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# Board Foundation

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## Pages
- [Board Leaders](https://boardfoundation.org/en/board-leaders/): https://boardfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/BL-Kopf-EN-e1776438211410.png
- [Impact](https://boardfoundation.org/en/impact/): Impact
- [Member](https://boardfoundation.org/en/member/)
- [Custom Board Programs](https://boardfoundation.org/en/custom-board-programs/): Custom board programs are tailored to the specific characteristics and functions of a particular board and provide board members with comprehensive knowledge and skills. The main objective of the customized development programs is to provide participants with the necessary expertise to effectively manage and control the respective company or organization.
- [Imprint](https://boardfoundation.org/en/imprint/): CHE-253.574.973 | DUNS 48-699-4812
- [Disclaimer](https://boardfoundation.org/en/disclaimer/): Disclaimer
- [Privacy Policy](https://boardfoundation.org/en/privacy-policy/): Privacy Policy
- [People](https://boardfoundation.org/en/people/): People
- [Themes](https://boardfoundation.org/en/themes/): Board Navigator
- [Initiatives](https://boardfoundation.org/en/initiatives/): Initiatives
- [Terms & Conditions](https://boardfoundation.org/en/terms-conditions/): The General Terms and Conditions (GTC) of the Board Foundation, including the Swiss Board School, the Swiss Institute of Directors and the International Center for Corporate Governance
- [Board Foundation](https://boardfoundation.org/en/): Empowering Board Leaders
- [Contact](https://boardfoundation.org/en/contact/): Contact
- [About](https://boardfoundation.org/en/about/): About us
- [Insights](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insights/): Insights
- [Programs](https://boardfoundation.org/en/programs/): Programs
- [Events](https://boardfoundation.org/en/events/): Events
- [Services](https://boardfoundation.org/en/services/): Services

## Events
- [Global Board Forum](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event/global-board-forum/): The Global Board Forum is a flagship format of the Global Network of Director Institutes, designed to foster meaningful dialogue among board leaders from around the world. Building on the success of its inaugural edition at the Annual Meeting in Singapore last year, the Exchange now comes to Buenos Aires as part of the Annual GNDI Meeting.
- [Swiss Board Visit](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event/swiss-board-visit/): Dieses Jahr führt uns der Swiss Board Visit 26 nach Vaduz/Schaan -Liechtenstein, wo wir unter dem Motto «Family Governance: Strukturierte Nachfolge als Erfolgsmodell für Generationen» einen tollen Tag verbringen werden.
- [Swiss Board Officer Circle](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event/swiss-board-officer-circle/): Der Swiss Board Officer Circle richtet sich exklusiv an VR-Sekretär:innen und bietet in einem kompakten Abendformat einen fokussierten Rahmen für den Austausch zu aktuellen Fragestellungen der Corporate Governance im Board Office.
- [Board Meetup St.Gallen](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event/board-meetup-st-gallen/): Der Board Meetup St.Gallen richtet sich an alle, die den informellen Austausch mit anderen Board Leaders suchen. Trotz zahlreicher Impulse aus Vorträgen, Panels und Studien bleibt oft der Wunsch, diese im direkten Dialog zu vertiefen und praxisnahe Perspektiven zu verbinden.
- [Swiss Board Circle Romandie](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event/swiss-board-circle-romandie/): Le Swiss Board Circle Romandie offre un cadre ciblé pour un échange approfondi au niveau des conseils d’administration et crée un espace propice à des discussions pertinentes sur les défis et évolutions actuels en matière de corporate governance.
- [Global Board Conference](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event/global-board-coference/): The annual GNDI Global Board Conference brings together leading board members, policymakers, and governance experts from around the world to exchange insights on the evolving role of boards in a rapidly changing global environment.
- [Swiss Board Circle](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event/swiss-board-circle/): The Swiss Board Circle takes place each January and marks the beginning of the new board year. The event provides a focused setting for in-depth exchange at board level and creates space for meaningful discussions on current challenges and developments in corporate governance.
- [Swiss Board Officer Circle Romandie](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event/swiss-board-officer-circle-romandie/): Le Swiss Board Officer Circle s’adresse exclusivement aux secrétaires de conseils d’administration et propose, dans un format de soirée compact, un cadre ciblé pour échanger sur les enjeux actuels de la gouvernance d’entreprise au sein du Board Office.
