Boardroom Bound with Alexander Lowry: Recent Episodes
Alexander Lowry
Stories and strategies from brilliant business minds to help new and aspiring directors bring their best self to the boardroom
For any board operating in the 21st century, cybersecurity is a key aspect of risk management. We’re examining the needs that today’s boardroom has, as well as what the future of cybersecurity holds, as we welcome Larry Clinton to the show.
Larry Clinton literally wrote the book – books actually – on cyber risk management for corporate boards namely the Cyber Risk Handbook now available on 4 continents and in 5 languages. The Cyber Risk Handbooks were written in collaboration with organizations from around the world including the National Association of Corporate Directors, The European Conference of Directors Associations, The Japanese Federation of Businesses, and have been endorsed by the US DHS and DOJ, the German Federation Office of Information Security and the Organization of American States & others PWC has independently assessed the effectiveness of the Cyber Risk Handbooks and found that organizations that use them generate higher cybersecurity budgets, practice better risk management, have closer alignment between cybersecurity and overall organizational goals, and develop a stronger culture of security. Mr. Clinton is also the principle author of the Cyber Security Social Contract whose public policy recommendations have been endorsed by the House GOP Task Force on Cyber Security, President Obama’s Executive Order 13636 on Cybersecurity, and the recently released bipartisan Solarium Commission on Cybersecurity and National Defense. Mr. Clinton teaches a course in cybersecurity at the Wharton School, has testified before Congress on many occasions, has briefed the NATO Cyber Risk Center of Excellence in Estonia and has been featured on virtually all major media outlets from Fox News to NPR to WSJ to CBS to all the major cable outlets including MTV in India
In today’s episode, Larry shares his extensive expertise on the subject of appropriately identifying and managing cybersecurity risks. As this subject becomes more and more imperative to consider, you won’t want to miss this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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The boardroom is ever-changing, but it is imperative to remember the foundations. We’re unpacking the reality of the boardroom today as well as what is to come for the future, as we welcome Ellen Richstone to the show.
Ellen Richstone is a former Fortune 500 CFO, former CEO of a private company, current full time Board Director. Her public board experience started in 2003 and since then the companies have ranged in size from micro-cap up to S&P 500. She is also on the Board of NACD New England. She is an experienced Audit Committee Chair, with expertise also in Technology, Manufacturing, Global Business, and M&A.
In today’s episode, Ellen shares her impressive experience in serving in C-Suite and boardroom roles. She also gives advice on securing and thriving in director roles, as well as what is to come for the future of the boardroom. You won’t want to miss this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Unique perspectives are the key for organizations to innovate. In today’s episode, we discuss the evolution of diversity in the boardroom and the impact that will result, as we welcome Charlie Beasley to the show.
Charlie is a London-based consultant at the global executive search and leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder where he is a part of the Global Board practice in addition to his work advising clients across the consumer sector and with professionals focused on corporate reputation – from communications to legal, risk and regulatory. Having grown up in Australia, Charlie joined Egon Zehnder following a career as an antitrust lawyer, working in corporate affairs in the retail sector and after 5 years as the Chief of Staff at the global law firm Linklaters. Charlie is a founding member of Egon Zehnder’s LGBTQ+ and allies community ez+ and is playing a key role in driving Egon Zehnder’s efforts to increase both visible and non-visible diversity on Boards and in senior leadership positions around the world. At the heart of this is helping senior leaders “bring to life” the significant leadership strengths they bring to organizations that are linked to their diverse identity and experience.
In today’s episode, Charlie shares his experience finding the perfect board members while at Egon Zehnder. He also weighs in on how diversity and inclusion are evolving in the boardroom and the key ways that organizations are benefitting from it. You won’t want to miss this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Strong boards create strong organizations. The resources for new directors are now present and available more than ever. We examine exactly what to do and where to go on today’s episode as we welcome Alan Aldworth to the show.
Alan Aldworth was appointed as President and CEO of the Private Directors Association in January of 2021. Previously he was the founder and President of the Houston Chapter of the organization.
Alan served as the CEO of ProQuest Company, a publicly-traded technology company, and as CFO for Tribune Publishing Company. He founded the Education and New Media division of Tribune Company and led it until its sale to McGraw Hill.
He has served on over a dozen boards including public companies, private companies, venture-backed early-stage companies, and not-for-profit organizations.
Alan received an undergraduate degree in commerce and accounting from DePaul University and a master’s degree in management from Northwestern University Kellogg Graduate School of Management.
In today’s episode, Alan opens up about his experience founding a chapter of the Public Directors Association, before taking over as Chief Executive Officer of the organization. He also discusses with us how Covid-19 has impacted the availability and popularity of resources for current and aspiring directors. You won’t want to miss this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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The boardroom over the last decade has seen strides of growth in regard to the role played by board directors. A once ceremonial role has now evolved to include both a leadership aspect and a fiduciary obligation. We examine this evolution on today’s episode as we welcome Mike Useem to the show.
Michael is Professor of Management and Faculty Director of the Center for Leadership and Change Management and McNulty Leadership Program at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. His university teaching includes MBA and executive-MBA courses on management and leadership, and he offers programs on leadership and governance for managers in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. He works on leadership development with companies and organizations in the private, public and non-profit sectors. He is the author of the forthcoming, The Edge: How Ten CEOs Learned to Lead – and the Lessons for Us All (2021). Mike is co-anchor for a weekly program “Leadership in Action” on SiriusXM Radio Channel 132, Business Radio Powered by the Wharton School.
In today’s episode, we learn from Mike’s experience teaching at the Center for Leadership and Change Management at the Wharton School while he also discusses with us how the roles of board directors have evolved over the years and now carry much more significance than in years past. You won’t want to miss this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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When pursuing a board role it can be incredibly advantageous to have diversity in your background. Diversity of experience can demonstrate a handful of strengths, most notably the ability to learn, adapt and execute – three incredibly sought-after skills in today’s boardrooms. To chat about her diverse experiences and how they helped propel her into the boardroom we welcome Maryann Bruce to the Boardroom Bound Podcast!
Maryann is an experienced independent director and Former Fortune 100 Division President & CEO with expertise in strategy, sales and marketing, and product management and development. The breadth and depth of her experience come from serving in executive and board leadership positions for start-ups and firms of various sizes and organizational structures. Maryann is currently a corporate director of Amalgamated Bank (Nasdaq: AMAL) and the Chair of the Board of Wrestle Like A Girl. Previously she was an independent director of MBIA and Atlanta Life Financial Group, a mutual fund trustee of Allianz Global Investors and PNC funds, as well as a board member of NACD’s Carolinas’ Chapter and the C200 Foundation. In acknowledgment of her leadership and expertise, Maryann was honored by Directors & Boards as one of 20 accomplished female board members in Directors to Watch and US Banker named her one of “The 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking” for her business vision, personal excellence, and professional integrity.
In today’s episode, we hear from Maryann about her experiences in the boardroom as she shares valuable lessons she’s learned throughout her award winning career. You won’t want to miss this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Boardroom excellence can come in many forms and to an untrained eye may even go unnoticed. Being an excellent board director takes a lot of preparation and behind-the-scenes efforts which is often not seen by most. To speak on true boardroom excellence, we welcome an award-winning director, Graciela Monteagudo.
Graciela is an experienced independent board member at Fortune 1000 Public and Private Equity backed companies with experience in Nominating & Governance (Chair), Audit/Finance and Compensation Committees. She was recently listed in Hispanic Executive Magazine’s 2020 Best of the Boardroom and currently sits as an independent board director at WD-40 and sits as chair of the nominating and governance committee at ACCO Brands.
In today’s episode, we hear from Graciela and learn from her experiences in the boardroom. She gives us insight into what it means to be an excellent directr. You won’t want to miss this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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There are two aspects to being a great board director that individually are good but in concert can be an incredible asset to any boardroom. Great strategy is paramount to any board or company’s success, but phenomenal execution is what really can elevate leadership to another level of excellence. To discuss these ideas we welcome Shannon Gordon to the Boardroom Bound Podcast.
Shannon is CEO of theBoardlist, a curated talent marketplace that connects highly qualified women leaders with opportunities to serve on private and public company boards. She also has experience as an advisor to various companies and startups on supply chain, sales and marketing, and fundraising.
In today’s episode, we hear from Shannon and learn from her experiences surrounding strategy and execution. She shares some timeless boardroom truths and leverages her experiences leading. You won’t want to miss this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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As an up and coming board director – one of your greatest assets is knowledge and preparation. A difficult part of that preparation is identifying and understanding ongoing boardroom and corporate governance trends. That’s the topic of today’s episode, and to help us fully understand what the future of the boardroom looks like we’re welcoming Darla Stuckey to the show!
Darla Stuckey is the President and CEO of Society for Corporate Governance, a non-profit organization geared toward dealing with public disclosure under the securities laws and matters affecting corporate governance, including the structure and meetings of the board of directors and its committees, the proxy process and the annual meeting of shareholders and shareholder relations, particularly with large institutional owners.
In today’s episode, we hear from Darla about the lessons she’s learned throughout her time in corporate governance and also hear about her experiences leading the Society for Corporate Governance. You won’t want to miss out on this episode of Boardroom Bound!
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Twitter: @Society4CorpGov
Facebook: @societycorpgov
A Note from our Sponsor… Want to join a board but stymied by the process? Looking for direction while navigating your path to the boardroom? Look no further than Patina Solutions.
Join me as I host a webinar on February 9th for Patina about securing your first board seat.
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One of the greatest favors you can do for yourself on your journey to the boardroom is becoming an expert on personal branding. Learning how to effectively network and put yourself out there can be an incredible benefit when pushing to get your foot in the door of the boardroom. It can be a difficult skill to learn, but made easier with a great teacher like Alyssa Gelbard.
Alyssa is founder and CEO of Point Road Group, a global personal branding firm that helps companies make better brand impressions through their people. She helps to strengthen the virtual presence of employees so they’re more effective in their jobs.
In today’s episode, we hear from Alyssa about the lessons she’s learned about personal branding and even some stories from her time helping up and coming executives with personal branding for a board search. You won’t want to miss this episode of Boardroom Bound!
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A Note from our Sponsor… Want to join a board but stymied by the process? Looking for direction while navigating your path to the boardroom? Look no further than Patina Solutions.
Join me as I host a webinar on February 9th for Patina about securing your first board seat.
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Learn more at bit.ly/BoardSeat
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Finding your place in the boardroom can be a daunting task. Even more difficult, directing through times of adversity. Today’s episode focuses on how to excel in the boardroom under these pressures and in times when things are everything but business as usual with our guest Thomas Bakewell.
Tom is an advisor to CEO’s and Boards on strategy, growth, governance, and transformation. His specialty is advising CEOs and boards facing challenging situations, during times of transition and especially when it’s not business as usual. He has led over 100 organizations nationwide to improved governance, operations and finance. He is also the author of Claiming Your Place at the Boardroom Table: The Essential Handbook for Excellence in Governance and Effective Directorship.
In today’s episode, we hear from an expert on leading through challenging times and hear from a seasoned veteran on governance and effective directorship.
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On the Boardroom Bound Podcast we’ve constantly preached the benefits of diversity of thought, leadership, gender, age and more in the boardroom. Typically, boards look for that ‘great fit’ to join their team but it’s becoming ever more common for boardrooms to disrupt that pattern by seeking out diversity.
In today’s episode, we welcome Diane Paddison. Diane Currently serves as an independent director for the Stan Johnson Company. Diane is also the Founder of 4Word, a not-for-profit serving professional Christian women. She is also the author of Work, Love, Pray, a book aimed at providing practical mentoring for Christian women in the workplace.
Diane shares her perspective on the increase in gender diversity in the boardroom while also sharing tips, tactics and strategies she’s picked up along her own boardroom journey. You won’t want to miss out on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
It’s one thing to land a board seat, but it’s another to master your personal leadership growth while in this role. It’s imperative to take each role as an opportunity to grow as a director and to make the most out of each opportunity you’re awarded. Today’s guest teaches us just how he’s been able to accomplish this and how he intentionally seeks growth and development in his roles.
In today’s episode, we welcome Jim Crocker (@jimcrocker). Jim is a governance consultant, speaker, writer and facilitator for public, private, and not-for-profit boards in the US and Canada. He operates with a focus on governance effectiveness and board strategy and execution with expertise in healthcare, education, research and software and currently serves as Chair of Boardroom Metrics. Jim shares stories and strategies from his long career in the C-Suite and the Boardroom to help us learn how to become better leaders and make the most of our roles. You won’t want to miss out on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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One of the largest challenges for new and aspiring board directors can be understanding how to properly prepare for meetings so that you and your cohort get the most out of your limited time together. Although seemingly trivial, this is a huge part of being a great director and a skill that must be practiced and mastered through experience.
In today’s episode, we welcome Scott Baldwin to the Boardroom Bound Podcast. Scott is an entrepreneur, certified board director, and co-founder of DirectorPrep.com, an online resource hub for board directors to prepare for meetings so they can contribute, collaborate, and influence decisions. He currently serves as Vice Chair of Manitoba Arts Council, Chair of MAC’s Finance and Audit Committee and Chair of MAC’s investment sub-committee. Scott works tirelessly to help support fellow board members in their work to think ahead strategically and is a leader in this space. You won’t want to miss out on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
As you continue to probe your way through the process of landing your first board role finding mentors and hearing their stories, successes, and failures can be some of the most valuable knowledge you run into. Today’s guest takes us through her journey to the C-suite and eventually to the boardroom while also sharing her successes, failures and everything in between.
In today’s episode, we welcome Jennifer Wolfe to the Boardroom Bound Podcast. Jennifer is the CEO of Dot Brand 360, a digital agency and registrar, and has also invested in and served on the boards of technology start-ups. She also is widely recognized for being the first woman to serve as President of the Greater Cincinnati Venture Capital Association. She is one of the top global three hundred intellectual-property strategists by IAM Magazine and is a graduate of the Direct Women Institute. I’m so excited to welcome such a decorated guest and can’t wait to share this episode with you!
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The boardroom has seen such an evolution over the past 20 years alone. It’s imperative to constantly be aware of ongoing trends in corporate governance and to strategically position yourself as a director to fully benefit from these trends, which include greater amounts of inclusion, diversity and innovation.
