In today’s boardrooms, technical expertise is no longer enough. The most effective directors bring self-awareness, curiosity, and emotional intelligence to every conversation.

Curiosity is a powerful leadership capability. It helps directors challenge assumptions, navigate complex discussions, build trust around the table, and make better governance decisions.

This three-part interactive series explores how curiosity strengthens emotional intelligence and equips governance professionals with practical tools to improve boardroom dynamics, relationships, and outcomes.

Participants will learn how to:

• Develop greater self-awareness and recognize emotional patterns that influence decision-making
• Build psychological safety and stronger board relationships through curious listening and empathy
• Apply curiosity to lead with confidence and courage in complex governance conversations

Each short session combines reflection, discussion, and practical tools that can be immediately applied in the boardroom. 

Session 1: Strengthening Self-Awareness in the Boardroom
June 9, 2026. 12-1:30pm EDT

Effective governance begins with understanding how we show up and with Curiosity of Self.

This session explores how emotional intelligence and curiosity help directors recognize their behavioural patterns, manage reactions, and make more intentional decisions.

Participants will learn how emotions influence behaviour and performance, and how greater self-awareness can strengthen boardroom presence, judgment, and leadership.

Session 2: Building Trust and Psychological Safety
Sept. 15, 2026. 12-1:30pm EDT

High-performing boards are built on trust, openness, and respectful challenge, and with Curiosity of Others.

In this session, participants explore how curiosity and empathy help directors better understand perspectives around the table and create psychological safety that encourages productive dialogue and stronger governance.

Participants will gain practical tools to enhance listening, empathy, and communication with fellow directors and stakeholders.

Leading with Confidence and Courage
Nov. 17, 2026. 12-1:30pm EDT

Curiosity transforms uncertainty into opportunity.

This session focuses on applying curiosity in real governance situations—helping directors ask better questions, navigate difficult conversations, and approach complex decisions with confidence and courage.

Participants will leave with practical strategies to bring curiosity, emotional intelligence, and courageous leadership into their boardroom practice.

Facilitator: Liana Bagworth

Registration Fee:

Enroll in all 3 or sessions for a discounted rate, or 1-2 sessions as a stand-alone offering.  

Pricing: all 3 sessions:

• GPC & WGOB Members: $399.00 +Tax
• Non-Members: $499.00 +Tax

Individual sessions:

• GPC & WGOB Members: $150 + Tax per session
• Non-Members: $195  + Tax per Session  
  

"Leadership & Curiosity in the Boardroom" is part of the Leadership Knowledge Bucket. This program is suitable for all levels of governance professionals, but we recommend levels 4 and above. Want to learn more about your governance level and the GPC Knowledge Buckets? Take our GP Career Advancement and Benchmarking Tool exclusive to GPC!

4 GECs are available for this course.