- [Swiss Board Day](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event/swiss-board-day/): The Swiss Board Day brings together senior board leaders from business, academia, and politics to explore the most relevant trends in corporate governance. Inspiring keynotes are combined with practical discussions and highly interactive exchange formats.

## Insights
- [Successful Graduation of the Swiss Board Certificate Cohort 25.2](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/successful-graduation-of-the-swiss-board-certificate-cohort-25-2/): Congratulations to the graduates of the Swiss Board School VR Certificate Programme, an institution of the Board Foundation, on successfully completing the Swiss Board Certificate | VR CAS.
- [BF launches Board Leaders – The Magazine for Board Directors](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/bf-launches-board-leaders-the-magazine-for-board-directors/): The Board Foundation, in collaboration with the Swiss Institute of Directors (SIoD) and the Swiss Board School (SBS), is pleased to announce the launch of Board Leaders – The Magazine for Board Directors, Switzerland’s first magazine dedicated exclusively to board directors.
- [BF Proudly Supports the ECGI Blog Review](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/bf-proudly-supports-the-ecgi-blog-review/): We are proud that the Board Foundation supports the latest release of the ECGI Blog Review by the European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI) Institute.
- [Swiss Board Circle 26 Convened at the Zurich Airport Circle](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/swiss-board-circle-26-convened-at-the-zurich-airport-circle/): More than 200 board members and decision-makers came together at Swiss Board Circle 26, a day dedicated to exchange, reflection, and forward-looking impulses on January 9, 2026. Under the annual theme “Creating Impact Across Boundaries,” the focus was on responsible and effective board work.
- [Successful Graduation of the International Board Certificate Cohort 25](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/successful-graduation-of-the-international-board-certificate-cohort-25/): Congratulations to the graduates of the International Board Certificate Program of the Swiss Board School in collaboration with IMP-University of St.Gallen (HSG) – Executive School and HEC-University of Lausanne on successfully completing the International Board Certificate | BoD CAS.
- [Successful Graduation of the Swiss Board Certificate Cohort 25.1](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/successful-graduation-of-the-swiss-board-certificate-cohort-25-1/): Congratulations to the graduates of the Board Certificate Program at Swiss Board School and IMP University of St. Gallen on successfully obtaining the Swiss Board Certificate | VR CAS.
- [Swiss Board Visit 25 Explored One of Europe’s Leading Life Sciences Clusters](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/swiss-board-visit-25-explored-one-of-europes-leading-life-sciences-clusters/): Swiss Board Visit 2025 brought more than 100 board leaders and decision makers to the Canton of Zug, one of Europe’s leading hubs for life sciences, healthcare, and innovation.
- [BF Best Paper Award Winners Announced at ICGS and EIASM Conferences](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/bf-best-paper-award-winners-announced-at-icgs-and-eiasm-conferences/): The Board Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of two distinguished academic awards recognizing outstanding contributions to the fields of corporate governance, board dynamics, and strategic leadership.
- [The Thinking Board in the Age of AI](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/the-thinking-board-in-the-age-of-ai/): The persistence of information asymmetry has long been central to governance theory. Jensen and Meckling (1976) explained it through agency theory: managers have superior access to information and may act opportunistically. This theory shaped regulatory responses emphasizing disclosure, auditing, and independence.
- [From Information Asymmetry to Intelligence Symmetry: How AI Will Reshape Corporate Governance](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/from-information-asymmetry-to-intelligence-symmetry-how-ai-will-reshape-corporate-governance/): Corporate governance revolves around the mechanisms, processes, and relations by which corporations are controlled and directed. A persistent challenge in governance is the presence of information asymmetry – where one party possesses more or better information than another – undermining trust, distorting decision-making, and contributing to agency costs. Traditionally, boards and shareholders have relied on static reports, audits, and lagging indicators to monitor managers. However, the emergence of AI technologies offers a fundamentally new approach.
- [Rethinking Risk at the Board Level: From Risk Oversight to Foresight](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/rethinking-risk-at-the-board-level-from-risk-oversight-to-foresight/): The role of corporate boards in risk oversight has expanded dramatically over the past two decades. Corporate failures, regulatory reforms, and increasing environmental, social, and technological complexity have pushed risk management from a back-office function into the core fiduciary duties of boards of directors. Regulatory developments, including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and Basel III for banks, have institutionalized risk committees, internal audit structures, and formal risk reporting processes.