In today’s episode, we welcome Ann Cairns, an expert on these trends. Ann boasts years of experience in the boardroom. She currently holds positions as Executive Vice Chair of Mastercard, Global Chair of the 30% Club, Board Chair of the Intercontinental Exchange and Board Chair of the Financial Alliance for Women. She also previously was a Non-Executive Director with AstraZeneca and has had years of experience as a c-suite executive. I’m so excited to welcome such an experienced director to discuss her experiences and share with you the lessons she’s learned throughout her extensive career!
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Risk assessment in the boardroom is vital to the success of a company and its board. Mishandling of risk can lead to any number of compliance and regulatory issues as well as operational issues within your organization. This is why it’s vital to recognize the signs of poor risk management and to understand the best practices behind risk mitigation.
In today’s episode, we welcome Martha Cummings to the Boardroom Bound Podcast. Martha is a global executive with a unique mix of expertise in strategy, regulatory supervision, compliance, risk management, investment banking, client development and business transformation. Martha helps shed some light on best practices behind risk management and sheds some light on key financial services performance drivers. I’m so excited to share this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Today’s 100th Episode Special features some of the top tips, tactics and strategies from our first 100 episodes. We recap some of the best conversations we’ve had with early guests like Mark Pfister, CEO and Chief Board Consultant of Pfister Strategy, Betsy Atkins, CEO of Baja Corp. and Board Member at Jamf, and Peter Gleason, CEO of the NACD.
You won’t want to miss the conversations with others like Dottie Schindlinger, Executive Director of the Diligent Institute and Co-Host of The Corporate Director Podcast for Diligent Corporation, Martha Josephson, Senior Partner at Egon Zehnder, and Julie Daum, Partner and Co-Practice Leader of the Board and CEO Practice at Spencer Stuart.
Also featured on this special edition episode are minds like Paul Smith, founder of the Future Directors Institute and author of Right Seat Right Table, Sheila Ronning, Founder of Women in the Boardroom, and Matthew Roberts, CEO of In Touch Networks and CEO of RTC Leadership and Coaching.
I’m also excited to share with you some of the brightest minds making a push for women in our boardrooms with guests like Coco Brown, Founder and CEO of The Athena Alliance and Betsy Berkhemer-Credaire, CEO of 2020 Women on Boards.
In today’s episode, we take a look back at some of the highlights of Boardroom Bound’s first 100 episodes. Enjoy this special edition episode, and here’s to 100 more!
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In the boardroom we have to ask how we establish value and assist in generating a prosperous board, but how can you lead a team of board directors through the study of corporate governance? We answer this question and discuss the five most important factors in becoming an effective board member with today’s podcast guest, Cynthia Clark.
In today’s episode, we have an amazing conversation with corporate governance speaker, author, and professor Cynthia Clark as we dive into not only how to establish yourself in a boardroom, but also the five most important aspects of board directing. Having worked at Bentley University and sitting as director of the Geneen Institute of Corporate Governance, Cynthia has decades of experience she gracefully shares with us. We thank her for sharing her knowledge appearing on today’s episode of Boardroom Bound.
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There’s not one set background required to make it in the boardroom. In fact, directors come from an incredibly diverse pool of ethnic, cultural, and career backgrounds. Today, we examine a director hailing from a military background and in what ways he leveraged his experiences.
In today’s episode, we explore the life of Michael Montelongo who began his career by attending a military academy and growing at a rapid rate, advancing through military ranks and serving the country proudly for 20 years. He quickly advanced to Harvard Business School and then served as the CFO for the Air Force for several years. Now he’s serving on over eight boards and we’re so excited for him to share his knowledge and experience with us. We dive into this and more, on today’s episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Hard work and exposure are two keys to kick starting your board journey. Today, we discuss how being readily helpful and ambitious are underrated, but incredibly effective. We discuss your potential future serving a boardroom and also how to manage crisis in a boardroom with Howard Brownstein.
In today’s episode, we dive into the world of crisis management in the boardroom and the essential factors you should consider when searching for a board career. Having served as president of Brownstein corp. for 11 years, having been with the NACD for 5 years and many other career experiences, Howard Brownstein has been able to prosper amongst and help build many boards. He talks with us today about crisis management, an essential piece to his career and more, on Boardroom Bound.
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With a primary focus on growing the percentage of women serving in the boardroom, we discuss what a truly diverse group of individuals can bring to the boardroom. Equal representation often equates to new ideas. Growing the number of women in boardrooms and continuing the push for equality in the business world is a huge aspect of Betsy Berkhemer-Crediare’s mission, and we welcome her to Boardroom Bound to discuss this and more.
In today’s episode, we talk with Betsy Berkhemer-Crediare who currently sits as CEO of Women On Boards and has made tremendous progress in the effort to diversify boardrooms around the world. We discuss how she has managed to lead a team developing a method for employing women in high ranking positions and what impacts she’s seen in today’s boardrooms on today’s episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Learning about the different factors affecting the boardroom including legal implications set forth by the SEC are essential to being a successful board member.
In today’s episode, we talk with George Washington University assistant professor and former board member Kyle Welch, who currently studies corporate governance, whistleblowing, institutional investing, and private markets. Diving deep into the law behind being on a board, following rules set forth by committees such as the SEC and others in addition to other laws that affect corporate leadership, we talk with Kyle to learn what he has through over 12 years of professional experience. We are excited to learn about these interesting and vitally aspects of corporate governance with you on today’s episode of Boardroom Bound.
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It’s not every day we’re granted the opportunity to gain insight and valuable knowledge from a former CEO and current board director on multiple Fortune 500 companies. That’s why I’m so excited to welcome today’s guest, Patrick O’Brien, to this episode of Boardroom Bound!
In today’s episode, we talk with Patrick O’Brien who provides insight from his current and former board roles such as President of North America and Europe at SC Johnson, and CEO of Paris Presents. He now serves as the chairman of Patina solutions. In our conversation, Patrick dives deep into how not only cultural backgrounds make a difference, but locational backgrounds as well. Having a diverse board is just one of the key secret ingredients to building a successful company and career, and he talks about more on today’s episode of Boardroom Bound.
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“Take risks, break barriers, and create success on your own terms,” says Shellye Archambeau, Silicon Valley pioneer and long-standing board member for multiple Fortune 500 companies. Shellye is full of experience from which she’s able to provide firsthand insights to us, aspiring board directors.
In today’s episode, we talk with Shellye, a talented individual with experience on multiple high value company boards like Verizon, Nordstrom, and Roper Tech. She’s also served as the CEO of MetricSystem for 15 years and has served numerous other board roles over her 20 year career. Shellye is constantly working to improve her trade and on today’s episode of Boardroom Bound, she shares insights and lessons from all her experiences in the boardroom.
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“Perseverance and patience are two necessary traits for individuals looking to secure a board seat”, says Christine Spadafor on today’s episode of Boardroom Bound. Christine walks us through some ideas behind diversity in the boardroom and how to fully reap the benefits of this inclusion. Christine also emphasizes best practices behind effective due diligence and the importance of research to acquaint yourself with a company before joining their board.
Christine Spadafor joins us from Spadafor Clay Group where she currently sits as CEO. She also serves as a board director on a number of other boards and also serves as a commentator for BBC News.
In today’s episode, we dive into the world of the c-suite by analyzing the true value of diversity. She also spends some time addressing due diligence as the essential, differentiating factor for yourself. We discuss these topics and more on today’s episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Technology is a key feature of modern-day business management, so it makes sense to leverage an expert in this space in a boardroom. This is what Martin Rowinski aims to do with the company he serves as CEO of, Boardsi. Working in California with recently passed laws requiring gender diversity in the boardroom, Rowinski is on the forefront of the mission to improve boardrooms ethically and effectively.
Martin has served as CEO of Boardsi, a company that aims to link executives with boards that are searching for new members, for three years. Boardsi is currently working with over 8,300 different companies, providing board executives to companies such as Aflac, Starbucks, UPS and more.
In today’s episode, Martin discusses his journey serving as the CEO of Boardsi, pushing to provide thousands of companies with skillful executives from across the world. Having served in many boardroom positions, Martin Rowinski is an excellent source of inside knowledge for boardroom tips and tricks, which is why I’m so excited to discuss with him his stories and advice.
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Putting women in the boardroom has been a challenge for employers and large companies for many years and has just recently become common place. Starting with the Fortune 1000 companies, today’s guest Malli Gero worked towards women equality and diversity in the board room. Here at Boardroom Bound we encourage and admire diversity and equality in the workplace, and through Mali’s movement we have seen an increase in these qualities within boardrooms from smaller companies all the way up to Facebook.
Malli is the co-founder of 2020 Women on Boards, an organization dedicated to promoting diversity in boardrooms. With a passion for agency and governance, she found herself across many companies and throughout many positions herself, from living in New York City to Boston and working as a PR representative. She has successfully put the first-hand experience gained throughout these positions to help lead Women on Boards from 2010-2017, where she now sits as a co-chair.
In today’s episode, Mali Gero shares her success on reaching 20% women in boardrooms and shares her plans to continue diversifying companies. Her efforts over the last decade have not gone unnoticed and I’m excited to bring all her success to you on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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On Boardroom Bound we are constantly advocating for the benefits and importance of equality in the boardroom. Diverse leaders are what make our boardrooms great as they bring new perspectives, ideas, and ways of thinking. One important thing to recognize, especially when in a position of leadership like the boardroom, is to leverage our influence for the betterment of others. Today’s guest has done a masterful job of exactly that and I’m so excited to welcome her to the Boardroom Bound Podcast.
Esther Aguilera is often recognized as a social entrepreneur and turnaround specialist, leading scale-up, innovative change, and high-performance teams. She led the growth of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) for 11 years as its President & CEO, where she spearheaded programs that transformed the life trajectory of hundreds of young Latinos across the country.
In today’s episode, Esther helps educate us about equality in the boardroom and gives us insight into her mission of empowering young Latinos around our country. I’m so excited for this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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The boardroom is constantly shifting and evolving to match the dynamic world we live in. It can be hard to keep up with current trends in the boardroom and what leaders in the space are advocating for. To help us keep up with the ever-changing board space we welcome Peter Crow to the Boardroom Bound podcast.
Peter is a company director and an international advisor on corporate governance, board effectiveness and strategy. He has served on the boards of private and high-growth companies, family firms and social enterprises; advised boards, institutions and governments; led director education courses; and spoken and written on a wide range of topics. His contributions have proved beneficial to the prosperity of enterprises around the world.
Peter has a PhD in corporate governance and strategy. He is also a chartered member of the Institute of Directors, and a member of both the International Corporate Governance Network and the Global Peter Drucker Society.
In today’s episode, Peter pulls from his years of experience in corporate governance and strategy, leveraging the lessons he’s learned throughout his extensive career in the boardroom. I’m so excited for this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Resources Mentioned this Episode * Peter Crow's Website
One thing that’s become much more prevalent in today’s board environment is the role of the executive coach. Executive coaches are individuals tailored to help you gain self-awareness, clarify goals, and achieve development objectives. Today we are joined by a leader in the executive coaching space specializing in leadership development and management training, Rita Allen.
Rita is the founder of Rita B. Allen Associates, a national career management firm specializing in executive coaching, leadership development, management training and career development. Rita is a lecturer at Boston-area universities, a sought-after speaker, author of numerous articles, blogs and book, "Personal Branding and Marketing Yourself". She holds an MS in Leadership, BSBA, is a Professional Certified Coach and Advanced Certified Personal and Executive Coach. Rita was voted one of top ten executive coaches by Boston Women’s Business Journal and serves as the President of The Boston Club.
In today’s episode, Rita draws from her experience as an executive coach and shares lessons learned and how she’s added value to the careers of top executives. I’m incredibly excited to bring you this bonus episode of Boardroom Bound.
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On Boardroom Bound we constantly advocate for gender equality in the boardroom often citing the benefits of diversity of thought and a different perspective. Not only has gender diversity become more widely accepted, but rather it’s also become a necessity for successful boardrooms. In this day and age, pale male and stale is out and diversity of race, thought, religion, and gender is in. To help us learn more about the advantages of gender equality and why we need women in the boardroom we welcome Olga V. Mack to the show.
Olga is the CEO of Parley Pro, a modern, collaborative, and intuitive contract lifecycle management platform that has pioneered online negotiation technology. She is also an award-winning general counsel, operations professional, startup advisor, public speaker, adjunct professor, and entrepreneur. Arguably her most impactful accomplishment was her founding of Women Serve on Boards movement that advocates for women to serve on corporate boards.
In today’s episode, Olga shares more about why gender equality creates a better boardroom for us all. She leverages her career experience while also discussing lessons she’s learned throughout her extensive, diverse career. I’m incredibly excited to bring you this bonus episode of Boardroom Bound.
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A phenomenal way to learn and grow as a director or prospective director is to learn from our own mistakes or the mistakes of others. In this way we’re able to analyze what went wrong, why it went wrong, and how to adapt ourselves to not make the same mistakes in the future. It can be challenging to take on such an endeavor so to help us get a jump start we welcomed boardroom expert Patrick Dunne to the show.
Patrick’s experience make him an incredible valuable guest. He’s a successful businessman and Chair, a serial social entrepreneur, an award winning author with his books on boards and an academic with a Visiting Professorship at Cranfield. He's a mathematician by background and spent his executive career in the Chemical and Private Equity industries with Air Products and 3i Group, a FTSE 100 company where he ended up on the operating committee. He's also been on the board of one of the UK's most successful Universities, served as chairman to a smart material chemicals business and through his business Boardelta supported numerous boards around the world to become more effective and resolve conflicts. His latest book "Boards" has received wide acclaim for its highly accessible and pragmatic approach.
In today’s episode, Patrick helps us analyze the most commonly made mistakes in the boardroom while also explaining ways we can avoid making the same mistakes. He also leverages his experiences to provide invaluable insight. Please join us today as we address all of these questions and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Boards - by Patrick Dunne
The board director search process can be a very complex and challenging process. Going into it with some insight and advice on best practices will drastically improve your chances of finding not only a board role, but the right board role for you. Today’s episode is predicated on exploring the intricacies of the recruiting process while also learning best practices from an expert in the field, Jakob Stengel.
Jakob is among the executive search industry’s globally leading board leadership and corporate governance experts, having been involved at the forefront of that agenda for more than 20 years.
