Qualified Board Candidates

These candidates are certified board candidates with their Corporate Directors International Designation (CDI.D™).

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Carolyn Ryan

Carolyn Ryan’s extensive global business experience including a CPG career as well as entrepreneurial ventures qualify her to serve on a public board, including risk and management committees as well as compensation.

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Laurie Kelly

Laurie Kelly’s extensive knowledge and international experience as a sustainability executive in the critical minerals and chemical manufacturing sectors gives her a unique perspective that will add value to any public board, including sustainability and risk committees.

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Karla Kimrey

Karla Kimrey’s extensive leadership in a public company and investor relations experience qualify her to serve on a public company or soon to be public company board.

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Kathy Keating

Kathy Keating is a board-certified technology executive and published author with a 30-year track record of scaling high-growth SaaS companies, pioneering commercial AI, leading cybersecurity and compliance strategy, and driving global operational excellence in product engineering.

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Laura Viehmyer

Laura Viehmyer specializes in the connection between business, finance and human capital. Her years of experience advising boards and CEOs, teaching graduate school finance and compensation, and her corporate board certification qualify her to add value to any public or private board. Laura is a great fit on compensation, finance and audit, or nominations committees.

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Georgia Smith

Georgia Smith is a seasoned fintech executive with 30 years of experience at a Fortune 500 company, recognized for her strategic leadership in accounting, finance, and operations, and celebrated as one of Maryland's "Top 50 Women Leaders" for her ability to drive business growth, mitigate risks, and develop future leaders.

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Natalie Morrow

Natalie Morrow is an award-winning entrepreneur and seasoned business leader with over 25 years of experience in entrepreneurship, sales, and investing, complemented by a decade of nonprofit board leadership, expertise in ESG, and a proven track record in community building, philanthropy, and strategic advisory roles—making her an ideal candidate for small to mid-size private company boards.

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Joyce Cacho

Joyce Cacho’s executive and international finance experience along with serving on major corporate boards, qualify her to serve on a large-cap private or public company board.

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Gina D'Andrea Weatherup

As a trusted advisor to CEOs and Board Chairs, Gina D’Andrea Weatherup will bring a focus on ethics, compliance, and ESG issues to any compensation or nominations and governance committee.

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Loren Furman

Loren Furman is an accomplished Executive & CEO with over 20 years of experience as a government relations expert and statewide business leader and 12+ years of Board experience.

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Julie Rachynski

Julie Rachynski’s extensive operational and executive experience in navigating complex business changes, cultural transformation through sales, acquisitions and restructuring operations, and mastery in strategic capital management qualify her to serve on a public board, including nominating/governance committees as well as compensation.

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Jen Routon

Jen Routon’s extensive real estate leadership, managing broker experience, and nearly 30 years across multifamily, residential, and investment sectors qualify her to serve on a public board, including audit, compensation, and strategic growth committees.

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Stacey Brigham

Stacey Brigham’s extensive experience as a business owner and consultant in finance, regulatory compliance and federal agency expertise will add value to any public or private board, and qualifies her to sit on audit and governance committees.

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Christina Eisenhard

Chrissy Eisenhard’s extensive experience as a legal and compliance executive with an international perspective qualify her to serve on a public board, including risk and audit committees.

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Dawn Cacciotti

Dawn Cacciotti’s extensive strategic operations and human resources experience coupled with her advanced capabilities as a trusted advisor and confidante to CEO’s and Board of Directors as their expert consultant qualifies her to serve on a public board, including compensation committees.

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Emma Leith

Emma has a wealth of knowledge and experience in sustainability in the mining sector. Her expertise spans numerous jurisdictions and includes Indigenous relations, making her an invaluable asset to any mining company. Her extensive background, dedication, and innovative approach to sustainability in mining truly sets her apart as a leader in the industry.

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Denise Rutherford

From Scientist to C-Suite Executive at 3M, Denise’ personal integrity, willingness to take things on and step up, got her noticed and promoted within 3M. Confidence in her abilities and trust in her execution make her an excellent board candidate with a broad background of international business experience in one of the world’s largest companies.

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Natalie Curcio

Natalie Curcio’s medical expertise, combined with her business growth mindset, commitment to science, and international proficiency qualify her to serve on a public or private board in healthcare, health policy, or medical devices.

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Emma Le Ster

Emma Le Ster is well recognized in mining circles for her keen analytical skills and leadership in the financial sector. Working as the trusted fund manager within major investor groups and banks have given her the skills needed to bring value to the board table.

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Diane Stogiannes

Diane Stogiannes extensive background in specialty tax consulting, with a strong foundation in financial competence and a keen ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes qualify her to serve on a public board, including risk and management committees as well as compensation.

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