- [Swiss Board Day 25 Convened at the Kursaal Bern](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/swiss-board-day-25-convened-at-the-kursaal-bern/): More than 450 members of the Swiss Institute of Directors (SIoD) gathered at the Kursaal Bern for Swiss Board Day 2025. Under the theme "Deciding Today for Tomorrow,” the event brought together board leaders and decision makers for a day of meaningful dialogue, reflection, and forward looking insights.
- [BF Launches “NextGen Board Leaders” Initiative Together with St. Gallen Symposium and Stars](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/bf-launches-nextgen-board-leaders-initiative-together-with-st-gallen-symposium-and-stars/): The Board Foundation, in collaboration with the St. Gallen Symposium and the Stars Foundation, is proud to announce the launch of its new "NextGen Board Leaders" initiative. This initiative is designed to prepare the next generation of board leaders for the challenges of an increasingly complex global landscape, fostering innovation, inclusion, and sustainability at the highest levels of governance.
- [Swiss Board Circle 25 Convened at the Zurich Airport Circle](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/swiss-board-circle-25-convened-at-the-zurich-airport-circle/): More than 200 members of the Swiss Institute of Directors (SIoD) gathered at the Zurich Airport Circle for Swiss Board Circle 2025. Under the annual theme “Deciding Today for Tomorrow,” the event provided a platform for dialogue, reflection, and forward looking insights into the future of board leadership.
- [Successful Graduation of the Swiss Board Certificate Cohort 24](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/successful-graduation-of-the-swiss-board-certificate-cohort-24/): Congratulations to the 42 graduates of the Board Certificate Program of the Swiss Board School and the IMP-University of St.Gallen on successfully obtaining the Swiss Board Certificate | VR CAS.
- [Successful Graduation of the International Board Certificate Cohort 24](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/successful-graduation-of-the-international-board-certificate-cohort-24/): Congratulations to the successful graduates of the International Board Certificate Program 24 of the Swiss Board School and IMP-University of St. Gallen in collaboration with the HEC-Université de Lausanne.
- [Board Foundation Announces Promising Corporate Governance Researcher Award 24](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/board-foundation-announces-promising-corporate-governance-researcher-award-24/): At the recent EIASM Workshop on Corporate Governance held at Trinity Business School in Dublin, Ireland, the Chair of the Board Foundation Michael Hilb honored Ryan Ferguson, a researcher from the University of Edinburgh Business School, with the Promising Corporate Governance Researcher Award 2024.
- [Successful Graduation of the Swiss Board Certificate Cohort 23/24](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/successful-graduation-of-the-swiss-board-certificate-cohort-23-24/): Congratulations to the 42 graduates of the Board Certificate Program of the Swiss Board School and the IMP-University of St.Gallen on successfully completing the Swiss Board Certificate | VR CAS.
- [Board Foundation Chair Elected to the GNDI Board](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/board-foundation-chair-elected-to-the-gndi-board/): Michael Hilb, Chair of the Board Foundation and President of the Swiss Institute of Directors, was elected to the Board of the Global Network of Directors Insitute (GNDI) at its Annual Meeting in Istanbul, Türkyie. He joins other chairs of national directors' institutes from around the world. Together with the representative of the British Institute of Directors (IoD), he will represent Europe in this global body.
- [Board Foundation Partners with ECGI to Foster the Exchange of Governance Theory and Practice](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/board-foundation-partners-with-ecgi-to-foster-the-exchange-of-governance-theory-and-practice/): The Board Foundation is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the European Corporate Governance Institute's (ECGI) Blog, underlining its shared commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation in corporate governance.
- [New SIoD Chapter Chairs Appointed](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/new-siod-chapter-chairs-appointed/): We are pleased to announce the SIoD Chapter Chairs who will lead the new board chapters. The purpose of these chapters is to provide SIoD Plus members with additional opportunities for networking and exchange between like-minded board leaders. In addition to the five functional chapters, a chapter for board secretaries and three regional chapters were launched, reflecting the steady growth in membership among French, Italian, and English-speaking board leaders.