Jakob is the Managing Partner of Case Rose, InterSearch and Global Head of Board Practice within InterSearch. In addition, he is the founder & chairman of Board Network - The Danish Professional Directors Association, and a founding partner of Board Mentors.
In today’s episode, Jakob helps to break the intimidating stigma surrounding the board director search all while giving us tips and tricks on how to effectively market yourself through the recruitment process. Please join us today as we address all of these questions and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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In July I was fortunate enough to find myself hosting the first installment of an ongoing conversation for State Street executives on how to navigate the path to becoming a Board Member.
This event was the first in a series exploring the world of Board Membership through demystifying barriers to entry, understanding networking best practices, and learning how to identify which boards are right for you.
I had the privilege of sharing the stage with these four incredible board leaders, some of whom have appeared on Boardroom Bound in the past: Maria del Carmen Garcia Nielsen, Sara Faivre, PhD, Felicity Hassan, Lauren Harrell, CPA CFA. #boardofdirectors
In today’s episode, These leaders help us understand and overcome challenges facing many young board directors. We discuss various issues and also best practices on efficiently hurdling these obstacles. I’m incredibly excited to bring you this bonus episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Episode 58: What to Expect in the International Board Space, with Maria Garcia Nielsen * Episode 69: Championing Diversity and Inclusion, with Felicity Hassan
It’s not everyday we think about the intersection of art and business. In our case specifically it’s not everyday we consider what boardroom leadership looks like when married with art history. Today we get the opportunity to hear from an expert in that field with a proven track record of success, Heidi Zuckerman.
Heidi is the Founder of HiZ.art, a multi-platform project that connects all to art through a podcast series: Conversations About Art, talks program, and more. An inspiring storyteller and trusted conversation partner, Zuckerman has invited artists, curators, collectors, athletes, actors, musicians, politicians and CEOs to explore art through threads of uncertainty, happiness, and spirituality on her podcast, Conversations About Art, of which new episodes are available every other Tuesday.
Heidi, is also a globally recognized leader in contemporary art and the former CEO and Director of the Aspen Art Museum. After re-imagining the museum as a world-class institution, she raised more than $120 Million and built a new, highly-acclaimed museum with Shigeru Ban, the 2014 Pritzker Prize winner for architecture. She has curated more than 100 exhibitions during her career and is the author of numerous books including Conversations with Artists I and II and a widely loved children’s book The Rainbow Hourwith artist Amy Adler. Heidi also served as the Chair of the YPO Art Network. She earned a BA in European History from the University of Pennsylvania and a MA in Art History from Hunter College at CUNY and a Harvard Business School Executive Education Women on Boards certification in 2018.
In today’s episode, Heidi provides exclusive insight from her years governing institutions dedicated to the preservation and celebration of art. We are given the unique opportunity to consider governance from a unique perspective while drawing conclusions about best practices from a proven exper in the field. Please join us today as we address all of these questions and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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A key piece of boardroom leadership we as board members may often neglect is our raw ability to lead. It’s important to remind ourselves of the duty we have to be excellent leaders and build committed teams who believe in the mission before us. It’s paramount we are recognized by our firms, companies, and organizations as elite leaders and as someone to be followed. To expand on these topics and more we welcome Craig Hovda to the Boardroom Bound Podcast!
Craig is a recognized expert in developing and delivering technology transformation programs with demonstrable business results. He is also a consensus building motivational leader who builds committed teams that are inspired by mission and execute with efficiency. He currently serves as a Senior Advisor at CAH Advisors where he advises C-suite executives and board members by providing insights from his experience in management consulting. He was formerly with Deloitte and previously sat on the board of Braxton Systems LTD.
In today’s episode, Craig provides insight from his variety of experiences. Whether it’s management consulting with Deloitte, serving on the board of directors of Biblica, or serving in the boardroom of Champ Homes Inc., Craig has done it all and learned an incredible amount about leading with purpose. I can’t wait to share all of this and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Healthcare boardrooms can be some of the uniquely run in the entire industry. As with all other boards, it’s paramount they have a firm grasp over their systems, strategies, and procedures else they risk the possibility of failure. In efforts to learn more about the board environments in healthcare, we welcome seasoned growth strategist and operational advisor, Jessican Bell van der Wal to the show.
Jessica has a passion for guiding and stabilizing emerging healthcare and technology companies. As a renowned “operational fixer” and “master of chaos”, Jessica has commanded all facets of brand strategy, business operations, change management, product analytics, B2C marketing, user engagement, and mult-team leadership, to place her as one of the top, sought-after thought partners for growth-stage companies within the digital health industry.
In today’s episode, Jessica provides insight surrounding her varied experiences like founding her own consulting firm, vdB Consulting, LLC, leadership with organizations like Girls on the Run and 2020 Women on Boards, and working in Africa with the Arusha Foundation which enables women with HIV to start their own businesses using microfinance loans. Please join us today as we address all of these questions surrounding the director search on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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At times, the process boards use to actively recruit and add new directors to their team can be confusing. It’s critical to understand the recruiting landscape while working to land a board seat but it can be difficult to answer these questions on our own. We’ve heard from countless experts on what to expect upon landing your first role, but today we focus more on how to get ourselves there.
In an effort to familiarize ourselves with the board director search, we welcome Nicole Sandford to the show. Nicole spent nearly 30 years at Deloitte building the Deloitte Center for Corporate Governance, working with boards and senior executives to improve the form and function of corporate governance. She then moved on to the Ellig Group Inc. where she leads searches and advisory projects for Ellig's board clients.
In today’s episode, Nicole provides valuable background and insight to the board director search industry. She speaks about her innovative methods on managing legal and regulatory compliance risk across the entire enterprise. Please join us today as we address all of these questions surrounding the director search on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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To be the best, you have to learn from the best. It’s a bold statement, but a true one. We should be actively examining the top-performing boardrooms in order to learn from these boards and translate the lessons we learn into success in our own boardrooms.
To begin examining this idea of learning from the best and how to better prepare yourself for a board role we welcome Joanna Clark to the show. Joanna is an education and professional development coordinator who is passionate about obtaining equal rights and fair training for all. She works as a Financial Times NED administrator where she supports candidates of the NED program.
In today’s episode, Joanna provides some insight as to what kind of training is worth getting and will really improve you as a director. We also examine some best practices among board directors and learn how to implement these into our own boardroom lives. I can’t wait to address these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Financial Times NED Program Brochure * Financial Times NED Program Website * #024: What is the Best Way to Land a Board Seat, with Peter Gleason
In today’s world, sustainability is at the forefront of concerns. The term “ESG” rings in the ears of many business leaders worldwide and has begun to significantly impact decision-making of all kinds. Following this trend as board directors, we should equip ourselves to see the world through this lens and govern in the boardroom in this same manner. To learn more about governing with ESG values, we welcome Paul Washington to the show.
Paul Washington is the Executive Director of the ESG Center at The Conference Board. He formerly served as Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary of Time Warner Inc. He graduated from Fordham University’s School of Law and remains a resident fellow where he has taught corporate governance for over a decade.
In today’s episode, Paul helps us unravel topics like challenges and priorities for boards amid COVID-19, director compensation, and board composition all while informing us about the implications of an ESG mindset in governance.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * The Conference Board ESG Center Reports and Surveys + Challenges and Priorities for Boards Among COVID-19 + Director Compensation + Board Composition * Back to the Drawing Board, Colin Carter and Jay Lorsch * The Fringes of Power, Downing Street Diaries 1939-1955, John Colville
Have you ever wondered if there were consistencies between many of the country’s most successful boardrooms? What best practices are seen in these boardrooms and how do we as aspiring directors pull insight to apply in our own professional lives? As you work toward your first role it’s paramount that you know the strategies and tactics of a variety of boards in order to well equip yourself for what’s ahead. To wrestle with these ideas we welcome the father, daughter pair of TK and Kerrie Kerstetter.
TK is the founder and CEO of Boardroom Resources, a Diligent Company since 2017. He is also Co-founder of Corporate Board Member, and host of “Inside America’s Boardooms”, the premier informational web show for boards and senior executives of all kinds. TK is also the former Chairman of the NYSE Governance Services and President of NYSE Board Member.
Kerrie currently serves as Director of Thought Leadership for Diligent Corporation. She also is the Director of Content Strategy for Boardroom Resources. Here she built the Boardroom Resources content program from its infancy.
In today’s special Father’s Day episode, TK and Kerrie help us dig into what commonalities exist between successful boards and how we can position ourselves to emulate these strategies. I’m so excited for today’s episode and to kick off this Father’s Day celebration right! Join me as we discuss these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Have you ever wondered if there was a best way to land a board seat? Are driven and attracted to new ideas and businesses? Are you looking to support innovative ideas and work to provide financial support for those looking to grow their businesses? If so, look no further than venture capital. To learn more about this unique path to the boardroom we welcome Henry Kaestner to the show.
Henry is a Managing Principal at Sovereign's Capital LLC and a contributor and podcaster at the FaithDrivenEntrepreneur.org. Henry is also the Co-Founder and former CEO and Chairman of the Board at Bandwidth (NASDAQ:BAND). The company's values are faith, family, work and fitness (in that order).
In today’s episode, Henry provides us with the valuable insight needed to better understand why venture capital is such a unique and open opportunity to landing a board seat. He explains to us how venture capital is a great way to kick-start a board career and helps us understand the ins and outs of running a VC board. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
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When your team succeeds, you succeed. This is the mindset we need to bring more into the boardroom to achieve a greater amount of success. To be a servant leader is to put others before yourself and serve your peers while accomplishing your bottom line. An expert on this leadership style joins the show today to pass on to us the wisdom and life lessons his mentors imparted to him and also to share some success stories he’s seen from servant leadership.
In today’s episode, August Turak provides key insights from his extensive career in governance. He helps us better understand the idea of servant leadership as it relates to the boardroom and also gives us advice for how to implement this style of leading and thinking in our everyday lives. Join us as we discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. They want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * August Turak's Bestsellers
Have you ever wondered what it means to be a holistic leader in your role? What advantages and disadvantages come from this type of leadership? Are we more productive when leading this way and how do our employees respond to this? To answer these questions and more we welcome Chelsey Brooke to the show!
In today’s episode, Chelsey provides key insights from her first-hand experience as a professional counselor and internationally respected figure helping women live a passionate and purposeful life. Although she most focuses on the empowerment of women her advice is invaluable for us all as leaders. Chelsey wants to help you discover your true path and empower you to reach your potential as an effective leader.
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. They want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * The Next Generation of Women Leaders: What you Need to Lead but Won't Learn in Business School * The Pathfinder For You
In this new age of board directors there is a lot to learn. Many adjustments in the way we lead in the boardroom are a direct result of changes we’ve seen over the past decade in different industry trends. For example, technical skill and knowledge is an incredibly sought-after skillset in today’s boardroom; where 10-20 years ago it was not as highly demanded.
Today we welcome Elliot Breuer to the podcast. Elliot founded Veracross- a Computer Software company- where he learned the importance of technical skill in the boardroom. Elliot helps distinguish what differences boards have begun to encounter and how he’s leveraged his technical background in the boardroom.
In today’s episode, Elliot provides key insights from his first-hand experience building and running Veracross. He also gives us knowledge as to why he’s found success in the boardroom and how we can find similar success. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
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Not all boards are created equal, however, all boards share some of the same necessities in order to operate effectively and achieve their mission. It can be difficult to identify these similarities, especially as a new director with little experience. To solve this problem and learn more about different boards and how they’re all (to some extent) similar we welcome Coco Brown to the show.
Coco is bringing the golf course to the cloud, enabling executive women to thrive in the business world through simulating the realms they wish to reach, and providing them with the agency to get there. Her platform today, Athena Alliance, is informed by her 27 years in the world of Silicon Valley tech, her experiences as a female entrepreneur and CEO, and her deep appreciation for human connection as the biggest catalyst to professional advancement.
In today’s episode, Coco helps us uncover what all boards need. She shares her 27 years of experience with us to share knowledge and lessons she’s learned along the way that are invaluable to us as aspiring directors. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. They want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
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In the boardroom, everyone knows the importance of differentiating yourself. How you add value is evaluated and compared to others similar to yourself. How do you set yourself apart, so you alone bring a unique perspective to any endeavor? To answer these questions and more we welcome Lissa Broome to today’s episode.
Lissa currently serves as the director of the center for banking and finance at the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill. She spends her time teaching the next generation of leaders and is here to help us learn how we can add value in new ways.
In today’s episode, Lissa helps us understand what boards want and need. She helps us discover new ways that we can add value to boards in this new age of thinking. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. They want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
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When stepping into a new role it’s important to quickly discern the best way for you to add value. In today’s fast-paced boardroom environment, making an immediate impact to set yourself apart is key. Especially for those of us who are relatively new in the boardroom, this can be a daunting task. To help us unpack the best ways to make an instant impact in the boardroom we welcome Ivy Slater to the show.
Ivy Slater is a professionally certified business coach, speaker, international best selling author, and podcast host. After owning and operating a 7-figure printing business, having been in the industry for 20 years, she started Slater Success which focuses on developing great leaders and facilitating business growth and expansion.
In today’s episode, Ivy helps us to unpack these ideas and learn where we can most effectively add value. She discusses some aspects of her training on communication and strategic planning while also leveraging her knowledge of leadership, sustainable growth, relationships, and sales. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. They want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
SAVE 10% OFF ANY ORDER WITH COUPON CODE: Boardroom10
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Her Success Story Podcast
- Episode 40, with Deborah Pine
- Episode 51, with Sheila Ronning
- From Barre to Boardroom
- 2020 Women on Boards
A diverse boardroom is a powerful boardroom. It seems today’s boardroom is obsessing over diversity and inclusion. We’ve all heard how powerful it is and how it can add value to any boardroom in different varieties, but where does this power come from? Why does diversity improve our ability to effectively function and guide businesses through our everyday economy? Today we welcome Felicity Hassan to contemplate these questions.
Felicity has built a successful career in executive search both on the agency side and in house. She started her career in London and moved to New York in 2008. Felicity is passionate about leading two business entities dedicated to putting purpose before profit, driving change by providing uncompromising solutions to both source and retain diverse talent.
