CORPORATE BOARD NAVIGATOR
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ABOUT CORPORATE BOARD NAVIGATOR

Formerly the Corporate Board Initiative, the Corporate Board Navigator (CBN), sponsored by Deloitte, was designed and developed to advance and support members of The ELC throughout their corporate board journey. CBN builds awareness, improves readiness, bolsters the effectiveness, and enhances the visibility of ELC members who are interested in, actively pursuing, and currently serving on boards.

To ensure we can support our members regardless of where they are in their board journey, we structured the Corporate Board Navigator across three phases:

  • Phase One: Board Readiness – Supports members who are seeking their first board position. Designed as an immersive program with both in-person and virtual components, phase one provides board ready members tangible resources, networking opportunities, and board focused instruction via a 6-month cohort program.
  • Phase Two: Board Navigation – Supports members serving on at least one corporate board. Through our quarterly content symposiums, phase two of CBN aims to support first time board members as they continue to acclimate to being on a board; offers direction to those seeking a new board directorship; and provides best practices to those seeking to be more effective in their current board roles.
  • Phase Three: Board Elevation – Supports experienced board directors who have been on corporate boards for more than 3 years. Phase three seeks to elevate the effectiveness of ELC board members through candid conversations and sharing of best practices via our quarterly content sessions aimed at supporting the elevation of board members to positions of board leadership.

In addition to general membership events, the cohort groups participate in workshops, webinars, one-on-one mentorship, networking receptions, panel discussions, and board related conferences as a part of a comprehensive program.

WHAT TO EXPECT

This year, The ELC Gala Week programs and events will impact over 3,000 members, students and esteemed guests at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Maryland. 

Agenda & Schedule

The 2026 ELC Recognition Gala is the flagship event of ELC Gala Week. This elegant evening brings together more than 3,000 leaders for an unforgettable night of celebration, recognition, networking, and impact.

Pre-Gala Networking Reception4:30 PM – 5:30 PMConnect with fellow attendees, executives, and honorees in a relaxed setting before the main program.
Doors Open for the Recognition Gala5:30 PMGuests are invited to take their seats in the Potomac Ballroom.
ELC Recognition Gala Program6:00 PM – 9:15 PMA powerful evening featuring dinner, inspirational remarks, recognition of outstanding leaders, corporate achievements, scholarship impact, and special entertainment.
Gala Networking Lounge6:00 PM – 9:30 PMSeparate access for additional networking (ticketed separately). Live stream of the Gala program available here.
Post-Gala Reception9:30 PM – MidnightContinue the celebration with music, cocktails, and meaningful conversations.
Doors Open for the Recognition Gala5:30 PMGuests are invited to take their seats in the Potomac Ballroom.
ELC Recognition Gala Program6:00 PM – 9:15 PMA powerful evening featuring dinner, inspirational remarks, recognition of outstanding leaders, corporate achievements, scholarship impact, and special entertainment.
Gala Networking Lounge6:00 PM – 9:30 PMSeparate access for additional networking (ticketed separately). Live stream of the Gala program available here.
Post-Gala Reception9:30 PM – MidnightContinue the celebration with music, cocktails, and meaningful conversations.
ELC Recognition Gala Program6:00 PM – 9:15 PMA powerful evening featuring dinner, inspirational remarks, recognition of outstanding leaders, corporate achievements, scholarship impact, and special entertainment.
Gala Networking Lounge6:00 PM – 9:30 PMSeparate access for additional networking (ticketed separately). Live stream of the Gala program available here.
Post-Gala Reception9:30 PM – MidnightContinue the celebration with music, cocktails, and meaningful conversations.

Join Us at the 2026 ELC Recognition Gala

October 28-31, 2026

Be part of the signature event of ELC Gala Week on October 30, 2026, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Maryland.

Meet our speakers

Arian Simone

Serial Entrepreneur and co-founder of Fearless Fund

Will Packer

Producer and CEO, Will Packer Productions

Dr. Randal Pinkett

Founder and CEO, BCT Partners

Laysha Ward

Author, Board Member, C-Suite Leader, Speaker

Arian Simone

Serial Entrepreneur and co-founder of Fearless Fund

Frequently Asked Questions

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