- [Successful Graduation of the Swiss Board Certificate Cohort 23](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/successful-graduation-of-the-swiss-board-certificate-cohort-23/): 42 graduates have successfully completed the one-year Board Certificate Program of the Swiss Board School in collaboration with IMP-HSG with the degrees Swiss Board Certificate and VR-CAS. At a festive graduation ceremony at the Hotel Einstein in St. Gallen on December 9, 2023, keynote speaker Benedikt Würth, member of the Swiss Senate and multiple boards, paid tribute to the graduates and the important role that Boards of Directors play in Switzerland. Michael Hilb, Chair of the Board Foundation, congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to act as responsible board members. Musical performances by Nicolas Senn rounded off the festive ceremony.
- [Successful Graduation of the International Board Certificate Cohort 22/23](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/successful-graduation-of-the-international-board-certificate-cohort-22-23/): 23 board chairs and board members successfully completed the first International Board Certificate Program of the Swiss Board School in cooperation with the IMP of the University of St. Gallen and the HEC of the University of Lausanne on November 4, 2023.
- [The Swiss Institute of Directors Partners with the Chartered Governance Institute](https://boardfoundation.org/en/insight/the-swiss-institute-of-directors-partners-with-the-chartered-governance-institute/): The Swiss Institute of Directors (SIoD) is partnering with the Chartered Governance Institute (CGI), the leading global network for corporate governance professionals with 9 affiliated members. The partnership was announced on October 25, 2023 at the Board Secretary Circle in Zurich. The partnership will provide privileged access for members to the offerings of the respective partner organization as well as include the organization of joint events.

## Institutions
- [International Center for Corporate Governance](https://boardfoundation.org/en/institution/international-center-for-corporate-governance/): Get to know the team and FellowsAccess the innovation platformExplore our insightsContact us
- [Swiss Institute of Directors](https://boardfoundation.org/en/institution/swiss-institute-of-directors/): Founded in 2014, the Swiss Institute of Directors (SIoD) is the leading network of corporate directors in Switzerland and the Swiss representative of the European Confederation of Directors‘ Associations (ecoDa) and of the Global Network of Director Institutes (GNDI).
- [Swiss Board School](https://boardfoundation.org/en/institution/swiss-board-school/): Get to know the team and facultyAccess the learning platformApply for a programContact us
- [Board Foundation](https://boardfoundation.org/en/institution/board-foundation/): Contact us

## Programs
- [Family Governance Masterclass FR](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/family-governance-masterclass-fr/): En tant que membre d’une famille propriétaire ou d’un Conseil d’administration, vous êtes responsable de l’orientation à long terme et de la stabilité d’une entreprise familiale. Vous évoluez à l’interface entre famille, propriété et entreprise et mettez en place des structures qui favorisent la réussite économique, la continuité et la cohésion sur plusieurs générations.
- [Family Governance Programm](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/family-governance-programm/): Als Mitglied einer Eigentümerfamilie, Verwaltungsrät:in oder Beiratsmitglied tragen Sie eine besondere Verantwortung für die langfristige Ausrichtung und Stabilität eines Familienunternehmens. Sie bewegen sich an der Schnittstelle von Familie, Eigentum und Unternehmen und gestalten Strukturen, die unternehmerischen Erfolg mit familiären Werten und generationsübergreifender Verantwortung verbinden.
- [AI Governance Masterclass IT](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/ai-governance-masterclass-it/): In qualità di membro di un consiglio di amministrazione o della direzione esecutiva, siete responsabili dell’orientamento strategico, nonché della guida e della supervisione delle organizzazioni in un contesto sempre più guidato dall’intelligenza artificiale. Siete chiamati a valutare gli sviluppi tecnologici, gestire i rischi e sfruttare le opportunità per promuovere la creazione di valori sostenibili. Competenze solide in materia di governance, strategia, rischio e regolamentazione sono essenziali per garantire una supervisione responsabile ed efficace nell'applicazione ed uso dell'intelligenza artificiale.
