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Multi-Chapter Virtual Event | Your Boardroom Journey: One Size Does Not Fit All - An Interview with Dr. Keith Dorsey

Thursday, February 05, 2026, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CST

Category: Cleveland

Your Boardroom Journey: One Size Does Not Fit All ~ An Interview with Dr. Keith Dorsey

Overview

Invest in your future as a director with tactical and strategic insights from seasoned board member, recruiter and researcher Dr. Keith Dorsey. Dr. Dorsey has dedicated his life's work to supporting professionals like yourself. Curate the board journey of your dreams by leveraging the audacity of being selective.

Dr. Dorsey is a seasoned board member, executive advisor, informal coach, researcher, and has had countless in-depth conversations with board members to uncover how executives position themselves for governance roles. His work focuses on equipping senior leaders, industry experts, and aspiring directors with the insights and tools they need to pursue board opportunities with confidence.

His own board service spans private, municipality, university, and nonprofit organizations, giving him deep insights into what it takes to succeed across a variety of boardroom landscapes.

With The Boardroom Journey, he created a research-backed program to guide aspiring board members every step of the way—from defining your board readiness story to securing your seat at the table.

In this session, Wisconsin PDA President Inge Plautz will interview Dr. Dorsey, digging into The Boardroom Journey, his research-backed program to guide aspiring board members every step of the way—from defining your board readiness story to securing your seat at the table. Dr. Dorsey believes every qualified professional deserves the opportunity to lead and make a lasting impact in the boardroom.

Registration:

$00 PDA Members
$35 Non-Members

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Speaker

Dr. Keith Dorsey
Author, Board Member, Founder
Boardroom Journey

Dr. Keith D. Dorsey is a board member, researcher, and speaker focused on executives’ pathways to corporate board service. Founder of the Boardroom Journey, he empowers professionals to navigate their path to the boardroom. Author of The Boardroom Journey (Wiley), published in Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review, Forbes, Fast Company, and Directors & Boards, he writes extensively on leadership, governance, and board effectiveness. His research explores the structural and strategic factors that shape board selection, diversity, and corporate leadership pipelines.

As the Senior Advisor and former Managing Partner and Practice Leader of CEO & Board Services at a global executive search firm, Keith has worked with corporate boards and leadership teams to identify and develop top-tier governance talent. Keith has spent over two decades as a growth strategist at Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies.

His expertise extends beyond research and consulting—he is an active board member and sought-after speaker on boardroom strategy and composition, leadership resilience, and the evolving role of corporate governance in today’s business landscape.

Keith holds a Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California and is a recognized voice on the intersection of leadership, governance, and diversity. He currently serves as an advisor to executives and organizations seeking to strengthen board effectiveness and navigate the complexities of governance in an ever-changing corporate environment.

He splits his time between research, writing, board service, and advising senior leaders on securing board opportunities that align with their expertise and impact.

Interviewer

Inge Plautz
Wisconsin PDA Chapter President
President & CEO, The Forum Group

Inge Plautz is an accomplished executive, expert group facilitator, and governance specialist who helps family-owned and mission-driven organizations navigate complexity and achieve sustainable growth. Her leadership fosters strategic frameworks, resilient teams, and adaptive cultures that thrive in evolving markets.

Drawing on experience creating CEO forums, peer roundtables, and cross-disciplinary networks, Inge unites leaders and advisors to spark innovation and forge productive alliances. Her governance expertise includes establishing family councils, shaping boards, and aligning priorities for lasting impact.

Inge’s contributions extend far beyond the boardroom. She is a steadfast advocate for mentorship and has dedicated significant time and effort to supporting the next generation of leaders - especially women in business. Through exclusive leadership events and mentorship initiatives, she has cultivated a culture of empowerment, ensuring that future leaders have the guidance, and confidence needed to succeed.

As a Certified Private Company Director and founder of the Wisconsin Chapter of the Private Directors Association, Inge champions forward-thinking governance models. Her executive roles - including a senior position at Old National Bank - have honed her skill in delivering transformative strategies and tangible results.

Past tenures at Old National Bank, RSM US LLP, M3 Insurance Solutions, PNC Financial Services Group and BMO, refined her ability to tackle operational challenges and guide organizations towards measurable progress. She extends this influence beyond the boardroom, fostering mentorship and diversity through exclusive women’s leadership events.

Recognized among Milwaukee Business Journal’s 40 under 40, named Woman of the Year, and honored as a top executive in banking and finance, Inge combines strategic acumen with a global perspective gained through her Executive MBA at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and studies at ESCP Europe in Paris. Continually evolving in her responsibilities, she remains a trusted partner for organizations seeking clarity, momentum, and enduring leadership.