Even an experienced CEO who works closely with the Board can find himself or herself without access to the right people when a change needs to occur. In our director search practice, we have placed new Directors for Fortune 500 corporations, newly public companies and venture capital firms' portfolio companies. Working with the CEO and current board, we deliver an assessment of the organization's strengths and possible challenges. Through our particular tactical and strategic expertise, we recommend the correct board balance necessary for company growth. We then move quickly to place the candidates who will deliver on the shareholder's and the corporation's goals. Every board candidate presented has the right blend of experience, commitment, knowledge, vision and, most importantly, character. This selection will make a significant near-term and long-term impact on performance, growth and future success. Global Associates, LLC gains access to successful candidates through its broad network, direct research and a proprietary database of experienced professionals. Our database contains current detailed information on candidates' board availability, while also noting their particular strengths, weaknesses and possible conflicts. These resources together form a proven and invaluable methodology for selecting prospective board members who possess the exact blend of skills and experience necessary for the client's organization. Global Associates takes pride in its leadership position in placing women business executives, as well as high profile government and academic leaders, onto public and private boards. Our managing director, Charlene Miller, has been a member of the Committee of 200 for 17 years, an organization of leading businesswomen that leverages the success, power and influence of women in the global economy. Women leaders from every major corporation where women have broken through the glass ceiling are members of this highly respected organization.