In today’s episode, Felicity helps us understand how to source for diverse talent while also retaining such talent by leveraging all the benefits brought on. She helps clarify some misconceptions about diversity and inclusion and helps us to see the true benefits of all this effort. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. They want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
SAVE 10% OFF ANY ORDER WITH COUPON CODE: Boardroom10
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Audeliss
- INvolve
A technical background adds so much to a boardroom. It’s important to fully understand the value you are able to add in order to market yourself more effectively for a seat and reach your potential while in the boardroom. To learn some of the techniques and strategies around mastering this, we introduce Silvia Prickel.
Silvia is a digital technology and business executive with a proven track record of leading, managing, and delivering highly successful business solutions to achieve revenue and cost-efficiency targets. She’s proven her ability to drive execution of time to market deliverables. She’s also an innovative and collaborative thought leader with expertise in a wide variety of technical functions.
In today’s episode, Silvia helps us understand how to leverage technical knowledge in your board search. She also helps us recognize why technical skill is so valued in the boardroom. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. The want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
SAVE 10% OFF ANY ORDER WITH COUPON CODE: Boardroom10
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Boardroom Bound Episode 002, Steve Barlett
- Boardroom Bound Episode 007, Beth Francis
What does it mean to join the masterclass of board leaders? What habits and traits differentiate the good from the great? Today, we analyze what it takes to make the jump in the boardroom. We uncover how we can make subtle improvements and adjustments to take our boardroom career to the next level. To answer these questions and walk us through his experiences in and around the boardroom we welcome Ralph Ward.
Ralph is publisher of the online newsletter Boardroom INSIDER, the worldwide source for practical, first-hand advice on better boards and directors. He also edits The Corporate Board magazine, the nation's leading corporate governance journal, with corporate subscribers are directors and senior officers in the U.S. and in 27 foreign countries. He is also the author of six acclaimed books on board and governance for today’s corporate boards, the challenges they face, and the answers they need to excel.
In today’s episode, Ralph helps us see where we can improve in our boardroom careers while also offering some advice on how to begin your journey. He considers ways we can efficiently make the jump to the boardroom but also considers ways in which we can improve upon our boardroom leadership. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. The want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
SAVE 10% OFF ANY ORDER WITH COUPON CODE: Boardroom10
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Boardroom Insider
- Corporate Board Magazine
- Board Seeker Guidebook
- Boardroom Q&A
- The New Boardroom Leaders
Although diversity is one foundational principle of a successful boardroom, it takes a little more than just being diverse. Diversity is an incredible benefit when implemented correctly. A lot of board directors understand that diversity is a good thing, but it’s having a board that has in place the right ideas, strategies, and people to manage the tension created by diversity. To gain some more understanding around this idea we welcome Helga Svendsen.
Helga is a connector - ideas to strategy; strategy to action and people to each other. She revels in assisting individuals, organizations and communities to engage effectively and gain clarity on their role in making the world a better place.
She is a Board member of the Royal Women's Hospital and Accident Compensation Conciliation Service in Victoria, Australia. She is also the former Chair at the Centre for Sustainability Leadership, YWCA Victoria and Social Housing Victoria. Initially trained and practicing as a lawyer, her previous roles include Chief Executive Officer of a not for profit organization providing housing and case work support to people seeking asylum, a union leader and Facilitator at Sustainability Victoria.
Helga is also the host of the Take on Board podcast, and founder of two group programs to support women into, and in, the board room.
In today’s episode, Helga walks us through her experience with diversity and supplementing boardrooms with the appropriate tools to manage and take full advantage of their diversity. She discusses the challenges she’s faced and how she’s overcome them while encouraging us to take the same approach. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. The want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
SAVE 10% OFF ANY ORDER WITH COUPON CODE: Boardroom10
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Take on Board Podcast * Eyes Wide Open by Robyn Weatherley
Diversity is essential to the success of a boardroom. Inclusion creates the diversity of race, religion, and gender while also creating diversity of thought- the most important of the benefits created by diversifying a boardroom. To learn more about how diversity truly adds value to boardrooms we welcome Michele Ashby.
Michele is an engaged Independent Director with a collective corporate board experience of 18 years on six corporate boards. She is currently an Independent Director for McEwen Mining Inc. and MENE Inc. as well as a subject matter expert on corporate boards, a keynote speaker and an executive business consultant.
She’s also Principal & Founder of ACE LLC and committed to training 1,000 women to be board ready. Here, her focus is on educating, supporting and teaching women how to attain corporate board positions through her unique program, ACE Board Certification Training for Women.
In today’s episode, Michele walks us through her experience joining her first board, what she’s learned, and how her experiences have poised her to leave her mark in the board space through diversity and inclusion. She also reveals the secrets of diversity and why we not only want, but need a diverse boardroom. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Private Directors Association.
PDA empowers directors to lead with confidence in the boardroom. As one of the recognized authorities on leading boardroom practices, PDA helps today's directors be well prepared for tomorrow's challenges.
I’m part of the leadership team for the Boston chapter. And I’m very excited that on Wednesday, March 25th we’re providing a free virtual meeting offering board-relevant guidance to help companies confront the Coronavirus and mitigate its business impact.
Amid the fear, uncertainty, and disruption created by the Coronavirus, boards can make critical contributions to help their organizations withstand and recover from this escalating crisis. Their collective experience with past crises and the ability to take a long-term view can offer management very helpful perspectives during this time.
During this virtual meeting, we will discuss several key actions that boards should consider taking now.
I hope you’ll join us. You can sign up for this free event at PDABoston.com.
Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. The want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
SAVE 10% OFF ANY ORDER WITH COUPON CODE: Boardroom10
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Blockchain in the Boardroom - Jenniffer Wolfe * ACE LLC
Economics can be an incredibly useful discipline if put into proper practice. In the boardroom, economists can help us as board directors make informed decisions that prepare us for what may lie ahead. There are 9 essential risks facing the boardroom in the coming decade and it’s critical to be ready for them.
Today, Kathleen Camilli joins the show to help us learn more about these 9 risks facing us as board directors in this new decade. Kathleen is a former Federal Reserve-trained Wall St. economist now serving in the boardroom. Her expertise is in helping CEO’s navigate changes in the economy.
In today’s episode, Kathleen provides insights from her experience serving on two public company boards (NYSE and TSX) in the US and Canada, as well as a private cryptoasset exchange in Chicago. She leverages her experiences in these roles and provides unique insight into how she’s overcome the 9 challenges that face every board director. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound
Click here to listen now!
Today’s episode is sponsored by the Private Directors Association.
PDA empowers directors to lead with confidence in the boardroom. As one of the recognized authorities on leading boardroom practices, PDA helps today's directors be well prepared for tomorrow's challenges.
I’m part of the leadership team for the Boston chapter. And I’m very excited that on Wednesday, March 25th we’re providing a free virtual meeting offering board-relevant guidance to help companies confront the Coronavirus and mitigate its business impact.
Amid the fear, uncertainty, and disruption created by the Coronavirus, boards can make critical contributions to help their organizations withstand and recover from this escalating crisis. Their collective experience with past crises and the ability to take a long-term view can offer management very helpful perspectives during this time.
During this virtual meeting, we will discuss several key actions that boards should consider taking now.
I hope you’ll join us. You can sign up for this free event at PDABoston.com.
Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. The want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
SAVE 10% OFF ANY ORDER WITH COUPON CODE: Boardroom10
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Episode 24: What is the Best Way to Land a Board Seat, with Peter Gleason * Episode 21: The Three Biggest Mistakes in a Board Interview, with Matt Craven * National Association of Corporate Directors * Springboard Enterprises
Sometimes we find ourselves in positions we would’ve never guessed we’d end up in. That’s how today’s guest found himself in the boardroom. Although not completely planned, his journey to the boardroom is filled with lessons and hints for us as aspiring directors on how to land that first board seat.
Today, Jeb Banner joins the show to help us learn more about the process of getting to the boardroom. Jeb is the owner of a couple successful businesses including SmallBox, an organizational consulting firm helping businesses solve problems while learning new skill sets. After leaving SmallBox in 2018, Jeb joined Boardable, a board management software company, as its full time CEO.
In today’s episode, Jeb provides expertise about preparedness for different board roles. He also largely discusses the difference between different boards and the management style required for different settings. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Tools of the Trade There are tools and resources out there to help you short-circuit the boardroom search process. The trick is knowing the right ones to use.
My commitment to you is that I will always go first. I continually explore what's needed. I experiment with what works and what doesn't. The tools and resources I recommend come with a discount for my audience.
If you're trying to quickly build your board resume and want some expert help, consider JobStars USA. JobStars provides Resume Writing Services and Career Coaching for entry through executive-level professionals across virtually every industry. They’re versatile but very good (and very experienced).
They offer a 30-day period of unlimited edits with whatever package you choose. The want to ensure you're happy with the final version.
SAVE 10% OFF ANY ORDER WITH COUPON CODE: Boardroom10
In all that we do, the goal is to be truly great. To add value in multiple streams, to improve the lives of those around us, and to be excellent in every endeavor. As new and aspiring board directors, this should be our approach to the boardroom. To be a driven leader that constantly adds value while making the people around you better. What does this look like in the board setting? How can we translate these ideals and principles into the boardroom?
Today, Julie Daum joins the conversation to help us solve these issues. Julie has over two decades of experience in board services with Spencer Stuart. She’s spent her career filtering through board candidates and knows what makes a great board director.
In today’s episode, Julie provides expert insights and tips for us as aspiring board directors on how to make ourselves great. She helps us understand what traits and characteristics are most vital to board success and also gives us insights from the recruiting side of things. We discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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A board composition matrix identifies the skills, knowledge, experience and capabilities desired of a board to enable it to meet both the current and future challenges of the entity.
The creation of a board skills matrix is an opportunity for considered reflection and productive discussion on how the board of directors is constituted currently and also how it believes it should best be constituted in the future to align with the strategic objectives of the entity. The board skills matrix should always be tailored to the unique circumstances and requirements of the company concerned.
While developing your matrix, the trick is to focus on actions needed. Consider what people will do rather than what people are. This can be done by asking two questions:
- a) What are the three most important things for our board to accomplish this year? b) Do we have the right people on the board to make those happen?
Today’s episode of the board composition matrix mini-series welcomes Terri Duhon to the discussion. Terri is a 25-year veteran of financial markets and author of How the Trading Floor Really Works. She spent 10 years on the trading floors of New York and London and currently sits as Chair of the Board of Morgan Stanley Investment Management Ltd. and sits as the chair of the Risk Committee for Rathbone Brothers PLC.
In today’s episode, Terri provides expert financial market insights and tips for us as aspiring board directors. She helps us understand how she leverages her experience and how she began her journey into and throughout the boardroom. We discuss these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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A board composition matrix identifies the skills, knowledge, experience and capabilities desired by a board to enable it to meet both the current and future challenges of the entity.
The creation of a board skills matrix is an opportunity for considered reflection and productive discussion on how the board of directors is constituted currently and also how it believes it should best be constituted in the future to align with the strategic objectives of the entity. The board skills matrix should always be tailored to the unique circumstances and requirements of the company concerned.
While developing your matrix, the trick is to focus on actions needed. Consider what people will do rather than what people are. This can be done by asking two questions:
a) What are the three most important things for our board to accomplish this year? b) Do we have the right people on the board to make those happen?
Today’s installment of the board composition matrix mini-series welcomes Deborah Midanek to the discussion. Deborah has more than 30 year’s experience in the boardroom. She currently sits as chairman of 6 different board of directors. She’s the author of The Governance Revolution, a compact guide full of information that every board member needs to know!
In today’s episode, Deborah helps us identify the critical information that will help us succeed in the boardroom. She shares with us her broad business background which she leverages in all of her roles. She is most known for her activities as a corporate turnaround CEO and shares all of this knowledge with us today. We discuss these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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A board composition matrix identifies the skills, knowledge, experience and capabilities desired by a board to enable it to meet both the current and future challenges of the entity.
The creation of a board skills matrix is an opportunity for considered reflection and productive discussion on how the board of directors is constituted currently and also how it believes it should best be constituted in the future to align with the strategic objectives of the entity. The board skills matrix should always be tailored to the unique circumstances and requirements of the company concerned.
While developing your matrix, the trick is to focus on actions needed. Consider what people will do rather than what people are. This can be done by asking two questions:
a) What are the three most important things for our board to accomplish this year? b) Do we have the right people on the board to make those happen?
Our next installment of the board composition matrix mini-series welcomes Francesca Ecsery to the discussion. Francesca primarily has experience as a Non-Executive Director working for over 30 years with start-ups in the digital and retail industries. She is an expert in consumer marketing, branding, and commercial strategies which deliver growth and profits.
In today’s episode, Francesca helps us analyze the challenges faced on the board of a start-up. She discusses her roles and experiences as a Board Executive and what skillsets she’s leveraged most in her experience. She helps familiarize us with the dynamic of a start-up board, how it differs from the boards of established companies, and what skills / techniques are vital to guarantee the success of a start-up. We discuss these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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A board composition matrix identifies the skills, knowledge, experience and capabilities desired by a board to enable it to meet both the current and future challenges of the entity.
The creation of a board skills matrix is an opportunity for considered reflection and productive discussion on how the board of directors is constituted currently and also how it believes it should best be constituted in the future to align with the strategic objectives of the entity. The board skills matrix should always be tailored to the unique circumstances and requirements of the company concerned.
While developing your matrix, the trick is to focus on actions needed. Consider what people will do rather than what people are. This can be done by asking two questions:
a) What are the three most important things for our board to accomplish this year? b) Do we have the right people on the board to make those happen?
Our third episode of the board composition matrix mini-series welcomes Maria Garcia Nielsen to the discussion. Maria has extensive experience in the boardroom and was named a Global Fortune 200 Division CEO. She has a proven track record of building companies with deep domain knowledge in IT services. She also leverages her background in engineering with strategic, digital, and operational skills.
In today’s episode, Maria helps inform us of challenges faced in the international board space. She helps us identify key differences and shares with us the knowledge required to prepare for these different obstacles. She also shares about some of her experiences serving on the two private boards she’s currently with. We discuss these topics and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
A board composition matrix identifies the skills, knowledge, experience and capabilities desired of a board to enable it to meet both the current and future challenges of the entity.
The creation of a board skills matrix is an opportunity for considered reflection and productive discussion on how the board of directors is constituted currently and also how it believes it should best be constituted in the future to align with the strategic objectives of the entity. The board skills matrix should always be tailored to the unique circumstances and requirements of the company concerned.
