Martin Skip Langlois
Independent Board Director & Chair | NACD.DC | Cybersecurity Oversight (CERT) | Audit, Risk, Investment, Development & Governance Committee | Chief Audit Executive | Doctor of Executive Leadership
- Role
- Board Member Trustee at U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association
- Location
- Columbus, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Martin Skip Langlois
Dr. Martin \"Skip\" Langlois provides the rigorous oversight and strategic foresight necessary to protect shareholder value and drive organizational resilience for complex, high-stakes enterprises. As a Board Director and Committee Chair, he leverages over 20 years of leadership in the financial services, insurance, and regulatory sectors.Dr. Langlois is defined by a \"high-challenge, high-support\" philosophy—holding management to the highest standards of accountability while providing the strategic partnership necessary for long-term success.Selected Boardroom Impact- Governance Transformation: Directed the overhaul of board charters and governance frameworks during a $1B+ merger, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced board functionality- Crisis & Succession Leadership: As Board Chair, successfully navigated a critical governance crisis by executing emergency succession protocols for three board members, maintaining enterprise stability and stakeholder trust.Strategic Value Pillars- Cybersecurity & Digital Oversight: Holding the CMU/CERT certification, he bridges the gap between technical risk and boardroom strategy, ensuring boards can effectively oversee digital transformation and cyber-resilience- Financial Stewardship & Audit: Recognized as a Top 100 Global Leader in Finance, he brings deep expertise to Audit and Investment committees, with a focus on capital allocation and ESG oversight- Enterprise Resilience: Drawing on a 12-year foundation in the U.S. Coast Guard, he brings a disciplined approach to crisis management, M&A integration, and rapid-scale operations.Dr. Langlois is an NACD Directorship Certified™ Ambassador and holds a Doctorate in Executive Leadership. He is currently focused on contributing to boards navigating digital disruption, intense regulatory scrutiny, and complex enterprise risk.
Experience
Board Member Trustee
U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association
Jan 2025 — Present · New London, CT, US
Fiduciary & Investment Stewardship: Provide strategic oversight for the Association’s endowment and operational assets; advise on investment policy and capital allocation strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of the $40M+ portfolio- Financial Governance & Internal Controls: Direct the review of annual operating budgets and institutional financial reporting, enforcing rigorous internal controls and fiscal accountability to protect donor intent and organizational reputation- Institutional Resilience & Digital Trust: Architect the integration of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks into the governance structure, prioritizing the protection of global alumni data and the mitigation of institutional risk- Advancement & Strategic Growth: Partner with executive leadership to guide capital campaigns and development initiatives, leveraging strategic foresight to drive institutional growth and sustain the U.S. Coast Guard Academy’s mission.
Education
University of South Dakota
Master of Business Administration (MBA) & Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA), Business Administration
US Coast Guard Academy
BS, Mathematics
University of Charleston
Doctor of Executive Leadership, Executive Leadership
Strayer University
BS Business Administration and Accounting, Business Administration and Accounting
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