A New Era for Corporate Boards:
Increased Scrutiny and Rising Expectations

Offered by the Carolinas Directors Exchange

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Quail Hollow Country Club in Charlotte, North Carolina

Keynote Speaker:

Robert Niblock
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Lowe’s Companies, Inc.

Agenda Format

This year’s agenda will focus on the increased levels of scrutiny and expectations being placed on Corporate Boards in today’s environment. This conference will offer a unique blend of interactive discussions and provide ample opportunity for Q&A and networking.

Agenda

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Registration and Breakfast

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The Role of the Board and Its Governance Challenges

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Break

10:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Audit Committee

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Keynote: A Dialogue with Robert Niblock

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch

1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Emerging Executive Compensation Issues

2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Closing Comments and Group Networking