Bill Hayes
Bill Hayes is the editor in chief of Private Company Director.
2026 Private Company Boards of the Year Governance Highlights
Check out the qualifications of our 2026 PBOY honorees.
Spotlight on PCGS 2026: Venita Fields
The director of Field Fastener on how boards can ensure that they are built for the future of the company.
Spotlight on PCGS 2026: Sharon Birkman
The second-generation owner and chair of Birkman on balancing engaged oversight and micromanagement.
Spotlight on PCGS 2026: Teri Quimby
The director of Marketocracy Masters on the common pitfalls companies confront when they launch their first board.
Spotlight on PCGS 2026: Todd Schurz
The fifth-generation owner and senior advisor of Schurz Communications on the best places to find directors with the skills your company needs for the future.
Spotlight on PCGS 2026: Andrew Wexler
The CEO of Herschend on maintaining the CEO succession pipeline in a private or family company.
Spotlight on PCGS 2026: Nancy Bruns
The seventh-generation owner and chair of Dickinson Family Holdings Company on effective strategic involvement from the board.
2026 Private Company Boards of the Year Awards
Seven private company boards have been honored with Private Company Boards of the Year awards for their business governance excellence by MLR Media.
Spotlight on PCGS 2026: Ganesh Iyer
The president and CEO of Etnyre International on the relationship between board and management.
Spotlight on PCGS 2026: Julie Gilbert
The director of Telestream on vital steps a director can take to land the board seat they want.