The Future of Board Recruitment: Skills Over Status
The Future of Board Recruitment: Skills Over Status Shifting Paradigms in Board Recruitment The Traditional Approach to Board Recruitment Historically, board recruitment has been heavily influenced by traditional status symbols such as prestigious educational backgrounds, high-ranking executive positions, and established networks within elite circles. …
The Next Wave of NED Roles in the Social Impact Space
The Next Wave of NED Roles in the Social Impact Space Understanding the Evolving Role of NEDs in Social Impact The Traditional Role of NEDs Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) have traditionally played a crucial role in corporate governance, providing oversight, strategic guidance, and an independent perspective …
The Impact of Remote Work on Board Recruitment
The Impact of Remote Work on Board Recruitment Understanding the Shift to Remote Work Historical Context of Remote Work Remote work, often referred to as telecommuting or teleworking, has been a concept in the corporate world for several decades. Initially, it was a privilege reserved …
What 2025’s Corporate Governance Reforms Mean for NEDs
What 2025’s Corporate Governance Reforms Mean for NEDs The Evolving Landscape of Corporate Governance Historical Context of Corporate Governance Corporate governance has undergone significant transformations over the decades, shaped by economic, social, and technological changes. Initially, governance structures were relatively simple, focusing primarily on the …
How to Avoid Groupthink When Selecting NEDs
How to Avoid Groupthink When Selecting NEDs Introduction to Groupthink and Its Impact on Boards Understanding Groupthink Groupthink is a psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, where the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome. Members …
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 …