While developing your matrix, the trick is to focus on actions needed. Consider what people will do rather than what people are. This can be done by asking two questions:
a) What are the three most important things for our board to accomplish this year? b) Do we have the right people on the board to make those happen?
Our second installment of the board composition matrix mini-series welcomes Gina Luna to the discussion. Gina has extensive experience in the boardroom and currently serves on 4 different boards (3 private 1 public) as well as serving as the CEO of Luna Strategies, LLC a consulting company that advises companies on key strategic initiatives and complex issues.
In today’s episode, Gina shares with us her knowledge of strategic planning and in what ways a strategic planning expert can seriously improve the operation of a company. She helps us consider how strategic thinking impacts a board and what you as an aspiring board director can do to begin recognizing how boards leverage strategic thinking in their operation. Join us as we discuss these ideas and more on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
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This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
A board composition matrix identifies the skills, knowledge, experience, and capabilities desired of a board to enable it to meet both the current and future challenges of the entity.
The creation of a board skills matrix is an opportunity for considered reflection and productive discussion on how the board of directors is constituted currently and also how it believes it should best be constituted in the future to align with the strategic objectives of the entity. The board skills matrix should always be tailored to the unique circumstances and requirements of the company concerned.
While developing your matrix, the trick is to focus on the actions needed. Consider what people will do rather than what people are. This can be done by asking two questions:
a) What are the three most important things for our board to accomplish this year? b) Do we have the right people on the board to make those happen?
As we begin our discussion surrounding the board composition matrix and kick-off our mini-series predicated on this idea, we welcome Kevin Rauckman to the show. Kevin is the first member of our board composition matrix mini-series and brings with him unmatched financial expertise. From his experience in global technology, financial services, and manufacturing Kevin has picked up invaluable knowledge which he shares with us today.
In today’s episode, we explore the elements that contribute to financial reporting, growth, business strategy, and operational execution. Today’s episode also addresses many of the challenges aspiring directors may face while trying to land a public company board seat. Kevin’s experience ascending the boardroom ladder helps us learn from his successes, but also the lessons he’s learned along the way.
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The current board space is in a constant state of change. Knowing what to expect and what signs to know and recognize. As an aspiring director, it can be challenging to gain this knowledge without any prior assistance.
To help equip us with the tools to be an effective board director is Martha Josephson. Martha is the founder and leader of the global Digital segment of Egon Zehnder’s Technology and Communications Practice. She advises digital media companies in Silicon Valley and has deep experience recruiting talent to develop the digital capabilities of consumer companies. She conducts both senior management and board director searches and provides board effectiveness consulting.
In today’s episode, we discuss the importance of talent recruitment specifically in board director search and how to optimize that process. Similarly, we discuss the importance of board effectiveness.
We address these ideas, and many others on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Today’s boardroom environment seems to be ever-changing and at times it may be challenging to keep up with the latest news, thought processes, or developments. Especially as an aspiring board director, it can be challenging to prepare yourself to successfully serve a role in such a dynamic area. Now more than ever, communication and governance efforts are seeing new standards set annually. It’s imperative for a boardroom’s success to own processes like financial reporting and public relations especially.
To help us make sense of these principles and dynamic environment, I found the expert on corporate governance and financial reporting, Amy Rojik. Amy boasts more than 25 years’ experience in the auditing profession, engaging with financial reporting executives, audit committees, and board members.
In today’s episode, we address the importance of reporting and how reporting standards have changed throughout the past decade. Join us as we unpack some interesting statistics:
- Majority of boards do not report on diversity, 66% saying they do not include corporate filings
- Sustainability reporting is deprioritized. 65% don’t think ESG and sustainability reports are valuable for investors.
- 48% of boards say they are actively preparing for an economic downturn.
We address these ideas, and many others on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * BDO National Assurance Board Survey
As a board member, whether currently sitting or aspiring, your goal needs to be focused on how you can add value as this ultimately is where you’ll find the best chance of landing on or contributing to a board. Especially in today’s boardrooms, strategic thinkers are sought after because they add value. No longer are board members executing as they would in the C-Suite but rather offering guidance and feedback backed by strategic thinking.
Although the answer is clear, getting there is more difficult. Where does strategic thinking begin and how are aspiring board members to begin transforming their way of thinking to leverage strategy in decision-making? How do we establish effective frameworks and approaches and what do those look like?
To answer these questions, I tracked down the expert on all things boardroom strategy, Rich Horwath. Rich is one of the top global thought leaders on strategy. His interactive Deep Dive Strategic Thinking Program is helping leadership teams not only develop their strategic thinking skills but also their strategic action/execution skills.
In today’s episode, we unpack how aspiring board directors can add value through strategic thinking and how to transition into the guiding, coaching role. We also address the idea of why strategic action and execution skills are crucial to your success in the boardroom.
We address these ideas, and many others on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Strategy Skills Website * Strategy Man Book
In this day and age, LinkedIn is as useful a tool as any. It’s vital to represent and brand yourself excellently online. Building a meaningful network while simultaneously selling yourself and how you add value should be the motivation behind your profile. However, simply having a profile is not enough.
LinkedIn has expanded over the last decade to facilitate an incredibly larger pool of users while also offering an increasingly diverse set of applications. Of the nearly 250 million monthly users, how are you to set yourself apart? Where do you start and how can you leverage all the tools and benefits that LinkedIn provides?
To answer these questions, I sought out the expert of LinkedIn profiling, John Nemo. John is an online course creator and the bestselling author of LinkedIn Riches: How to Use LinkedIn for Business, Sales & Marketing! John’s work has been featured by The Huffington Post, Business insider, and LinkedIn’s official marketing blog.
In today’s episode, we engage in how users can differentiate themselves while leveraging all that LinkedIn has to offer. Here are three of John’s top tips on what to focus on when creating your LinkedIn profile.
TIP #1: Make it clear what you do, how you add value, how you can help whoever reaches you. Use your bio and about section to do this really well.
TIP #2: Make personal connections with the individuals you come in contact with by doing research and learning about the individual!
TIP #3: Use your picture space to your advantage. For example, if you’re looking for a board seat your LinkedIn should reflect that in the header
We address these tips, an many others on this episode of Boardroom Bound.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * LinkedIn Riches * John Nemo's Website
As we transition into a new era of corporate governance, the need to bridge the gender gap is larger than ever. Today’s governance styles depend on bridging this gap, whereas, previous boardroom leadership styles neglected this striking imbalance.
As companies more intentionally recognize and correct this imbalance, they simultaneously recognize the added benefits and success that comes with diversity. Although a top priority for boardrooms now, finding supply to fill these roles is complicated. Women making the jump to the boardroom are often stuck in a difficult position of confusion and misdirection. Where can these women look to find answers? How do individuals know when they’re ready? Where do they start?
To address all this, I want to introduce you to Sheila Ronning. Sheila is founder and CEO of Women in the Boardroom – an organization helping bridge the gender gap in the boardroom. She's an expert on boardroom diversity and leadership and a trailblazer in working toward gender equality in the boardroom.
In today’s episode, we explore how women can prepare themselves for boardroom leadership. Sheila offers us insight into where to start, how to market yourself, and how to leverage your tools.
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Women in the Boardroom * Episode 30: How to Land a Board Seat and Be a Great Director * Episode 29: How to Drive Superior Results by Serving Others
As we push on into a new age of boardroom leadership, the landscape is shifting to reflect a larger need for gender equality. Today’s leadership styles thrive on diversity and suffer without proper inclusion. Previous boardroom strategies are being exchanged for more successful, diverse leadership.
It’s commonplace now to hear continuous advocacy for gender equality in the boardroom. Other than pure popularity, what other reasons support the need for gender equality? Where can we see the results and the reflected benefits of diversity? Why is there an increasing demand for women in the boardroom?
To address all this, I want to introduce you to Kiersten Barnet. Kiersten is the Global Head of Bloomberg's Gender-Equality Index which tracks the financial performance of companies leading in data transparency and excellence as it relates to women.
In today’s episode, we explore why women add value to boardroom leadership and how diversity is actually the key to success! Kiersten will help us to understand how boardroom excellence is promoted by gender equality and what sort of comparisons we can make to verify these ideas.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index * 30% Club * Book: Good Time To Be A Girl
Boardrooms are experiencing significant transformation. The older model of boardroom leadership is obsolete. The new age of governance requires diversity of thought in the boardroom; and that doesn't happen if a board is pale, male, and stale.
Boardrooms now need a different combination of skills and talents that far exceed the capabilities of a stale boardroom. There is an increasing demand for a new way of thinking.
But, where does this new insight come from? And, how are boardrooms able to take advantage of this new thought process?
To address all this, I want to introduce you to Gloria Feldt. Gloria is a nationally acclaimed expert on women, power, and authentic leadership and Glamour’s Woman of the Year.
In today’s episode, we explore how women add unique and valuable insight and why they’re essential to boardroom success. Gloria will help prepare us to understand women’s relationship with power and how they help boardrooms to achieve their leadership goals!
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Podcast: Take The Lead Women * Book: No Excuses: 9 Ways Women Can Change How We Think About Power
Boardrooms are experiencing major transformation and disruption as we transition into a world that demands greater transparency, digitalization, and social accountability. The old ways of doing business are becoming less relevant.
Directors now need different skills, a sense of purpose and capabilities that far exceed being well connected and experienced. There is an increasing demand for a new type of board member to help govern companies and organizations in the 21st century.
But, where will the next generation of directors come from? And, how do you become a non-executive board director, especially if you consider yourself an ‘outsider’?
To address all this, I want to introduce you to Paul Smith. Paul is the founder of the Future Directors Institute, an international training company dedicated to preparing next-generation leaders to lead in the boardroom.
In today’s episode, we explore the process of finding and securing a board role and how to overcome the significant challenges that stand in your way.
You'll get a practical takeaway from today; Paul calls this the 5 C's:
- Commitment -- Know your why, what, when and where you wish to serve
- Contribution -- Identify and powerfully articulate your unique contribution to the boardroom
- Credibility -- Clearly demonstrate that you'd be an asset, not a risk, to the boardroom
- Community -- It's all about who knows you and what they say about you to others
- Confidence -- You know you can take on the challenge and secure your ideal board role
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Book: Right Seat Right Table * Podcast: Boardroom Hustle * Future Directors Institute
The presence of a strong, independent and effective board is increasingly critical to the success of every organization. So appointing a non-executive director is a vitally important decision for any board.
But what's the process behind appointing a director? How does someone actually land a board seat?
To ensure they get it right, organizations are increasingly turning to executive search firms. Spencer Stuart is one of the most respected names in the industry.
For more than 30 years, they have helped clients build diverse boards with a blend of skills and experience that match the strategic direction of the organizations. For example, they've placed 1,600 directors globally over the past three years. They recruit chairmen and directors for public, private equity-backed, major private and family-owned companies, as well as startups and nonprofit organizations.
Today we invite one of their partners in the board practice onto the show: Bob DeVries.
Bob brings more than 20 years of management and strategy experience to today’s episode. And he's experienced both sides of working with Spencer Stuart -- first from being recruited from one executive role to another and then, ultimately, joining the firm as a partner in the board search practice.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * 2019 U.S. Spencer Stuart Board Index
Boardroom presence is essential to the success of a company. And also to your ability to land a board seat.
The leadership qualities of executives are built through years of experience and mentorship. Developing the qualities of a successful board executive is paramount to an individual’s success in the seat.
Today we introduce you to Nancy Sheppard. Nancy is founder and CEO of Women2Boards; a company whose mission is to propel executive women on their path to the boardroom.
Nancy joins the podcast to discuss a possible talent shortage looming for corporate boards. She also covers:
- What is causing this shortage of talent despite high demand and a low supply of board seats?
- How can aspiring board directors take advantage and fill the needs amidst this shortage?
Nancy and I address these questions in the latest episode. Click here to listen now!
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Book: Get On Board * Athena Alliance * Women2Boards * 2020 Women on Boards * Episode 30: How to Land a Board Seat And Be a Great Director
Fact: digital disruption is challenging board rooms! Digital disruption has impacted nearly every industry. Retail, transportation, and even certain parts of healthcare have been upended, as market disruptors supplant long-standing companies. Research also shows that half of the S&P 500 companies will be replaced over the next 10 years. The forecast is pretty clear: disrupt, or be disrupted.
We sat down with Dottie Schindlinger, VP of Thought Leadership for Diligent, to discuss how boards today are tackling technological unrest.
In this episode, we cover how the role of boards has changed over the past decade—and what changes we can expect to see in the future.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Episode 24: What is the Best Way to Land a Board Seat? * Book: Governance in the Digital Age * Podcast: The Corporate Director * Diligent
Serving on a Board of Directors is a milestone many executives choose to pursue, and with good reason. It’s a prestigious role and can be exciting and rewarding.
The problem is, most people seeking a Board position approach it like they would a job search. They update their resume, let their network know they’re looking, and search online.
But resumes and cover letters aren’t the go-to method when it comes to landing a Board seat. Especially since Board seats are a niche area of executive search – and a highly competitive one at that. In fact, traditional board and advisory solutions are suited only for the world’s largest public companies.
So today we're introducing you to an up-start which is changing the board search business model. In Touch provides flexible solutions that allow companies of all sizes to discover the impact experience executives, advisors, and board members can have on growing their business.
In Touch's CEO, Matthew Roberts, joins the podcast to explain how his firm helps you
- Dig into your unique selling points to understand what you can offer a board and how to contribute as a board member
- Master the art of applying for board roles and translating your talents to meet a brief
- Become an interview pro through simulations and real-time feedback on your interview technique
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Webinar: Steps to Landing Your First Board * Podcast: In Touch Talks Business
Have you ever considered becoming a board member? Not sure what it involves, or how to make it happen?
Many people think the ideal starting point for a board career is joining a nonprofit board. But this experience can vary widely -- from joining a local mom-and-pop charity to a national, well-established organization.
On this week’s show, we talk to Judith Cronin. Judith is one of the best nonprofit leaders I've ever met! And that's reflected in the quality of her board. She gives us a great insight into the dos and don'ts of building and running a high-quality nonprofit board. Especially a board at a recognizable entity like the YMCA.
