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by Dan Bigman
Under the direction and dedication of PDA members Tate Pursell and Bryan Stewart, as well as the Certificate in Board Governance for Veterans Task Force (consisting of Nick Florio, Karen Henneberger, Tara Lewelling and Ian Schneller) the Private Directors Association (PDA) has created a study curriculum specifically directed to PDA members who are veterans of military, civil, and first-response organizations. Register here.
by Tate Pursell
Recommended Reading by Tate
The New Leader's 100-Day Action Plan by George B. Bradt, Jayme A. Check, and John A. Lawler:
This book provides a step-by-step guide for leaders to successfully transition into new roles and drive organizational impact within their first 100 days.
Publisher: Wiley
Publication Date: July 2022 (5th Edition)
Leadership and Change Management
Leading Change by John P. Kotter
Kotter's book on change management offers a step-by-step framework for leading organizational change, which is essential for executives transitioning to a new environment and implementing new practices.
Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press
Publication Date: September 1, 1996
The First 90 Days: Proven Strategies for Getting Up to Speed Faster and Smarter by Michael D. Watkins
This book provides a practical guide for executives transitioning into new roles, offering strategies to quickly adapt and make an impact within the first 90 days.
Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press
Publication Date: April 23, 2013
Financial Management: Theory & Practice by Eugene F. Brigham and Michael C. Ehrhardt
This comprehensive textbook covers essential financial management concepts, including financial analysis, planning, and decision-making, which are crucial for understanding private-sector financial practices.
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Publication Date: May 4, 2023 (17th Edition)
Financial Intelligence: A Manager's Guide to Knowing What the Numbers Really Mean by Karen Berman and Joe Knight
This book breaks down complex financial concepts into understandable terms and provides practical advice on interpreting financial statements and metrics, making it ideal for executives new to the private sector.
Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press
Publication Date: February 19, 2013 (Revised Edition)
Corporate Governance and Risk Management
Corporate Governance by Robert A. G. Monks and Nell Minow
This book covers the principles and practices of corporate governance, providing insights into the roles and responsibilities of boards, audit committees, and executive leadership in private companies.
Publisher: Wiley
Publication Date: April 8, 2011 (5th Edition)
The Essentials of Risk Management by Michel Crouhy, Dan Galai, and Robert Mark
This book offers a comprehensive overview of risk management practices, including financial, operational, and strategic risks, which are crucial for executives in the private sector.
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
Publication Date: December 6, 2005
Personal Development and Business Acumen
The Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses by Eric Ries
Although focused on startups, this book offers valuable lessons on innovation, agility, and customer-centric approaches that can benefit executives in any organization.
Publisher: Crown Business
Publication Date: September 13, 2011
Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
Kahneman's exploration of decision-making processes provides insights into cognitive biases and rational thinking, which are essential for strategic planning and financial decision-making.
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Publication Date: October 25, 2011
Corporate Strategy and Market Dynamics
Competitive Strategy: Techniques for Analyzing Industries and Competitors by Michael E. Porter
Porter's classic book on competitive strategy offers tools and frameworks for analyzing market dynamics and developing strategies to achieve a competitive advantage.
Publisher: Free Press
Publication Date: June 1, 1998
Blue Ocean Strategy: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make the Competition Irrelevant by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne
This book provides innovative approaches to strategic thinking and market positioning, encouraging executives to explore new opportunities and create value in uncharted markets.
Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press
Publication Date: February 3, 2005
