Corporate Board Member, a wholly owned subsidiary of NYSE Euronext (NYX), has named John McGonegal as Vice President & Director of Board Services. McGonegal will be responsible for heading the Board Education Program and other board service offerings.
Prior to joining Corporate Board Member, McGonegal was Managing Principal, Financial Markets and Securities for Verizon Business. Mr. McGonegal is a seasoned senior executive with over 20 years Wall Street experience at a U.S equities and futures Exchange having served as Vice President, Equity Derivatives at NYSE Liffe US and Senior Vice President, Equities at the American Stock Exchange. At the start of his career, McGonegal worked for over a decade as a broker dealer in the capital markets sector.
“Through John’s experience, he has first-hand knowledge of the business and regulatory challenges facing boards today, “stated TK Kerstetter, President of Corporate Board Member. “We are excited to add John to our team as we feel his expertise will enhance our ability to provide the director constituency with premium educational offerings on corporate governance issues.”
“The boardroom is more transparent than ever which puts a spotlight on the experience and qualifications of corporate directors, “said McGonegal. “Corporate Board Member has its finger on the pulse of the rapidly-changing governance landscape. I am excited to lead the Board Education Program which provides directors with flexible options to proactively stay abreast of strategic and corporate governance issues.”
Launched in May 2011, the Board Education Program provides corporate secretaries, general counsel, and board leadership with critical updates and high-caliber content offered through a variety of live and online events. For more information on the program, visit https://www.boardmember.com/education.aspx.