The Future of Social Sector Governance: A Conversation with Edward Norton

Boards can be more than oversight bodies. They can be growth engines.

A recent article called social sector boards a force multiplier. But what does that really look like in practice, and how do leaders unlock it now?

Join Social Current President and CEO Jody Levison-Johnson in conversation with Edward Norton, Zeck co-founder and chief strategy officer and award-winning actor, for a candid, forward-looking discussion on the future of governance. Together, they’ll dig into entrepreneurial governance, a modern approach that balances oversight and accountability with deep strategic partnership, positioning boards as true co-strategists alongside CEOs and leadership teams.

This lively conversation will explore:

• Why the role and purpose of board meetings must evolve to meet this moment
• What it takes to recruit and engage board members who can drive transformation, not just compliance
• Why adopting a more business-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset is essential for mission-driven organizations
• How AI is reshaping board engagement, decision making, and performance

You’ll also hear why someone with a globally recognized day job like Edward Norton’s has chosen to invest his time and energy in boards of directors, and what social sector leaders can learn from that commitment.

If you’re ready to rethink governance and position your board as a catalyst for innovation and impact, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Who Should Attend

• CEOs and executive directors
• Board directors