Judith is an expert in nonprofit board development. We discuss how to build a strong board of directors and plan for the future. Topics include:
- Board Development
- Board Recruitment
- Board Member Responsibilities
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * YMCA of the North Shore
Lauren Davis is obsessed with empowering her clients through social media to boost sales, increase exposure, and impact their communities.
She's an entrepreneur, business owner, marketer, graphic designer, and “brand builder” who, through Lauren Davis Creative, helps people strategically leverage social media to attract the relationships they need to flourish.
She's an all-around marketing pro who shares with us her best practices for the four leading social media networks: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
Want Lauren's key strategies to using social media wisely as a personal brand?
Lauren teaches her clients the importance of creating an emotional, human connection – and making someone feel something. People remember things if they’re emotionally tied in, but be careful not to overuse this concept.
How do you actually connect on an emotional level with your audience? Use the same kind of conversation you’d have with a good friend at a coffee shop, with someone who would be your potential client. Open yourself by positioning yourself as an expert, but one who’s a human and still feels things. This reminds your audience of their own lives and the similarities between you.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Episode 28: How to Market Yourself Like No One Else Can * Photofeeler * Twitonomy
If you were transported back one or even two decades ago, can you imagine leading CEOs and Directors openly sharing their views on why gender balance in the boardroom is a strategic business imperative?
Well, Janice Ellig was thinking about this topic. Even way back then.
Now she's a champion for change. Janice is focused on gender parity on boards for better corporate governance.
She even helps hosts a biennial event honoring CEOs and companies that exceed the national average of Board seats held by women and are leading the way to parity.
Janice is an expert on boardroom placement, having been named one of the world's most influential headhunters. On today's podcast, she shares the key steps you need to take to position yourself for a board role.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Breakfast of Corporate Champions * Women's Forum of NY * Podcast: Leadership Reimagined * Episode 24: What is the Best Way to Land a Board Seat? * Episode 5: The 8 Required Skills to be a Paid Board Director
If starting today every new corporate director was a woman, it would take 40 years to achieve boardroom gender equality.
Shocking! This statistic gets Deb Pine fired up. And she's working to change this.
A combination of government mandates, shareholder activism, and advocacy efforts will likely lead to further progress towards gender balance over time.
But to rapidly increase diversity in the boardroom will take a big push. That's why Deb is a part of 2020 Women on Boards, a national campaign to increase the percentage of women on U.S. company boards to 20 percent or greater by the year 2020. Today the campaign is rapidly spreading throughout the U.S. providing education and advocacy strategies designed to encourage change.
On November 21st, all across the U.S. local WOB chapter will be hosting a conversation on diversity. Deb leads the Boston event. And I'm proud to be part of the Steering Committee.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * National Conversation on Board Diversity * Episode 35: How to Triumph in the Board-Diversity Battle
If you could think of just one board expert to give you advice, whom would it be?
Maybe someone who has been there and done it all?! Perhaps someone who has served on a variety of corporate boards, going back 30 years, including
- A variety of structures, from public and private to ESOPs
- A wide range of industries
- In 4 countries and 3 continents
- Situational from start-ups to mature companies to navigating questions of survivability
- Someone who has also worked in the public sector, from the White House to City Hall
Someone with this varied background would have seen a lot of governance situations and challenges over time. This would be so helpful since board service today is much more challenging than ever before.
Fortunately, I know someone with this exact pedigree: Tom Leppert.
I sat down with Tom during the National Association of Corporate Directors’ (NACD) Global Board Leaders’ Summit.
Summit is the largest and most important director forum in the world, where the greatest minds in governance convene to take on the largest issues facing today’s boardrooms and collectively discover the future of exemplary board leadership.
Convening nearly 2,000 corporate executives and board members, the Summit brought together the best and the brightest—cutting-edge thought leaders and industry experts—for four days of dialogue, interactive workshops, and unprecedented networking opportunities.
It was great fun recording a live episode of my podcast during Summit. We had an amazing discussion, including some great questions from the audience.
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
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This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * NACD's Summit * Episode 24: What Is The Best Way to Land a Board Seat? * Episode 31: How to Innovate in the Boardroom
Jan Molino spent 16 years in retained executive search where she specialized in advising boards around leadership assessment and succession.
She then founded Aspire Ascend -- an organization that helps executive women across the full spectrum of industries, businesses, organizations and the nonprofit arena who aim to build lasting legacies of outstanding boardroom performance.
Now Jan dispenses timeless advice to those seeking a board role. Such as, the way to your board seat is through your network, so be smart, be strategic, and be collaborative in building your network.
Since board opportunities are often privately circulated, your network is your biggest asset if you are positioning yourself for a Directorship. To drive the best results, be specific about what you are offering and asking for. Instead of waiting to be discovered, let people know you are actively seeking a Director role. Amplify your voice through existing connections. Network with purpose!
Being able to articulate your unique value proposition is the best way to “help your network help you.” Your unique value proposition includes not only the skills but also the different elements of your background and network, as well as your personal brand. Too many people overlook this last point: your personal brand is how you market yourself to the world, primarily through your digital footprint, and it should appropriately reflect your value proposition.
Jan has so much wisdom about landing a board seat. Click here to listen now!
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Aspire Ascend * Episode 29: How to Drive Superior Results by Serving Others * 2020 Women on Boards * Book: Brag! The Art of Tooting Your Own Horn Without Blowing It
Deborah Rosati is determined that others shouldn't have to experience what she did at the start of her board career.
Deborah was consistently the only female board member in the room. So she's been on a crusade the past five years to advance gender diversity in the boardroom. She's now Canada's leading advocate for getting more women on boards.
So it was only natural that Deborah named her company Women Get on Board. Deborah's firm is a leading member-based company that connects, promotes and empowers women to corporate boards.
But how do you start your journey to get board-ready so you can compete for a corporate board seat?
The first step for aspiring board members is determining your readiness for leading and serving on a corporate board. Below you'll find Deborah's 10-question cheatsheet. If you answer ‘Yes’ to the majority of the questions, then you're well on your way.
10 Questions to determine if you are already board-ready or still getting board-ready
- Do you have a minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience in a senior executive role in the public, private, crown or not‐for‐profit sectors?
- Are you prepared to commit at least 200 to 300 hours per year to a corporate board role?
- Do you have the support of your own Board of Directors and/or senior executives to serve on a board?
- Do you have a formal governance certification or designation, e.g. from the National Association of Corporate Directors?
- Have you ever served on a board, not‐for‐profit or for-profit?
- Are you a team player that understands the dynamics of boards is one of the most critical components of good governance?
- Do you fully understand the role, responsibility and liability of a corporate director?
- Do you understand the difference between a board of directors role versus a management role?
- Do you have financial acumen—can you read and understand financial statements?
- Do you have experience in critical areas in our changing world such as Risk Management, International Markets, M&A, Cyber Security, Digital Media, Big Data, etc.?
Getting yourself board-ready is a journey where you need to be realistic in your skills, experience and value you bring to a board.
If you've determined that you're interested in getting board-ready, you won't want to miss Deborah's top tips.
Click here to listen to her advice!
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Women Get on Board * Episode 33: How to be the Tallest Duck in the Pond * Episode 31: How to Land a Board Seat And be a Great Director * Episode 5: The 8 Required Skills to be a Paid Board Director
You'll know all about for-profit, aka corporate, boards. Probably about non-profit boards too.
But what do you know about advisory boards? Do you understand how those can advance your board career?
Think of an advisory board as a sounding board for an entrepreneur. Advisory boards provide expertise, guidance and business-development insight. They furnish entrepreneurs with a group of experts who can discuss opportunities, challenges and next steps.
On this week's podcast, we're talking with advisory board expert Rudi Scheiber-Kurtz. Rudi will explain how advisory boards are a niche you should focus on.
Rudi serves on multiple advisory boards. She's sought out because of her exceptional understanding of the interdependencies of critical business functions and how they relate to each other in regards to strategic finance.
Rudi specializes in finance leadership. She's written a book on the topic -- it gives CEOs a fiscal navigator to embrace operational finance more positively and experience sustainable growth with a continuous improvement and value creation approach.
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
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This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Episode 29: How to Drive Superior Results by Serving Others * Episode 9: Do NOT Join a Board to Network! * Book: Stop Compromising: The CEO's Guide to Building Value Through Smarter Finance
Retirement. The second act. Halftime. The final frontier.
Call it what you want. But it represents an opportunity. For many, they finally have time to join a board (or several).
Many retirees are eager to serve on nonprofit boards. If you ask a roomful of them to rate their experience, some would rave about the joy of giving back. Others would call it a disaster.
Joining the board of directors of a nonprofit organization is a hit-or-miss proposition. But if you do your due diligence and follow a few simple rules at the outset, you’re more likely to come away satisfied.
The nonprofit community always needs more board members. But if folks don’t approach the matching process thoughtfully, they won’t be happy with the board they join, which is a shame as there are more than enough boards that are great fits for most people. And we want to help you find a good match for your skillset and interests.
So, joining me on the show today is Jim Rullo, Investment Committee Chair of the Essex County Community Foundation. ECCF holds an annual event to educate nonprofit board members. Included as part of the conference is a matching program to connect nonprofits looking to expand their boards with aspiring board members looking to make an impact.
This is like speed dating for boards. It's the perfect way to fast track the hunt for your first board seat. And a great way to ensure your golden years are spent using the talents you honed during your career to give back and advance a worthy cause.
Are you ready to learn how you can get expert training and assistance to find a board seat? Press play and let's dive in!
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode * ECCF's annual Institute for Trustees * Episode 7: Fast-Track To Your First Board Role
Women are more than 50% of the population yet represent less than 20% of corporate board seats.
Stephanie Sonnabend wants to do something about that!
In 2010, she co-founded 2020 Women on Boards, a national campaign to increase the percentage of women on U.S. company boards to 20 percent or greater by the year 2020. Today the campaign is rapidly spreading throughout the United States providing education and advocacy strategies designed to encourage change.
She's now Chair of 2020 WoB. In this role, Stephanie serves as an inspirational speaker educating audiences about what a board does, why diversity is important, and how to advance your career and prepare for board service.
Boards today require fresh thinking and diverse perspectives. Stephanie is the change agent spurring them forward. She's passionate about making the world a better place, as you'll hear.
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
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This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * National Conversation on Board Diversity * Book: The Board Game: How Smart Women Become Corporate Directors * Episode 29: How to Drive Superior Results by Serving Others
After several years of depressing headlines on workplace ethics, it would be easy to give up on this subject.
But Pat Harned, CEO of the Ethics and Compliance Initiative (ECI), thinks there is room for some (qualified) optimism. Though there is also a lot of work left to do!
And Pat would know. She regularly advises senior leaders of global corporations on effective ways to build an ethical culture and promote integrity in organizational activities.
She also meets with the US Department of Justice and testifies before Congress. Perhaps that’s why Pat was named one of the ‘100 Most Influential People in Business Ethics’.
In today’s episode, Pat shares how culture trumps compliance and the key to reducing corporate risk. She explains how ECI empowers organizations to build and sustain high-quality ethics and compliance programs.
And Pat is particularly excited about ECI’s High Quality Program (HQP) Framework Assessment. The HQP Assessment represents a break-through in the ethics & compliance (E&C) industry. Although the need for E&C programs has been around since the late 1970’s, until ECI released the HQP Assessment there has not be a definitive way to measure program quality and maturity.
HQP was developed as a holistic approach toward continuous program improvement. HQP is the first definitive measure of E&C program quality and maturity. HQP can set a baseline for ongoing program measurement. HQP model provides a practical, structured approach to E&C program development.
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Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Ethics and Compliance Initiative
Do you get a second chance to make a first (Board) impression? No!
And that's because there are only 70,000 Board seats in the US. And since only a fraction turn over every year (~8,500 seats annually) if you get the interview, you need to drive it home!
What you need is a guide to help you make yourself marketable as a serious Board candidate. And I've got the perfect guest today to help you: Mike Lorelli.
Mike is on 5 Boards today. He's also Masters Certified by both the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) and the American College of Corporate Directors (ACCD).
On today's show, Mike talks us through
- Understanding your reasons for seeking Board work
- The right path to muscle-build your Board credentials
- Crafting your Board Bio
- Creating your Board resume
- Designing your LinkedIn profile
- Crafting your value proposition
- Developing your elevator speech
- Going to market
Mike's approach covers the critical interview questions and helps you crisply construct your answers, in a way that is natural to you.
Click here to listen now!
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * FasterLandings * Episode 24: What Is The Best Way to Land a Board Seat?
Most of us think about a possible board role in terms of how it fits into our life: what will it do for me, will I have time for it, can I give it my all and excel in it,
But Bob and Leslie Doll tackle this question very differently. They make board decisions together. They're a united front on where, when and how to invest time and resources.
On today's episode, we learn a different philosophy. One about how a board can fit into a larger framework.
Since we're all about helping you bring your best self to the boardroom, I'm eager to share a mindset shift. One that will help you say "no" to the first or even second board opportunity, and instead wait for the right position.
Click here to listen now!
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Episode 9: Do Not Join a Board to Network * Lausanne Movement * Movement.org * Lausanne Orthodox Initiative
If only there was a one-stop-shop where you could learn everything you need to know about being a board director. Oh wait, there is: NACD.
The National Association of Corporate Directors empowers new and aspiring directors to lead with confidence in the boardroom. They prepare today's directors for tomorrow's challenges.
World-class boards join NACD to elevate performance, gain foresight, and instill confidence.
And on today's episode, we speak with Erin Essenmacher, NACD's Chief Programming Officer. Erin oversees content, programming and strategy for more than 60 virtual and brick and mortar education programs for NACD’s 20,000 members.
For example, we'll learn about NACD's Global Board Leaders’ Summit. This is the largest and most influential director forum in the world, attracting more than 1,800 attendees from across the globe. The Summit is where the greatest minds in governance convene to take on the most important issues facing today’s boardrooms and collectively discover the future of exemplary board leadership.
And I'm excited to share that I'll be recording a live episode of my podcast during Summit. If you'll be in attendance at the event I hope you'll join our Monday afternoon session. I'm looking forward to meeting many of my listeners during Summit! But if you're unable to be in Washington, DC for this September event, you'll get a little taste by listening to the episode we'll record.
In the meantime, in today's episode, you'll hear how NACD is elevating board performance by providing board members with practical insights through world-class education, leading-edge research, and an ever-growing network of directors.
