Women in the Board Room
Celebrating 30 years of research: An annual study of women in the board room and executive leadership of Georgia public companies.
OnBoard has been a pioneer in its approach to getting more women on corporate boards and was the first to field a study measuring the status of women on corporate boards. Recognizing that hard numbers are more compelling than prose, OnBoard strives to make the case for a problem that needs to be addressed while creating an essential benchmark for measuring progress and proving efficacy. Since 1993, through the production of our Annual Study, OnBoard has been making a vital contribution to measuring the corporate landscape to track the progress of women’s role in the board room and executive leadership positions on Georgia public companies. All information is derived from Form 10-K, 8-K or proxy filings with the Securities & Exchange.
Power of 3
Power of 3 companies are those who realize that increasing to three or more women on the board creates a dynamic where the true impact of gender diversity is realized. Georgia companies with a Power of 3 board have climbed to 33, doubling in the past three years.
2022 Annual Study Highlights
OnBoard’s Impact
By The Numbers
- When the Annual Study was first published in 1993, women made up only 4% of all public board seats in Georgia. In 2022, that number has climbed to 24%, an all-time high.
- Power of 3 companies, those companies with three or more women on their board, experience the true impact of gender diversity. This year, 43 of Georgia’s 126 public companies are Power of 3 companies – a record.
- For the first time, four Georgia companies have reached parity – 50% or more women directors. Those companies are Chart Industries, The Coca-Cola Company, First Advantage Corporation, and Intercontinental Exchange.
- Women of Color directors are also increasing exponentially, occupying 55 seats in 2022. Between 2010 and 2020, Women of Color gained only 11 seats. By comparison, Women of Color have gained 19 seats since 2020.
- Progress can be attributed to a fill rate of 40%, which is the highest it has ever been. However, to reach parity across all boards, we must strive for a fill rate of greater than 50%.
- 130 searches for board candidates have been executed through OnBoard
- 34 women have gained a board seat with the influence of OnBoard
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Prepare for Board Leadership
OnBoard programs prepare women for board service through education, mentorship, networking, and opportunities.
OnBoard Accelerator gets women closer to their goal of serving on a for-profit board. With a focus on personal marketing skills, we prepare you for the board interview process ensuring you clearly articulate the value you bring to the table. Learn More
Get On Board! is an invitation-only, premier event designed to connect board-ready women to those companies who are looking for female representation on their boards. Learn More
Members receive notifications of confidential board openings via our search partners. We send one to two opportunities per month. View Membership Details
Find Qualified Women
For more information, please contact Lisa Robinson at lisarobinson@onboardnow.org
We treat all communication with you as confidential.
Connecting Qualified Women with Opportunity
If you are looking for qualified women to serve on your board and need to identify talented professionals, we can help. OnBoard can connect you to candidates through a confidential matching service.
OnBoard Candidate Referral Service – What do you get?
- Confidentiality
- Refinement of your criteria
- Candidates thoughtfully selected based on your needs
- Rapid and responsive engagement
- Access to a national network representing thousands of professional women
Get Connected
Partnerships
OnBoard partners with a strong network of organizations to connect board searches with our qualified members. Our key partners are listed below.
ION (Interorganization Network)
As a partner of ION (Interorganization Network), OnBoard receives notifications of confidential board opportunities. We share these with our Members in an effort to submit candidates for consideration and connect qualified women with corporate leadership opportunities.
As a committed advocate of women in the boardroom, The Carlyle Group notifies OnBoard of board opportunities that become available among their portfolio of companies. OnBoard shares these openings with our members with an invitation for qualified candidates to apply.
OnBoard is excited to announce our new partnership with Bolster, a platform to help executives access Boards of Directors, on-demand leadership roles, and positions with high-growth VC-backed startups. Bolster has launched a major program encouraging their clients to add independent director seats to their boards and fill those new board seats with diverse candidates, including people who have never served on corporate boards before.
As a Charter Membership Partner of Bolster, OnBoard invites our Members to pre-qualify for Bolster membership and be eligible for these opportunities. There is absolutely no cost to you. You’ll also carry the OnBoard badge on your Bolster profile and be searchable by Bolster clients specifically looking for diverse candidates for their board and other roles. In less than five minutes, you can create a free profile to be considered for the 20+ open board seats and 80+ on-demand roles currently in play.
Join OnBoard and Support the Mission
OnBoard Members support the organization’s ability to advocate, inspire and connect professional women across Georgia. Join at any of our three member levels and receive benefits and exclusive access to our extensive networks. Join us today!
Membership Benefits
Networking
Attend OnBoard’s quarterly speaker events and annual gala for OnBoard’s annual study and awards. Connect with other high-caliber professionals who are committed to advancing the careers of business women, women directors and candidates, and companies seeking women directors.
Adding Your Voice
As a member of OnBoard, you add your voice to a group of executive women and men who believe in the importance of increasing the number of women on corporate boards and in the ranks of executive leadership.
Professional Development
Members get substantial discounts to OnBoard events as well as exclusive access to members-only and VIP events.
Exclusive Access to Members-Only Events
Members receive discounts to OnBoard events as well as exclusive access to members-only and VIP events.
Board Search Opportunities
Members receive notification of confidential board opportunities from OnBoard and our search partners.
Membership Levels
Member
$150
OnBoard Membership is open to all those who support the mission of the organization and includes a variety of benefits.
Advocate
$300
An exclusive level of membership, the Advocates List are individuals who have accepted the invitation to financially support OnBoard at a leadership level. Advocates support OnBoard’s mission to increase the number of women in executive leadership and on corporate boards.
Next Onboard
$75
Next OnBoard is our membership level for early and mid-career professionals. To learn more and to become a member please visit, Next OnBoard.
Out of Town Membership
OnBoard is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, but our reach is national. We welcome new members located outside of Georgia to participate in our virtual offerings, access to a diverse community of professional women, and receive notifications about board opportunities across the country.
Out of Town OnBoard membership is available for a discounted rate of $100. Eligible members must provide an out of state address to receive this special offer. Please contact info@onboardnow.org to register.
