Private Directors Association - Governance Documents

ONE PDA is: Member-centric, united as one, for the betterment of all members and in pursuit of achieving our Association’s vision and mission.


As the authority for private company governance, PDA shapes standards embraced by owners, investors, boards, and regulators of private businesses, enhancing the brand of PDA.

We provide successful outreach to private company stakeholders and advisors about the value and benefits of membership.


PDA is the leading community creating value for private company stakeholders, emphasizing diversity in board talent recruitment and retention.

Our community fosters collaboration, bringing together private companies, board members, aspiring board members, sponsors, and alliances sharing insights on growth through learning and governance.


PDA equips stakeholders with knowledge and tools to excel in board roles and build high-performing boards that uniquely add value.

We provide best-in-class private company board education—from board formation to ongoing governance best practices, and certificate programs—for private company leaders and current and aspiring board members.


Through creating "one PDA", with a diversified structure, digitally-integrated community, and financial sustainability and responsibility by developing and sharing best practices across all organizations within the PDA enterprise, we provide an organizational structure that supports the interests and needs of private company boards.


PDA 3-Year Strategic Plan

PDA Bylaws of the Corporation (7/18/24)

PDA 2023 Form 990


Whistle Blower Policy

Board Member Roles & Responsibilities

PDA Conflict of Interest Policy & Certification Conflict of Interest Policy


PDA Annual Report FY 2024

Private Directors Association NFP