Landing a board role is a career milestone that signifies expertise, leadership, and strategic influence. However, securing a board position is not the same as climbing the corporate ladder. Unlike traditional executive roles, board positions demand a unique mix of governance experience, financial acumen, risk oversight, and long-term strategic vision. The challenge? Most executives struggle to position themselves effectively for board opportunities. A traditional C-suite resume may highlight operational leadership, but it often lacks the governance focus and strategic oversight that boards look for. According to Spencer Stuart’s Board Index Report, 72% of first-time directors were senior executives, yet only…