Speaking Tech to Power: The CTO Guide to Board Presentations
summary
Map who sits on the board, their roles, personas and equity stakes, then deliver a short, impact‑focused report (pre‑read due days ahead) that uses DORA metrics for productivity and puts the forward‑looking slide first. Explain business impact of engineering work, flag changed security posture or M&A technical risk, coordinate content with the CEO, and invite strategic advice. Answer questions directly, use phrases like I don't have that answer today; I will come back with X by Y, and stop repeat interrogations to keep the meeting productive.
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chapters (11)
- 0:00Board presentations for CTOs
- 1:54Board roles and personas
- 7:36Commitment levels and equity stakes
- 10:07Researching board members
- 12:38Impactful board reports
- 17:07Clear and concise slides
- 19:17Future strategy over past results
- 21:43Board discussions and questions
- 25:21Tech to business leadership
- 28:55Key takeaways
- 30:50Q&A
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