- [Family Governance Masterclass DE](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/family-governance-masterclass-de/): Zielgruppe
- [Corso compatto CdA](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/corso-compatto-ca/): In qualità di membro del Consiglio di amministrazione in Svizzera, svolgete una funzione sia decisionale sia di vigilanza. Siete responsabili delle attività strategiche, finanziarie, organizzative, preventive e relazionali e dovete essere in grado di valutare opportunità e rischi legati ad un mandato nel CdA. Una solida comprensione dei diritti, degli obblighi e del quadro giuridico è essenziale per esercitare questa funzione con successo.
- [Board Bootcamp](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/board-bootcamp/): Als Mitglied eines Verwaltungsrats oder einer Geschäftsleitung tragen Sie Verantwortung für Entscheidungen in zunehmend komplexen und unsicheren Situationen. Gerade in Krisen sind klare Führung, strukturierte Entscheidungsprozesse und effektive Zusammenarbeit entscheidend, um handlungsfähig zu bleiben und Verantwortung wahrzunehmen.
- [Cours compact CA](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/cours-compact-ca/): En tant que membre du conseil d’administration en Suisse, vous exercez à la fois une fonction décisionnelle et de surveillance. Vous êtes responsable des tâches stratégiques, financières, organisationnelles, préventives et relationnelles et devez être en mesure d’évaluer les opportunités et les risques liés à un mandat au sein d’un CA. Une bonne compréhension des droits, des obligations et du cadre légal est essentielle pour exercer cette fonction avec succès.
- [Cours secrétariat CA](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/cours-secretariat-ca/): En tant que Secrétaire du conseil d’administration ou rédacteur.trice de procès-verbaux, vous occupez une fonction centrale et de confiance au sein du CA. Vous agissez comme un lien essentiel entre le conseil d’administration et la direction et contribuez de manière significative à l’efficacité de l’organisation ainsi qu’à la documentation conforme des processus décisionnels. Une rédaction précise des procès-verbaux constitue notamment la base de l’application de la Business Judgment Rule.
- [International Board Certificate Program | BoD CAS](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/international-board-certificate-program/): As a member of a Board of Directors or Executive Management in internationally operating organizations, you navigate increasingly complex global markets as well as diverse cultural and regulatory environments. You analyze international developments, identify opportunities and risks at an early stage, and make well-informed decisions that support sustainable success and effective global governance.
- [VR-Sekretariats-Kurs](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/vr-sekretariats-kurs/): Als VR-Sekretär:in oder Protokollführer:in übernehmen Sie eine zentrale und vertrauensvolle Rolle im Verwaltungsrat. Sie fungieren als Bindeglied zwischen Verwaltungsrat und Geschäftsleitung und tragen wesentlich zur effizienten Organisation sowie zur rechtssicheren Dokumentation von Entscheidungsprozessen bei. Insbesondere eine präzise Protokollführung bildet die Grundlage für die Anwendung der Business Judgment Rule.
- [Board Chair Program](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/board-chair-program/): As a Chair, you play a pivotal role in leading the Board of Directors and shaping the strategic direction of your organization. You orchestrate board dynamics, guide transformation processes, and ensure effective leadership at the highest level. In an increasingly complex environment, strong leadership, clarity of role, and the ability to drive meaningful change are essential.
- [Board Officer Diplom-Programm](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/board-officer-diplom-programm/): Als VR-Sekretär:in bzw. Board Officer übernehmen Sie eine zentrale Rolle in der Unterstützung des Verwaltungsrats und fungieren als Bindeglied zur Geschäftsleitung. Sie sorgen für eine effiziente Organisation, eine strukturierte Vorbereitung von Sitzungen und eine präzise Dokumentation der Entscheidungsprozesse. Dabei sind fundierte Kompetenzen in Corporate Governance, Kommunikation und Organisation entscheidend, um die Arbeit des Verwaltungsrats professionell zu unterstützen.
- [Board Diploma Program](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/board-diploma-program/): As a current or future member of a Board of Directors, you are responsible for the strategic direction as well as the leadership and oversight of companies and organizations. You operate in a dynamic environment, shape business models, and guide transformation processes. Strong competencies in strategy, finance, organization, and governance are essential for sustainable success.
- [AI Governance Masterclass EN](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/ai-governance-masterclass-en/): As a member of a Board of Directors or Executive Management, you are responsible for the strategic direction as well as the leadership and oversight of organizations in an increasingly AI-driven environment. You are challenged to assess technological developments, manage risks, and leverage opportunities to drive sustainable value creation. Strong competencies in governance, strategy, risk, and regulation are essential to ensure responsible and effective AI oversight.
