2024 ESSENTIALS

Join your colleagues January 23-25, 2024, at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort for ESSENTIALS. 

There is no better way to spend a few days in the winter than learning corporate governance in Florida! Don’t miss ESSENTIALS the Society’s signature educational conference. 

• The program is designed so that you can apply the material to your processes
• Experienced presenters and your peers lead the sessions  
• Collegial setting with opportunities to ask questions

Content is Organized to

• Deliver an overview of corporate governance fundamentals.
• Enhance your understanding of regulations and disclosures.  
• Offer a special private company track.

• Sharpen your skills in handling board responsibilities.
• Enlighten you about key topics that are shaping the future.
• Encourage discussion of your challenges and opportunities.

…and so much more to help achieve your career goals

Who Should Attend
The program is for all governance professionals performing corporate governance duties at public, private companies, law firms, and other institutions. Attendees are newly appointed corporate secretary, assistant secretary, general counsel, and law firm practitioners, who have a role supporting the governance functions of the board or advising public and private companies of all sizes. The program is also recommended for any legal professionals who want an update on the latest governance issues.

Key Seminar Benefits
• Learn: relevant content that is practical, applied and grounded in corporate governance 
• Earn: the program is regularly approved for CLE and other educational credits
• Inspire: learn about innovative solutions in the Exhibit Hall
• Engage: harness the opportunity to cultivate a network with your peers, share experiences, and gain deeper insight from experts.
• Access: materials via the conference App or Society website with your membership

Continuing Legal Education Credits
Many states regularly grant continuing legal or other professional education credits to attendees. The Society has contracted with CEU Institute to manage the CLE process for our attendees. Applications will be made to all states requested. The program is often eligible for CPA or paralegal credit. Please note, we do not apply to NASBA for credit, but we can provide a certificate of attendance which can be submitted to your jurisdiction. We can also complete any form you provide to verify your participation. CCGP credit is also available.

COVID-19 Safety Acknowledgment
In keeping with the Society's duty to care and responsibility as host of this program, we strongly encourage attendees and speakers to be tested for COVID prior to traveling to this event. Individuals who test positive should stay home. If you're unable to attend, you will still have access to the program materials or you can transfer your registration to a colleague who is able to attend.