IT executives are occasionally asked to present to the highest level of enterprise oversight, the board of directors, usually at the recommendation and invitation of the CEO. A board presentation is an excellent opportunity for the CIO to elevate his or her position in the firm by engaging board members. These presentations are oriented toward either updates or appeals for board support. CIOs should make sure that their presentations are short, focus on IT's connection to strategic business objectives, identify the factors that enable success, and above all else, avoid jargon and acronyms.