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SapceX's new prospectus shows establishment of a permanent colony is the company's long-term goal. https://lnkd.in/eRcatpRb

A new survey from Pearl Meyer reveals executives and directors disagree about how involved the board is in succession planning. Sources urge directors to connect with CEO candidates earlier. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ebQgVrB4

This week's top boardroom news: the board's role in succession planning, rising corporate jet perks and the benefits of serving on a private board.

While it can feel tempting to hire a clone, boards should focus on candidates with forward-looking expertise. https://lnkd.in/e4REuk22

Holding both private and public board positions can help directors keep their strategic oversight sharp. https://lnkd.in/emQBDsxX

Big boards. Big conversations. ODX New York. This year, we’re bringing together directors representing some of the world’s most recognisable companies and brands, including Uber, IBM, Carnival Corporation, Charles Schwab, Southwest Airlines, Northrop Grumman, Intercontinental Exchange, Ulta Beauty, GoDaddy, Tractor Supply, Waste Management and more. View the boards represented here: https://lnkd.in/eDUvZvTv #FTODX

This week's boardroom news: Agenda examines how AI-driven layoffs affect productivity gains. Plus, boards pay to retain CEO candidates and prediction markets introduce new risks. Learn more in the News Brief.

Agenda's Emma Sandler examines the factors influencing whether a board splits or couples CEO-chair roles. https://lnkd.in/e84F-xBA

CHART OF THE WEEK: While AI has recently been a hot topic across boardrooms, AI expertise among new directors in 2025 only marginally increased. Instead, new directors were more likely to report experience in human capital and finance compared to 2024’s cohort. Read more about the skill trends discovered in 2026 proxy statements. https://lnkd.in/eBCDrsVi

AI-driven reductions may create just short-term benefits. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e9Ctkfe5