The Board Connection is a nonprofit organization whose purpose is to increase the number of women serving on corporate boards and in the executive suite through programs designed to connect, influence and develop women capable of serving as board members.
The Board Connection’s membership consists of professional women who have the desire and ability to be serious candidates for corporate board positions. Members have access to our networking sessions, information on board searches, and assistance with board readiness development programs.
Our leadership team consists of a board of directors from prominent corporate and professional organizations in the Dallas area. Our team brings experience and commitment to TBC and to the advancement of women serving on corporate boards.
D CEO 2012 names Evelyn Henry Miller Outstanding CFO, Midsize Public Company
April 19, 2012 – DALLAS, TX - The May/June issue of D CEO highlights the winners of their 2012 Financial Executive Awards in Dallas-Fort Worth. Evelyn Henry Miller, an active member of The Board Connection, is featured as the Outstanding CFO, Midsize Public Company.
"Moving from the CFO position at one of the nation’s largest newspaper companies to the same role in a midsize firm—in a completely different industry, no less—may seem a strange career choice. But the challenge of something different appealed to Evelyn Henry Miller.
“It’s really a great thrill for me,” says Miller of her position at Dallas-based marketing firm imc2. “I love learning new things and solving new problems.” read the full article
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TBC Board Director, Carla Howard, Named One of Texas’ Most Powerful and Influential Women
April 6, 2012 – Dallas, Texas – Carla Howard, vice president and general tax counsel of Energy Future Holdings, was named a 2012 Most Powerful and Influential Women of Texas by the National Diversity Council. The award recognizes Texas women who display leadership excellence, demonstrate a commitment to the community and have a record of notable accomplishments throughout their careers.
Howard has advanced her passion for diversity by launching a grassroots effort to develop women leaders in the finance organization. Outside EFH, Carla co-founded and serves as a board member for The Board Connection (www.theboardconnection.org).
“We are thrilled to have someone with Carla’s commitment, passion and dedication as a leader in the finance organization,” said EFH CFO Paul Keglevic. “Please join me in congratulating Carla on this prestigious honor.”
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March 29, 2012: The Board Connection's Annual Census of Journey to Diversification: A Texas Perspective 2011 Census Released
 The Board Connection has released their third annual census, offering a statewide comparison of Texas women serving on corporate boards by region and by industry in FORTUNE 1000 companies throughout our state across 2011.
Gayle Anderson, Executive Director of The Board Connection, remarked "while the census study shows little improvement between 2010 and 2011, we are seeing recent indications that more companies are recognizing the extent to which board diversity improves corporate results and brings higher financial performance. Subsequent to their SEC filings studied for the census, several companies, including Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. and Dell Inc., increased the number of women on their boards.”
Ms. Anderson further stated, “The Board Connection is working to impact these results by providing corporations with access to qualified candidates. TBC provides women interested in board service with visibility to nominating committees and tools to excel once selected.”
Download the full census here.
May 10, 2012: Bio Workshop and Professional Portraits
Thursday, May 10 at 4:30
Members Only: Be sure to attend this working meeting led by Paula Asinof. Each member will come away with a great Board Bio draft and an opportunity to update your professional headshot with a top Dallas photographer ($100 - a great TBC member discount). Bring your laptop, resume and other support materials.
Our thanks Rave Cinema, hosting the event at their corporate offices.
To rsvp, please email Sherry DeLaGarza at sldelagarza@kpmg.com or call her at 214-840-2080.
June 14, 2012 Assessment Program
A members only event. Stay tuned for more details!
 The Board Connection is a member of the InterOrganization Network.
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