The Role of Continuous Learning in a NED Career
Adrian Lawrence Adrian Lawrence FCA with over 25 years of experience as a finance leader and a Chartered Accountant, BSc graduate from Queen Mary College, University of London. I help my clients achieve their growth and success goals by delivering value and results in areas …
How to Showcase Your Board Potential in Interviews
How to Showcase Your Board Potential in Interviews Introduction Importance of Board Roles In today’s dynamic business environment, board roles have become increasingly significant. These positions are not only pivotal in steering organizations towards strategic success but also in ensuring robust governance and accountability. Board …
How Interim Assignments Can Lead to NED Opportunities
How Interim Assignments Can Lead to NED Opportunities Understanding the NED Landscape The Role of a Non-Executive Director Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) play a crucial role in the governance of a company. Unlike executive directors, NEDs are not involved in the day-to-day management of the organization. …
Why Boardroom Experience Isn’t Always a Prerequisite
Why Boardroom Experience Isn’t Always a Prerequisite Challenging Traditional Leadership Norms The Conventional Path to Leadership For decades, the path to leadership has been largely defined by a set of conventional criteria. These often include years of experience in the industry, a track record of …
How to Use Your Industry Network to Get on a Board
How to Use Your Industry Network to Get on a Board Understanding the Importance of Board Positions The Strategic Role of Board Members Board positions are pivotal in shaping the strategic direction of an organization. Board members are entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the …
The Non-Obvious Skills That Get You Board Roles
The Non-Obvious Skills That Get You Board Roles The Evolving Landscape of Board Roles Shifting Expectations and Responsibilities In recent years, the expectations and responsibilities of board members have undergone significant transformation. Traditionally, board roles were primarily focused on governance, compliance, and oversight. However, …
How to Identify a Board Candidate with True Strategic Vision
How to Identify a Board Candidate with True Strategic Vision The Importance of Strategic Vision in Board Leadership Defining Strategic Vision Strategic vision refers to the ability to foresee and articulate a future direction for an organization. It involves understanding the broader market landscape, …
Why SME Boards Shouldn’t Wait to Hire a NED
Why SME Boards Shouldn’t Wait to Hire a NED Understanding the Role of a Non-Executive Director (NED) Definition and Core Responsibilities A Non-Executive Director (NED) is a member of a company’s board of directors who does not engage in the day-to-day management of the …
How to Build a Board That Attracts Investors
How to Build a Board That Attracts Investors The Importance of a Strong Board for Startups Understanding the Role of a Board in a Startup A board of directors plays a crucial role in the governance and strategic direction of a startup. It serves as …
What to Expect from a Top-Tier NED Search Partner
What to Expect from a Top-Tier NED Search Partner Introduction to Executive Search and NED Roles Understanding Executive Search Executive search, often referred to as headhunting, is a specialized recruitment service used to source candidates for senior-level and executive positions within organizations. Unlike traditional recruitment, …
