This episode explores:Is the CIO as a boardroom level executive a reality now, or is this mostly a goal? (1:07)Should every CIO aspire to be on a board of directors? (3:48)How to get the first job as a board member. (8:24)What skills, experience and certifications are needed. (10:42)What are the first steps CIOs need to take to start off in the right direction? (19:20)In this podcast, host Gabriela Vogel and distinguished VP analyst and Gartner Fellow in Gartner’s Executive Leadership Research Group, Tina Nunno, discuss how CIOs can make their way onto the board of directors.Serving on an external, supervisory board of directors is an excellent way for seasoned senior leaders with a track record to further their careers. As Gabriela and Tina discuss, the first board appointment is difficult to get, but CIOs can improve their prospects by following five crucial measures.