- [Cooperative Governance Masterclass](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/cooperative-governance-masterclass/): Als Mitglied der Verwaltung oder Geschäftsleitung einer Genossenschaft tragen Sie Verantwortung für die strategische Ausrichtung sowie für die Führung und Aufsicht Ihrer Organisation. Sie bewegen sich im Spannungsfeld zwischen Mitgliederinteressen, unternehmerischer Verantwortung und langfristiger Zweckorientierung und gestalten Strukturen, die Stabilität, Legitimität und nachhaltigen Erfolg ermöglichen.
- [Group Governance Masterclass](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/group-governance-programm/): Als Mitglied eines Verwaltungsrats oder einer Konzernleitung tragen Sie Verantwortung für die strategische Führung, Steuerung und Aufsicht von Unternehmensgruppen. Dabei bewegen Sie sich im Spannungsfeld zwischen zentraler Konzernsteuerung und der rechtlichen Selbstständigkeit der einzelnen Gruppengesellschaften. Klare Rollen, Verantwortlichkeiten und Entscheidungsprozesse sind entscheidend, um Risiken zu steuern, Compliance sicherzustellen und nachhaltige Wertschöpfung im Konzern zu ermöglichen.
- [Programme diplômant CA](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/programme-diplomant-ca/): En tant que futur.e ou actuel.le membre d’un Conseil d’administration, vous assumez des responsabilités en matière d’orientation stratégique, de direction et de surveillance d’entreprises ou d’organisations. Vous contribuez à la définition des modèles d’affaires, accompagnez les processus de transformation et prenez des décisions dans un environnement de plus en plus dynamique et digitalisé. Des compétences solides en stratégie, finance, organisation et gouvernance sont essentielles pour assurer un succès durable.
- [VR-Diplom-Programm](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/vr-diplom-programm/): Als angehende:r oder erfahrene:r Verwaltungsrät:in übernehmen Sie Verantwortung für die strategische Ausrichtung sowie für die Führung und Aufsicht von Unternehmen und Organisationen. Sie gestalten Geschäftsmodelle, begleiten Transformationsprozesse und treffen fundierte Entscheidungen in einem zunehmend dynamischen und digitalen Umfeld. Dabei sind umfassende Kompetenzen in Strategie, Finanzen, Organisation und Governance entscheidend, um nachhaltigen Erfolg sicherzustellen.
- [VR-Zertifikats-Programm | VR CAS](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/vr-zertifikats-programm/): Als Präsident:in oder Mitglied im Verwaltungsrat tragen Sie Verantwortung für die strategische Ausrichtung sowie für die Führung und Aufsicht eines Unternehmens. Sie analysieren Trendentwicklungen, erkennen Chancen und Risiken frühzeitig und nutzen Frühwarnsysteme, um fundierte Entscheidungen zu treffen und so den nachhaltigen Erfolg sicherzustellen.
- [VR-Kompakt-Kurs](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program/vr-kompakt-kurs/): Als Verwaltungsrät:in übernehmen Sie sowohl Gestaltungs- als auch Aufsichtsfunktionen. Sie tragen Verantwortung für strategische, finanzielle, organisatorische, präventive und relationale Aufgaben und müssen Chancen und Risiken eines VR-Mandats sicher beurteilen können. Dabei sind fundierte Kenntnisse der rechtlichen Rahmenbedingungen sowie der eigenen Rechte und Pflichten entscheidend.

## Services
- [Board Pass](https://boardfoundation.org/en/service/board-pass/): The Swiss Board Pass serves as a means of recognition and social connection within the community. Members are invited to network and socialize with like-minded individuals and attend exclusive events. The pass acts as an invitation to these events and allows members to establish connections and build relationships with other pass holders.
- [Board Network](https://boardfoundation.org/en/service/board-network/): The Board Network serves as a hub for accessing resources and expertise. Users can leverage the collective knowledge and experience of the network to seek advice, obtain insights, or find solutions to challenges they may encounter. The platform also lists board vacancies and provides access to board tools and templates.
