He also thought it would be an interesting challenge that would broaden his experience and networks. His current business, Dryden Corporation, was in good shape and didn't require much of his time. However, he did not continue to speak to Sam, John, or anyone else on the board due to time constraints. I think this is where Jack failed in his due diligence. Although he asked for a description of the council committees and found significant information, he should have asked more questions of Sam and John. New candidates being considered for the board should also ensure that no conflicts of interest exist. There is a light one since Dryden Corporation is a competitor of Mega Corporation. However, the board discussed it and decided it won't be a problem