The Nomination Period for ISACA’s 2024-2025 Board of Directors is Now Closed

The 2024-2025 slate will be installed at the Annual General Meeting.

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Nomination process

You have the opportunity to influence the future of ISACA by applying directly or nominating someone to our Board of Directors, the governing group that defines strategy and innovation for our global professional community.

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What It takes

To be eligible, nominees must either be a current ISACA member or join ISACA if selected to serve. Board directors are expected to attend four in-person meetings and four teleconferences during their term. In addition, they should also plan to spend about 15 hours a month on Board-related activities, including committee participation. Please consider these commitments before submitting a nomination.

The Board expects that Directors will possess the following attributes associated with effective governance:

  • Integrity and accountability
  • Informed judgement
  • Strategic vision
  • Financial literacy
  • Mature confidence
  • Diversity and inclusion awareness
  • High-performance standards
  • Commitment to The Mission

Strong nominations are those which provide specific and concrete examples of how the applicant or nominee has exemplified leadership attributes and/or how their activities have contributed to ISACA’s mission.

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Duties and responsibilities

The Board’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Represent the collective interests of the organization’s global members and stakeholders.
  • Provide governance and oversight of the company’s ethical culture, strategy, performance and financial reporting, risk management and regulatory compliance, as well as executive talent management, including CEO performance, compensation, and succession.
  • Ensure optimal Board composition, structure and leadership that align with the company’s strategy
  • Exercise its authority directly or through committees of the Board.
  • Direct, advise and counsel ISACA’s senior management.
  • Abide by and support ISACA’s Code of Professional Ethics.
  • Leverage professional networks in support of ISACA.
  • Maintain a global perspective on professional issues and ISACA matters.
  • Lead by example through an energetic dedication and ability to accomplish ISACA objectives while maintaining exemplary leadership qualities and demonstrating positive performance in professional and volunteer roles.
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Expectations for performance

The Board also seeks individuals who have diverse backgrounds, are recognized leaders in their respective fields, and have the potential to make a significant contribution to ISACA’s mission. As a director, you are expected to:

  • Attend all meetings.
  • Prepare for meetings by reading the materials provided and conducting additional research as necessary.
  • Participate actively in Board discussions, providing information and views relevant to the subjects discussed.
  • Respect the confidentiality of all Board deliberations and company materials.
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HOW IS THE ISACA BOARD OF DIRECTORS SELECTED?

Each year, the Board of Directors opens the call for applications and nominations. The Board seeks to obtain a blend of experience and skills necessary to support the successful running of a company as well as deep ISACA experience steeped in the organization’s mission.

In addition, the Board seeks diversity of gender, race, global origin, and industry that reflects the diversity of ISACA stakeholders.

The Committee works with a matrix that encompasses the current Board’s diversity, skills, expertise, and background. This matrix facilitates a gap analysis, identifying areas to address regarding Board composition for the upcoming term.

The Board seeks candidates who have demonstrated their abilities and possess the desire to dedicate a minimum of three years of their time and energy to ISACA and exhibit a commitment to being an effective Board member.

The Board has identified certain experiences and skills that fit the needs and strategy of the organization. Preferred candidates will exhibit one or more of the following:

  • Experience on an ISACA Chapter board or significant volunteer experience on behalf of ISACA.
  • Experience in driving Chapter growth in membership and membership participation.
  • Experience in government/government advocacy to support ISACA Advocacy objectives as well as ISACA’s Capability Maturity Model in the software and medical fields.
  • Experience as a CTO, e-commerce/publishing/education-related organizations is a plus.
  • Experience as a CISO.
  • Visionary in the field of cutting-edge technology.
  • Experience as a Head of Internal Audit or Senior IT Audit professional.
  • A “Financial Expert”, as defined by the Securities and Exchange Commission and an expert in US GAAP accounting to support the Audit & Risk Committee.
  • Experience as a Chief Risk Officer with an emphasis on Operational (People, Processes and Technology), Strategic and Financial Risks to support the Audit & Risk Committee.
  • Experienced CEOs with proven success in companies with more than 250 people in a space in or adjacent to ISACA’s business who are mission-driven.
  • Expertise in Employee Compensation and Benefits of a global yet predominantly US-based organization to support the Compensation and Talent Management Committee.
  • Experience in Digital Transformation.
  • Experience as a Head of Product Development with a successful track record.
  • Experienced Chief Marketing Officer.
  • C-Suite experience in Education-related companies.

The Governance & Nominating Committee reviews ALL submitted applications and determines which candidates will move on for the interview process. The Board may also enlist the help of a global search firm to provide additional candidates with specific skills, to aid in screening finalist candidates and to provide independent background checks.

Upon completing all interviews, the Committee convenes to discuss all interviews and determines which candidates to recommend for the next Board term. Each April, the current Board is then asked to approve the proposed slate (presented/endorsed by the Governance & Nominating Committee). After the Board approves the next slate, that slate is installed at the Annual General Meeting, which is the commencement of the new term.

WHEN ARE APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS OPEN EACH YEAR?

From 1 December to 31 January.

CAN I NOMINATE MYSELF FOR THE BOARD?

Yes.

WHAT INFORMATION IS REQUIRED TO NOMINATE SOMEONE?

Interested applicants (or those that nominate another individual) complete the online nomination form by providing the candidate’s name, email address, ISACA member # and supporting answers to the various questions on the form (what background or expertise that individual would bring to the Board). All candidates must provide a CV and a Letter of Recommendation as part of their candidate materials. Candidates must submit at least one letter and may submit up to 3 letters of recommendation. ISACA staff and current ISACA Board members may not submit a letter of recommendation on behalf of a candidate.

WHAT IS THE TERM OF OFFICE FOR A BOARD MEMBER, AND HOW MANY TERMS CAN THEY SERVE?

Terms are one year, beginning in June of each year, and directors may serve up to six terms, more if they additionally serve as Vice Chair or Chair.

ARE BOARD MEMBERS COMPENSATED?

ISACA Board members are volunteers. However, ISACA does reimburse travel expenses for mandatory Board and committee meetings.

HOW ARE THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR SELECTED?

The Chair and Vice Chair of the ISACA Board of Directors are selected each year by the current Board from the current sitting Board of Directors.

HOW DO I CONTACT AN ISACA BOARD DIRECTOR?

To contact an ISACA Board member, please send your message to communications@aifengcai.com.