- [Board Mandates](https://boardfoundation.org/en/service/board-mandates/): The Board Foundation maintains a comprehensive database of qualified and experienced directors. This database includes individuals who are members of the Swiss Institute of Directors, graduates of the Swiss Board School, and members of the Female Board Pool who have undergone professional development programs, demonstrating their commitment to continuous learning and best governance practices.For CandidatesPrepare for your board mandates: The Swiss Board School offers a comprehensive set of programs that will prepare you to be an effective board member and reflect on your role as a value creator.
- [Board Tools](https://boardfoundation.org/en/service/board-tools/): The toolbox includes a variety of documents and templates that can be customized to meet an organization's specific needs. They cover areas such as board charters, committee charters, governance policies, and guidelines for director roles and responsibilities. In addition, the toolbox provides guidance on shareholder engagement, stakeholder management, and sustainability reporting.
- [Board Clinic](https://boardfoundation.org/en/service/board-clinic/): The Board Clinic is a confidential advisory format designed for board members who seek personal, situation-specific guidance beyond standard programs and peer exchanges. It provides a protected space to reflect on complex boardroom challenges, sensitive governance questions, and strategic dilemmas with an experienced board expert who understands the realities of board practice.
- [Board Audit](https://boardfoundation.org/en/service/board-audit/): The Board Audit examines various aspects, including the composition of the board of directors, its independence, the diversity of its members, the effectiveness of board committees, decision-making processes, communication within the board and with management, and compliance with corporate governance principles and best practices. It involves a combination of self-assessment surveys, interviews, and external facilitation to gather feedback and insights from board members and relevant stakeholders. The findings inform the development of action plans to improve board performance, strengthen governance practices, and align board activities with the organization's strategic goals.

## Tools
- [Job Description BoD Vice Chair](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/job-description-bod-vice-chair/)
- [BoD Duties Checklist](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/bod-duties-checklist/)
- [Job Description BoD Secretary](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/job-description-bod-secretary/)
- [Job Description BoD Chair](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/job-description-bod-chair/)
- [Nomination and Renumeration Committee Charter](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/nomination-and-renumeration-committee-charter/)
- [BoD Mandate Confirmation](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/bod-mandate-confirmation/)
- [Advisory Commitee Regulations](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/advisory-commitee-regulations/)
- [Audit Committee Charter](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/audit-committee-charter/)
- [Organizational Regulations](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/organizational-regulations/)
- [BoD Mandate Contract](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/bod-mandate-contract/)
- [Owner Strategy Checklist](https://boardfoundation.org/en/tool/owner-strategy-checklist/)

## Themes
- [Board Development & Transformation](https://boardfoundation.org/en/content-theme/board-development-transformation/)
- [Board Leadership & Dynamics](https://boardfoundation.org/en/content-theme/board-leadership-dynamics/)
- [Strategy & Innovation for Boards](https://boardfoundation.org/en/content-theme/strategy-innovation-for-boards/)
- [Finance & Audit for Boards](https://boardfoundation.org/en/content-theme/finance-audit-for-boards/)
- [Culture & Organization for Boards](https://boardfoundation.org/en/content-theme/culture-organization-for-boards/)
- [Risk & Compliance for Boards](https://boardfoundation.org/en/content-theme/risk-compliance-for-boards/)
- [Communication & Collaboration for Boards](https://boardfoundation.org/en/content-theme/communication-collaboration-for-boards/)
- [Board Responsibility & Accountability](https://boardfoundation.org/en/content-theme/board-responsibility-accountability/)

## Program Types
- [Board Certificate Programs](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program-type/board-certificate-programs/)
- [Board Diploma Programs](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program-type/board-diploma-programs/)
- [Board Compact Programs](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program-type/board-compact-programs/)
- [Board Masterclasses](https://boardfoundation.org/en/program-type/board-masterclasses/)

## Event Types
- [Swiss Board Circle](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event-type/swiss-board-circle/)
- [Swiss Board Day](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event-type/swiss-board-day/)
- [Swiss Board Visit](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event-type/swiss-board-visit/)
- [Global Board Forum](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event-type/global-board-forum/)
- [Global Board Conference](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event-type/global-board-conference/)
- [Board Meetup](https://boardfoundation.org/en/event-type/board-meetup/)

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