About the Program
The program is designed for HITEC’s senior technology executives who are seeking to enhance their understanding of the boardroom and have an interest in positioning themselves as candidates for a corporate board seat.
Program Highlights
Over the course of the program, participants gain insight into emerging boardroom trends and leading practices including board oversight of strategy, risk, talent, technology, compliance, and financial reporting. In addition, participants have networking opportunities with HITEC’s members who are currently serving on corporate boards.
Program Hosts
Annalisa Barrett and Stephen Brown are Senior Advisors, Board Governance, at KPMG's Board Leadership Center. Through an array of programs, KPMG’s Board Leadership Center engages with directors and business leaders to help articulate their challenges and promote continuous improvement of public and private company governance. The Center champions outstanding governance to help drive long-term corporate value and enhance investor confidence.
Participation and Graduation Criteria
- Must be a Corporate Partner at the Diamond, Platinum, Gold or Silver level
- VP-level and above (Fortune 500 company) or C-level (start-up/mid-size company)
- Can commit to 6 sessions (one makeup session available online)
- Attends 5 of 6 sessions
2026–2027 Program Schedule
Dates/Times are subject to change.
April 9 | Kickoff Session | 4:00PM - 5:30PM ET
June 4 | Session 2 | 4:00PM - 5:30PM ET
July 23 | Session 3 | 4:00PM - 5:30PM ET
August 20 | Networking Session #1 | 4:00PM - 5:30PM ET
September 24 | Session 4 | 4:00PM - 5:30PM ET
November 12 | Session 5 | 4:00PM - 5:30PM ET
January 14 | Session 6 | 4:00PM - 5:30PM ET
February 4 | Networking Session #2 | 5:00PM - 6:00PM ET
March 4 | Graduation | 4:00PM – 5:30PM ET
Submission Guidelines
The Board Readiness Program is a benefit for HITEC Corporate Partners. Slots in the program begin at the Silver level. HITEC will receive nominations for the 2026–2027 Program from October, 2025 through February 6, 2026.
For those interested in learning more about the Board Readiness Program, please reach out to your organization's HITEC Champion, or to Programs Director, Cristin Aguilera at cristin@hitecglobal.org.
