 legal disciplines and industries. With 21 offices situated in major commercial and financial capitals around the world, our lawyers possess the cultural awareness and legal acumen needed to advise clients in today’s global economy.
Simon-Kucher is a global consultancy with more than 2,000 employees in 30 countries. Our sole focus is on unlocking better growth that drives measurable revenue and profit for our clients. We achieve this by optimizing every lever of their commercial strategy – product, price, innovation, marketing, and sales – based on deep insights into what customers want and value. With 38 years of experience in monetization topics of all kinds, we are regarded as the world’s leading pricing and growth specialist.
The Chicago Network is a premier organization of Chicagoland’s most influential senior executive women leaders. Our 500+ members are at the forefront of the city’s business, professional, cultural, nonprofit and educational communities. Our purpose is to empower women to lead. Our mission is to connect with each other for personal and professional growth, advance our civic, business and philanthropic communities, and inspire and support the next generation. Our vision is Gender Equity. At All Levels. Everywhere.
The Director Development Initiative (DDI) at the University of North Carolina School of Law has a database that is over 1,400 strong. Seventy-one percent of the registrants are female and fifty-one percent are people of color. The registrants are current and aspiring board members. The DDI provided names/resumes for 79 board seat searches in 2025. These searches are free, focus on a company’s specific search criteria, and are usually returned within one week. Please take advantage of this resource in your next director search.
Board-Way is the fast, focused path from executive success to boardroom impact. Our personalized, “pay for what you need” board strategy helps senior executives and C-suite leaders clarify their value, elevate their visibility, and move decisively toward their first or next board seat. We turn proven board strategies into a clear, customized plan that moves you from intention to execution.
Extraordinary Women on Boards (EWOB) is a powerful and intimate network of highly accomplished current/former C-suite women who are experienced board directors. Our 1000+ Members serve on over 2700 public and private for-profit boards, and are focused on governance, boardroom excellence, and staying cutting edge as directors in a fast-moving world.
