NACD Introduces Integrated, Four-Part Suite of Cyb

WASHINGTON, Feb. 23, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Corporate Directors  (NACD), the advocate for the profession of directorship, today announced four resources designed to address the lack of cyber literacy in today’s boardrooms.

Learn more about NACD’s suite of cyber-risk oversight resources at www.NACDonline.org/cyber-ready .

1. NACD Cyber Summit in Chicago, June 21 Directors will share real-world insights and leading practices during this interactive event designed to foster organization-wide cyber resiliency.  
2. NACD Director’s Handbook on Cyber-Risk Oversight The 2017 edition of NACD’s most downloaded publication includes tools to help assess the board’s cybersecurity culture and sample risk dashboards.
3. NACD Cyber-Risk Oversight Certificate Course  Developed in partnership with Ridge Global and Carnegie Mellon University, this online course designed exclusively for directors confers the CERT Certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight.  
4. Custom In-Boardroom Cyber Programs NACD’s custom programs help boards and management align when setting the company’s cyber-risk profile.

“Only 19 percent of respondents to our recent survey believe their boards possess a high level of knowledge about cybersecurity,” said Peter Gleason, NACD president and CEO. “In the current environment, board members must be able to demonstrate their commitment to providing effective cyber-risk oversight. We’re pleased to offer a portfolio of resources that will enhance directors’ cyber leadership.” For more information on NACD’s board resources on cyber-risk oversight, visit www.NACDonline.org/cyber-ready .

About NACD The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) empowers more than 17,000 directors to lead with confidence in the boardroom. As the recognized authority on leading boardroom practices, NACD helps boards strengthen investor trust and public confidence by ensuring that today’s directors are well-prepared for tomorrow’s challenges. World-class boards join NACD to elevate performance, gain foresight, and instill confidence. Fostering collaboration among directors, investors, and corporate governance stakeholders, NACD has been setting the standard for responsible board leadership for 40 years. To learn more about NACD, visit  www.NACDonline.org . To become an NACD member, please contact us at  Join@NACDonline.org  or 202-572-2089. If you are already a member, contact your NACD Membership Advisor at MembershipAdvisor@NACDonline.org  to ensure that you are receiving the best value from your membership.

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