What risks are keeping boards up at night?
Reed Smith is proud to collaborate with WTW as the legal partner for the 2026 Global Directors and Officers Survey, an annual study tracking the evolving risks facing boardrooms around the world.
Over the years, this survey has provided critical insights into the challenges confronting directors, officers, and risk managers – from health and safety concerns to cybersecurity threats to emerging regulatory pressures. The findings have helped shape board-level risk thinking and inform strategic decision-making at the highest levels of organizations globally.
Key insights from past surveys
Last year's survey revealed that health and safety remained the top board-level concern globally, followed closely by data loss and cyberattacks. As the risk landscape continues to shift, the 2026 survey will explore what new challenges are emerging and how boards are preparing to address them.
Share your perspective
We are now gathering responses for the 2026 survey and invite board members, directors, officers, and risk managers to share their perspectives. The survey takes just 10–15 minutes to complete, and your input will directly shape a high-impact report that helps boards navigate today's most pressing risks.
We are seeking individual responses rather than a corporate response. We encourage you to share the survey with relevant colleagues within your organization to ensure leadership perspectives are represented. Multiple responses from the same company are welcome. All responses are strictly confidential.
About the partnership
Reed Smith's Insurance Recovery Group brings deep experience advising boards and leadership teams on risk management and insurance matters. Partnering with WTW, a global leader in risk advisory and insurance solutions, this collaboration combines legal insight with data-driven analysis to deliver actionable intelligence for boardrooms worldwide.
Questions?
For more information about the survey, please contact Peter Hardy.