Convene at PRISM 2025: Illuminating Effective Governance for Private Boards

ANAHEIM, California — Convene joined over 200 private company directors, business owners, and C-suite executives at PRISM 2025: Illuminating Effective Governance, hosted by the Private Directors Association (PDA) at the Disneyland Hotel & Conference Center.

Representing Convene was Craig Henderson, US Head of Sales, who connected with private board leaders across PDA’s 21 chapters—each representing family-owned enterprises, ESOPs, and PE-backed organizations shaping the future of governance in America’s private sector.

Empowering Private Company Boards to Lead Smarter

The theme, “Illuminating Effective Governance,” resonated strongly throughout the three-day event. Conversations focused on how today’s private boards are managing succession planning, growth oversight, and digital transformation, all while maintaining strong compliance and confidentiality standards.

Throughout the three-day conference, discussions reflected a shared commitment to evolving governance in step with business complexity. Directors expressed strong interest in technology that adapts to the unique needs of private boards — particularly those managing multiple entities or operating within fast-growing organizations.

At the heart of these discussions was a shared belief: modern boards need tools that simplify governance without sacrificing rigor. That’s where Convene stood out, proving how our board management software equips private boards to lead with clarity, confidence, and security, enabling:

• Centralized access to board materials, eliminating fragmented PDFs and email threads.
• Encrypted communication and digital sign-offs, ensuring secure, compliant decision-making.
• Integrated workflows for agenda management, document control, and audit readiness, helping boards focus on oversight rather than operations.
• And, more!

PDA Chapter Leader boards and directors shared that what they value most is not just another tool—but a governance platform that reflects how private boards actually work: leaner teams, diverse structures, and long-term relationships built on trust.

Our Takeaway from PRISM 2025

PRISM 2025 reaffirmed that the future of private company governance lies in clarity, connection, and collaboration. Directors are increasingly looking for partners who understand the balance between board efficiency and security—and Convene continues to be that trusted ally.

As governance continues to evolve, Convene remains committed to equipping board leaders with the tools to collaborate securely, make informed decisions faster, and lead with confidence in an ever-changing business landscape.

Book a call with us today and discover how we can help private boards govern smarter.