Making Sense High Tides Lift All Boats: Connecting for Success at J.P. Morgan's Board Summit
May 23, 2024
Jan Singer, former CEO and current Board Director, shares her insights on boardroom dynamics and consumer trends. She emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives for effective decision-making and discusses the evolving role of CEOs. The conversation highlights the shift from product-centric to experience-centric strategies in response to changing consumer expectations. Jan also delves into the significance of clear governance and risk management as companies navigate macroeconomic challenges. Tune in for a sneak peek into the upcoming J.P. Morgan Board Summit!
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Cross-Brand Career Thread
- Jan Singer described a 20-year path from luxury beauty to Nike and C-suite roles at Spanx and J.Crew.
- She says the connective thread was putting the consumer first and driving innovation across brands.
Summit As Trusted Boardroom Forum
- Jan values J.P. Morgan's summit for trusted information and high-quality connections.
- She treats the event as a rare community moment to share boardroom best practices and ideas.
Value Of Value-Chain Experience
- Board value comes from a subject-matter voice plus full value-chain understanding.
- Jan argues cross-functional experience often matters more than exact industry match.