WEBINAR Lessons in Leadership | From CEO Seat to Board Seat: Strategic Career Lessons
Explore what it takes to move from the executive suite to the boardroom. Gain insights from Christa Quarles, CEO of Parallels, former CEO of OpenTable and Chief Business Officer at Nextdoor, as she shares lessons from navigating business transformation, preparing for board service, and making strategic career decisions that compound over time.
Key Topics:
Explore the transition from operating leadership to board service.
Examine how boards guide companies through growth, transformation, and change.
Consider practical strategies for positioning your experience for board opportunities and gain insights you can apply immediately to your own career.
Bring your questions and engage in a fireside conversation followed by an interactive Q&A.
Produced by: Philadelphia Committee
Key Topics:
Explore the transition from operating leadership to board service.
Examine how boards guide companies through growth, transformation, and change.
Consider practical strategies for positioning your experience for board opportunities and gain insights you can apply immediately to your own career.
Bring your questions and engage in a fireside conversation followed by an interactive Q&A.
Produced by: Philadelphia Committee
DATE: Tuesday, September 15th, 2026
TIME: 03:00 PM N. America West Coast
06:00 PM N. America East Coast
08:00 AM Sydney
LOCATION: Webinar
SPEAKERS:
Christa Quarles, Chief Executive Officer, Parallels
Emily Turner, Moderator, Investment Advisor, Goldman Sachs
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Space is limited. No walk-ins will be permitted.