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Vote for the Annual Podcast Awards Voting is still open for the 14th annual People’s Choice Podcast Awards. Boardroom Bound has been nominated for the "Business" category. We're in illustrious company as past winners include NPR's Planet Money and Freakonomics.
We need your help! The top vote recipients during July proceed to the final round. We’d love to see our podcast in the finals to help raise awareness of this show.
Voting takes only 30 seconds:
- Go to www.podcastawards.com/app/signup
- Select “Boardroom Bound” under the “Business Category”
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This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Book: The Fifth Risk * Episode 24: What Is The Best Way to Land a Board Seat? * NACD's podcast: Future Fluency * NACD's Director Professionalism Course * NACD's Summit
Betsy Atkins is often asked, “How can I get on a board?”
That's because she's a corporate governance expert with an eye for making boards a competitive asset. Her board experience is vast and covers multiple industries, having served on 27 public boards and been through 13 IPOs.
And after 20+ years in the boardroom and multiple roles in public and private companies, she has a lot of knowledge to share.
She recently published a book -- Be Board Ready -- explaining how to build your own personal brand as well as how to keep yourself relevant and growing. She shares tips on how to make your personal network most effective. Betsy also covers the best ways to present your skills and credentials in order to get that board interview as well as detailed information on how to prepare for it.
But getting that board seat won’t be the end of your journey. Once you are on the board, you’ll want to be the best board member you can, helping your companies grow and prosper so you’ll be able to get that next, even better board seat.
After hearing Betsy's story, prospective board members will be energized and motivated to create their own personal brand, cultivate it to gain a board seat, be a better board member, and continue to become educated on the issues boards are facing today. And that's why I'm so excited to have her on the show today.
Click here to listen now!
Vote for the Annual Podcast Awards Voting is still open for the 14th annual People’s Choice Podcast Awards. Boardroom Bound has been nominated for the "Business" category. We're in illustrious company as past winners include NPR's Planet Money and Freakonomics.
We need your help! The top vote recipients during July proceed to the final round. We’d love to see our podcast in the finals to help raise awareness of this show.
Voting takes only 30 seconds:
- Go to www.podcastawards.com/app/signup
- Select “Boardroom Bound” under the “Business Category”
- Press “Save Nomination” at the bottom
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Get Betsy's Book: Be Board Ready * Get Betsy's Book: Behind Boardroom Doors * Betsy Atkins' Website * Episode 23: Headhunters: Do You Need One to Secure a Board Role? * Episode 17: How to Build Your Board Brand
We are all involved with leadership. From the White House to our house, leaders impact our lives. The boardroom is no different -- you're setting the tone for an entire organization.
What kind of a leader are YOU?
In today's episode, we'll unpack the power of servant leadership with Cheryl Bachelder, one of America’s top-performing CEO’s. Cheryl is also an incredibly successful board director! (So successful that she's twice been asked by her fellow board members to step into the CEO role.)
Cheryl currently serves as a Board member at Pier 1 Imports, Chick-fil-A, and US Foods.
Cheryl shares not only her path to the boardroom but also her keen insights on how to thrive there. This is intertwined with her leadership philosophy that focuses on serving others over self.
What happens when we treat people with respect and dignity in the workplace, the church, and the home? The bottom line may surprise you but the results are undeniable.
Click here to listen now!
Vote for the Annual Podcast Awards Voting is still open for the 14th annual People’s Choice Podcast Awards. Boardroom Bound has been nominated for the "Business" category. We're in illustrious company as past winners include NPR's Planet Money and Freakonomics.
We need your help! The top vote recipients during July proceed to the final round. We’d love to see our podcast in the finals to help raise awareness of this show.
Voting takes only 30 seconds:
- Go to www.podcastawards.com/app/signup
- Select “Boardroom Bound” under the “Business Category”
- Press “Save Nomination” at the bottom
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Get Cheryl's Book: Dare to Serve * Cheryl Bachelder's Website * Episode 5: The 8 Required Skills to be a Paid Board Director
Donald Miller. John Maxwell. Ray Edwards. What do these thought leader brands all have in common?
They turn to Mike Kim for a brand strategy and help with marketing their message.
And that's relevant for all of us! Because aspiring board directors need to think through their value proposition and how to share that with the market.
On today's episode, I'm delighted to have my friend Mike join us. He's a marketing wizard who specializes in personal branding.
Mike explains that one of the most common struggles you’ll face when building a personal brand (and you are your brand!) is in how to market yourself. But there's an easy solution: use your personal story.
A personal story is a carefully crafted narrative that has one purpose: to create a connection. A compelling story makes you memorable. In a sea of endless other board director candidates, that's huge.
Developing your personal story is the first step in building a profitable personal brand — and it’s the fail-safe way to marketing yourself like no one else can. It's the way to stand out as the perfect board candidate.
Click here to listen now!
Vote for the Annual Podcast Awards Voting is open for the 14th annual People’s Choice Podcast Awards. Boardroom Bound has been nominated for the Business category. We're in illustrious company as past winners include NPR's Planet Money and Freakonomics.
We need your help! The top vote recipients during July proceed to the final round. We’d love to see our podcast in the finals to help raise awareness of this show.
Voting takes only 30 seconds:
- Go to www.podcastawards.com/app/signup
- Select “Boardroom Bound” under the “Business Category”
- Press “Save Nomination” at the bottom
Let's Get Social! I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. I'm most active on LinkedIn. (And yes, I do personally post and respond to my accounts!)
This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and occasionally see a picture of my adorable toddler.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode * Mike Kim on Instagram * Brand You Podcast * Book: Building a StoryBrand
Your personal brand is essential to landing a paid board role!
But what steps should you take to build your personal brand?
On today's episode, we discuss this with Ian Moyse.
Ian is a UK-based globally renowned social & sales guru, who lives and breathes the rarified air of numerous top 100 lists. He's even recognized by LinkedIn with a Power Profile.
He brings considerable Board experience, between Eurocloud, FAST and the Cloud Industry Forum. He's currently a Non-Executive Director on Digital Leadership Associates, who were winner of the Best Social Media management consultancy in 2018.
In our conversation, Ian offers insights and knowledge around selling social & social selling, social networks, social media and engagement in general, and much much more.
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I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. Right now, I'm hooked on Instagram. And yes, I do personally post and respond on my accounts! This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and even seen a few pictures of my toddler. Connect with me on @alexander.s.lowry.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Ian Moyse on LinkedIn
- Ian Moyse on Twitter
- Episode 21: 3 Biggest Mistakes in a Board Interview
- PhotoFeeler.com
- BrandYourself.com
In the (not-so) good ‘ol days, you had to be a CEO to land a board seat.
It didn’t matter that executives slightly lower on the corporate totem pole were eminently qualified to sit on a board and provide much-needed skills.
Fortunately, in today’s fast-changing world, that old-school CEO-only model for serving on boards is extinct. Nowadays, good directors are coming from outside the traditional C-suite.
Appealing board candidates are now those who have served as president of a university, or who hold a leadership position within the federal government, or who have worked as an entrepreneur in a privately-owned company. These types of people bring richness to a board, and these types of places are good recruiting grounds for directors.
It's from this diverse background that today’s podcast guest, Julie Garland McLellan emerged. Julie’s path to the boardroom was atypical (at the time):
- Desire
- Earned qualification
- Non-profit board
- Government entity board
- Private company board
- Public company board
Since then Julie has sat on close to 20 boards. Now she teaches boardroom best practices and coaches other to land a board role.
On today’s episode, Julie shares her experience of how she joined her first board by accident and went on to build a successful and diverse portfolio of non-executive positions.
She’ll talk us through her framework about where to start:
- Skills (What)
- Values (Why)
- Behaviors (How)
I challenge you not to be inspired by today’s episode! Julie gives her top tips on how you could focus your efforts if you have boardroom aspirations of your own.
Click here to listen now!
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I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. Right now, I'm hooked on Instagram. And yes, I do personally post and respond on my accounts! This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and even seen a few pictures of my toddler. Connect with me on @alexander.s.lowry.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Director's Dilemma newsletter
- Book: The Brand You
- Book: Not-For-Profit Board Dilemmas
- Book: Dilemmas, Dilemmas: Practical Case Studies for Company Directors
- Book: Presenting to Boards
Soooo many executives aspire to be a Director. Often they envision having a portfolio of board roles after they retire from the C-suite.
But being a Director isn’t easy! The demands of the role have increased. Directors need a great understanding of the business and are expected to provide a healthy level of independent challenge to the status quo.
Consequently, Directors need to know the right questions to ask and when to ask them. That’s how they’ll add value to an organization. And that’s the type of Director companies are seeking.
On today's episode, I talk with Louis Cooper, CEO of the Non-Executive Directors‘ Association. NEDA arms new and aspiring Directors with the knowledge and performance they’ll need to add value.
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I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. Right now, I'm hooked on Instagram. And yes, I do personally post and respond on my accounts! This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and even seen a few pictures of my toddler. Connect with me on @alexander.s.lowry.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Book: NEDA's Non-Executive Directors' Handbook
- Episode 13: Why You Need a Special Resume for Boards
- Episode 11: How Board Matchmaking Works
One of the TOP questions I get asked by my followers is: what is the best way to land a board seat?
It can be overwhelming when you think about all the work you’ll need to do to build a platform for your candidacy and then network in the right way. While it may seem daunting to do, there are actually ways to shortcut the process.
And this is exactly what Peter Gleason and I discuss on today’s episode.
Pete is CEO of the National Association of Corporate Directors. NACD empowers new and aspiring directors to lead with confidence in the boardroom. They prepare today's directors for tomorrow's challenges. So Pete is perfectly placed to help you understand how to land a board seat!
Here’s a Peek Inside the Episode
- Use an education program to learn the best practices.
- Leverage that certification to bullet-proof your credentials.
- How to network using secondary connections.
- Tips on using a peer experiential learning environment to rapidly grow your knowledge.
- Understand what diversity means in the boardroom and how that’s an opportunity for your candidacy.
- Why the traditional path to the boardroom has been upended.
- How concern about overboarding provides opportunity for you.
- Understand the trends boards are currently facing.
Once you’ve listened to the episode, here’s what I hope you’ll do: take one step. Pick one of these ideas and put it to work in your board search process. I think you’ll be blown away by the results.
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I absolutely love connecting with listeners on social media. Right now, I'm hooked on Instagram. And yes, I do personally post and respond on my accounts! This is a great way to hear my latest thinking, get the inside track on new products, and even seen a few pictures of my toddler. Connect with me on @alexander.s.lowry.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Book: NACD's Practical Guide: Fundamentals for Corporate Directors
- NACD's Public Company Governance Survey
- NACD's podcast: Future Fluency
Ever wondered how a headhunter finds the people to fill jobs?
Russ Reynolds practically invented the executive search industry. Considered one of the pioneers of today's executive search profession, he's built two of the industry's most prominent search firms: Russell Reynolds Associates and RSR Partners.
On today's episode, Russ joined me in the studio to recount his most valued experiences and offers a ton of insight into the way headhunters really work. And he dispenses the myth that you must engage an executive search firm to secure a board seat -- Russ is clear that you don't find them; instead, headhunters find you (as in they find the perfect person for each specific board position.)
Russ also shares that his book, Heads, reveals the tricks of the headhunting trade, including how to write a resume, how to get noticed without being obvious.
Click here to listen now and learn how the executive search business really works.
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- Book: Heads: Business Lessons from an Executive Search Pioneer
- Episode 15: Why Private Companies Are the Smart Path to the Boardroom
How much could you share about the boardroom if you'd been in a board meeting every quarter since you were 26 years old? And what if that started 35+ years ago?
Well, that's the story of today's guest: Barry Rowan. From this huge amount of experience, he's learned that to land a board role you need alignment in three areas:
- Competency -- you must have a certain level of competency to provide a contribution
- Character -- for a board to function effectively you need trust in one another. Trust builds when people of character work together
- Chemistry -- you want a board that's constructive and thoughtful and this happens when the chemistry is right
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- Book: View From the Top: An Inside Look at How People in Power See and Shape the World
- Barry Rowan on LinkedIn
- Book: Give and Take
You've been perfecting your interview technique for years. But what if you need a different interview skillset for board positions?!
In today's episode, we're joined again by Matt Craven, an expert on career development. On previous episodes, Matt taught us about creating a board resume and developing your board brand. Today he shares how to succeed in board-level interviews.
No one gets good at anything without coaching and practice. Think of sports, hobbies, and jobs - did anyone get good at those things through osmosis or did they seek out coaching and then practice, practice, practice?! How can you be good at something you've done only a hand full of times in your life? Matt's interview coaching services provide the coaching candidates need to become an accomplished interviewer!!
In today's episode, Matt helps us think through executive-level interview technique, including
- What are the top mistakes executives make in an interview?
- What is the key to successful interviewing?
- How a candidate would answer certain questions such as “tell me about yourself!”, “if offered the position, what would be your strategy for the first 90- days?” and “do you have any questions for us?”
This episode will provide actionable insights into how you can prepare for a board interview. Click here to listen now!
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Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Free interview coaching
- Free LinkedIn or resume appraisal
- Discounted offer from Matt on a range of personal branding services
- Episode 17: How to Build Your Board Brand
- Episode 13: Why You Need a Special Resume for Boards
How would you like a front row seat for training delivered by one of the leading authorities on Board architecture?
Well, then today is your day! Meet Mark Pfister.
In today's episode, Mark is giving us a summary of his training on how to become an exceptional board director candidate. Learn the proven and effective steps to plan and implement your Board candidate strategy. Experience how these achievable and focused efforts help you convey the expertise and confidence needed for serious Board Director and Board Advisor consideration.
Mark is the author of Across the Board: The Modern Board Architecture Behind an Effective Board of Directors. He has graciously offered five free signed copies of his book to my audience. To be entered into the drawing for one of these copies, please sign up here.
Don’t wait another minute, click here to listen in to my interview with the one and only, Mark Pfister!
This episode is sponsored by Mark's free newsletter: Across the Board. This monthly Board Director, Board Advisor, C-Level, and Business Newsletter reaches 25,000+ exceptional business leaders in over 65 countries with articles focused on leadership, strategy, and governance topics. You can sign up here.
Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Connect with Mark on LinkedIn
- Guide to Becoming an Exceptional Board Director
- Episode 14: 3 Reasons Qualified Executives Aren't Getting Board Roles, with Sara Faivre
- Episode 13: Why You Need a Special Resume for Boards, with Matt Craven
- Episode 2: The Key to Board Success is Service, with Steve Bartlett
Wouldn't it be great if someone gave you a cheatsheet to understand the board landscape?
Well, today is your lucky day! In this episode, Debbie Seeger unpacks the entire board landscape.
Debbie's day job is placing accomplished executives into c-suite roles as well as board seats. And she's served on multiple boards herself. So she's a resident expert on what it takes to succeed in the boardroom.
Oh, and she's offered a downloadable guidebook to jump-start the process of helping our audience become "board ready." She gives an overview of board services and lays out a plan of action to land a board seat. Debbie de-mystifies the process so that you know how to start and can keep advancing the ball forward. Click here to listen now and start your journey!
Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Links mentioned in this episode:
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- The Board Book: An Insider's Guide for Directors and Trustees
- Preparing for Board Service: A Guidebook
- Milwaukee Women Inc
- Patina Solutions
- Patina Talks Podcast: Women on Boards
- 06: How to Get Boards to Seek You, with Jessie Saintcyr
If you're a board director, the company secretary is your best friend.
That might sound strange. But let's start by clearing up a misconception. Despite the name, the role is not clerical or secretarial. The company secretary ensures that decisions of the board of directors are implemented. But they do so much more than that too!
On today's show, we hear from Doug Chia. Doug is Executive Director of The Conference Board Governance Center. Prior to that, he was the corporate secretary for Johnson & Johnson. So he's an expert on these matters.
Doug provides context about the role of governance and the job duties of a board director. He then explains how these connect to the corporate secretary and how this person is the primary liaison for directors.
You're going to gain so much wisdom from this discussion. Click here to listen now!
Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Doug Chia
- Disney War
- Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup
- What is the Corporate Director's Job?
- 02: The Key to Board Success is Service, with Steve Bartlett
We've all heard about the importance of an elevator pitch. But how much does it really matter?
In today's episode, we're joined again by Matt Craven, a speaker on personal branding, thought-leadership, LinkedIn and career development.
Matt explains that anyone aspiring to be a board member must focus on building their personal brand. That goes beyond just the elevator pitch. Your personal brand is how the world sees you. Fortunately, you have the ability to grow, shape, and enhance the image you present.
Matt recommends you view yourself as a service provider. Concentrate on shifting your position from being a generalist to someone who speaks with authority about your industry. That will make you sought out for your expertise! In this way, you can carefully and intentionally build a platform. On that Boards will be seeking.
To provide an example of how this works, during the episode, Matts offer constructive feedback on my LinkedIn profile. And I learned tons! Apparently, I hadn't been speaking to the needs of my target audience and wasn't explaining what I could offer them. (Fortunately, my revised LinkedIn profile is much stronger after Matt's insights!)
Matt has generously offered the same complimentary LinkedIn critique to any of the Boardroom Bound tribe. You'll want to take advantage of this offer because, with the right profile, board roles will find you! Your revised profile can become the "pull" part of your board search process; this will dovetail with your "push" efforts: networking.
You're going to find some many actionable insights from this episode! Including how to make immediate changes to your LinkedIn profile. Click here to listen now!
Subscribe & Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
Liked this episode? I would be really grateful if you'd take 30 seconds to leave an honest review in iTunes. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Plus, I love to give shoutouts on the show to everyone who submits a review. Just click here to review, tap “Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Matt Craven
- Free LinkedIn or resume appraisal
- Discounted offer from Matt on a range of personal branding services
- Alexander Lowry's LinkedIn Profile
- 13: Why You Need a Special Resume for Boards, with Matt Craven
Is there a wrong reason to do Board work?
Tommy Breedlove thinks so.
On today's podcast episode, Tommy explains how he originally joined boards for the wrong reasons, especially the compensation, the notoriety, the networking. And that was indicative of his whole life approach. And what he was (seemingly) doing fabulously well in his career, his life was really falling apart.
After hitting rock bottom (err, re-positioning his focus), Tommy decided to focus on service and giving back. Now he's dedicated to pouring into others. And that includes serving on boards -- both for and nonprofit -- where he can add tremendous value.
Tommy has developed a simple life plan that keeps him pointed towards true north. And he shares the secret for how you can use this powerful methodology yourself. And this strategy will help you find the board roles that are right for you.
You're going to be able to walk away today with some simple strategies that you can incorporate into your business and professional lives immediately. These will literally change how you view the opportunities in front of you and how you can focus on those that best fit.
Click here to listen now!
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- Email Tommy -- Tommy@TommyBreedlove.com -- to get a copy of his Legendary Life Plan
- 09: Do NOT Join a Board to Network!, with Doug MacGray
Most people seeking a paid board role focus on public companies.
But they're missing a much bigger market: private for-profit companies.
There are less than 4,000 public companies on U.S. stock exchanges. But there's a multiple of that in the private space.
Many of the large private companies operate with the same rigor as their public peers. And the board compensation can be just as lucrative. But you can be spared many of the headaches and litigation risks associated with public companies.
In today's episode, we're diving into this space. Peter Herschend is the co-founder of Herscend Family Entertainment. This is a large organization with 11,000 employees. And it's run in the same best-practice vein as a public entity.
Peter shares not only the particulars of how a private company is run but the standards every company should follow when selecting board members. We hear how Peter's firm selects board members. This is great advice for anyone thinking about how to position themselves for a private company board role.
If you're an aspiring director, you're much more likely to land your first paid board seat with a private company. So let's dive into the episode and hear Peter's practical advice.
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Link mentioned in this episode:
- Herschend Family Entertainment
Would you answer the call?
We're talking about the call that leads to a board seat. You have to be willing to put yourself out there to land a board role.
Sometimes the stakes are high. Like for today's guest -- when the White House called her. Sara Favire was called by the Obama White House to serve on the board of Farmer Mac (NYSE: AGM). This was her first role and it was a huge opportunity!
Now most of us aren't going to be called to board service in this way. But this happened to Sara because she'd done all the right prep work to put herself in position to earn that board seat.
Now she's training others to do the same. As part of the 2020 Women on Boards movement, Sara is leading a pilot program for the organization. Running in Austin this year, InTouch2020 is a Board Readiness program that helps qualified executives build a network and execute on the specific steps needed to find their first corporate board seat.
This program helps participants overcome the three main reasons holding back otherwise qualified executives from landing a board seat:
- How committed you are, especially the time you'll dedicate to the task and how intentional you are about the process
- Having a plan plus a method of accountability for staying on plan. This ranges from cleaning up your brand to developing any missing skills
- Building a network of people who are board influencers and connectors, e.g. sitting board members, general counsels, CEOs, and investors with influence over board appointments
Sara talks us through the most important things for someone to do if they're serious about serving on a corporate board. You're going to want to pop in those earbuds in and listen right away.
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- 2020 Women on Boards
- InTouch2020
- Episode 011: How Board Matchmaking Works, with Heather White
- Episode 008: The World's Most Successful Board Headhunter Tells All, with Charles King
- Episode 009: Do NOT Join a Board to Network!, with Doug MacGray
Writing a board of directors resume is much the same as writing any other executive resume, right? NOT QUITE.
Some individuals expect resumes to all follow a specific, prescribed format. And that might be true for entry-level and middle management jobs.
But it's definitely not the resume version you'll use to apply for a Board role. Instead, you'll want to use a far more customized approach for writing a resume for a Board of Directors position.
Fortunately, on today's show, our guest, Matt Craven, has all the answers. He's a personal branding and career development expert. His focus is on helping aspiring and existing Directors to sell themselves more effectively and secure more Board roles.
Matt explains in great detail the methodologies he uses, including go-to-market descriptions and value proposition statements. He shares how it all starts with fixing your audience in your mind. Simply ask yourself: What will be most important to the nominating and governance committees that will be selecting and interviewing candidates to fill vacancies of the board of directors?
And after walking us through the theory of how to craft a Board resume, Matt gets really practical by showing you. Matt spends the latter part of the episode critiquing my Board resume.
Now, I felt good about my resume before the show started. But Matt founds lots of ways it could be improved.
We knew this would be helpful -- to see the before and after versions. So we're making them both available. (See the links at the bottom.) I'm much more confident about my Board resume after Matt's careful (and gentle) feedback.
Matt has generously offered to give the same complimentary resume critique to any of the Boardroom Bound tribe. You'll want to take advantage of this offer because one of the easiest ways to be passed over for a board position is by having a resume that reveals you might not yet know everything necessary to be inside the boardroom.
I think this episode is going to be really helpful to you in your journey, so take a listen and use the guidance Matt shares to ensure you put your best foot (err, resume) forward.
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- Free resume appraisal from Matt
- Discounted offer from Matt on a range of personal branding services
- My resume BEFORE feedback
- My resume AFTER feedback
Wouldn't it be easy if someone could give you the secrets from inside the boardroom? Do you ever wish there was a roadmap to becoming a paid corporate director?
Fortunately, there is! And today we're giving away those secrets.
Meet DeForest Soaries. He has an unbelievable, almost accidental path to the boardroom. But because he didn't have anyone to mentor him along the way, he's determined to make it easier for others. He has designed a course to help others learn how to navigate their own path to a board seat.
Let's be clear why this is a good story. DeForest is a pastor by training. And he wasn't searching for a board role. In fact, his first paid role was a complete surprise.
On today's episode, we hear how he joined the board of his local bank. But without realizing he'd be compensated. That fortuitous turn of events caused him to seek other boards seats.
Before long he'd landed an independent director role with one of the Federal Home Loan Banks. That, in turn, led to a network which opened up opportunities to serve on the boards of two public companies.
Yet before all this success, DeForest asked others to mentor him. But no one was willing. And it's a whole lot tougher to have to figure it all out yourself!
So DeForest has created an online course to train future corporate board members. And he's offering a special discount to our listeners.
So, are you ready to hear how DeForest positioned himself for the boardroom? And how you can too? Click here to listen now!
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Link mentioned in this episode:
- How to Become a Paid Corporate Director course. Enter "podcast" in the coupon field for 20% discount
What if I told you there's a brand new method for getting onto a board? One that will short-circuit the traditional approach.
On today's show, we're going to learn how a boardroom matchmaker has revolutionized everything we talk about on this podcast.
Heather White's consulting company brokers personal development opportunities for senior executives. Heather finds opportunities for executives to get the commercial boardroom experience necessary to land a coveted director position at a public company.
Her Boardroom Ready organization secures "board observer" positions for a year. Heather combines this hands-on commercial experience with personal branding activities to position her clients for a public company board seat.
This service is a new part of Heather's offering. She's always been a networking and personal branding expert. I've known her as my go-to-expert in this field for over a decade.
Long ago she taught me that personal branding is essential to my networking, After all, if someone doesn't get what you're all about, then they cannot help you.
Fortunately, we have Heather to share her networking expertise that has helped thousands of people build both their personal brands and their network strategically.
Are you ready to for this type of focus for your own personal brand? Head on over now!
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference, by Malcolm Gladwell
- Amy Cuddy's "Power Pose"
- Boardroom Ready
- Networking for Business Success: Quick Tips for Busy People, by Heather White
- Episode 008: The World's Most Successful Board Headhunter Tells All, with Charles King
- Episode 006: How to Get Boards to Seek You, with Jessie Saintcyr
The boardroom is changing rapidly! How can you keep up?
Expectations for corporate directors are rising. Companies are more global and connected—and board oversight is increasingly more complex. Social issues are starting to become part of strategy discussions. Meanwhile, institutional investors continue to push for board diversity. And directors recognize that every board member needs to bring something valuable to the table.
Phew. Sounds stressful! And yet these board roles are highly coveted.
If you're committed to being a successful director you need to keep pace with this frenetic change.
Public company boards play a critical role—one that requires experience and savvy. Yet for a long time, some investors and other critics have argued that boards value collegiality, consensus and the status quo over innovation and fresh thinking.
Fortunately, in today's episode, we'll hear about increasing evidence that boardrooms are evolving and showing signs of change. We're joined by Paul DeNicola, a Principal in PwC's Governance Insights Center, and someone frequently ranked by as one of the top experts in corporate governance.
Paul will share some of the biggest challenges facing board members, including
- Being "noses in and fingers out." Boards are not tasked with running a company. Directors help set strategy and they do need to understand what's happening with the business, but they must allow management to run the organization.
- Addressing ESG (environmental, social and governance) -- which is so much more than just environmental matters. It also covers social issues like a company’s labor practices, talent management, product safety and data security. It covers governance matters like board diversity, executive pay and business ethics.
If you want to be informed about the latest trends and news on corporate governance, don't miss this episode. Click here to listen now!
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- PwC’s 2018 Annual Corporate Directors Survey
- PwC's ESG report
- PwC's Governance Insights Center
Everyone knows you join a board to network, right? WRONG!
If you follow this conventional wisdom you won't actually bring your best self to the boardroom. This traditional approach dictates seeking the most high-profile opportunity available. Which probably won't lead to an organization or mission you're passionate about.
Instead, focus on finding a board seat where the organization's mission aligns with your values. That way you'll bring your best to every board interaction.
Networking will happen automatically. If you do a great job your peers will naturally share with others how invaluable you are as a director.
On today's episode, you'll hear the wisdom of Doug MacGray. Doug has served on seven different nonprofit boards. He started down this path to network for business purposes. But he did it smartly -- Doug contributed his time and talent to causes he truly believed in. That allowed him to flourish in the role. Which led to a stellar reputation.
Along the way, Doug has gained tremendous insight into what it takes to be successful as a board member. He shares all of those nuggets of wisdom with us.
So, are you ready to turn your expectations upside down about why you join a board? Press play to hear Doug's nuggets of wisdom!
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- Episode #008: The World's Most Successful Board Headhunter Tells All, with Charles King
- Episode #006: How to Get Boards to Seek You, with Jessie Saintcyr
- Episode #002: The Key to Board Success is Service, with Steve Bartlett
- How to contact Doug: dmacgray@ionadv.com; linkedin.com/in/dmacgray
- CompassIonAdvisors.com
You've heard it before right? Networking is ESSENTIAL.
It's absolutely true that the most likely route to getting a board seat is to use your network. (About half the director positions are filled this way.) I've witnessed this first hand. But a close second is to use an executive search firm.
But how does that process work? How can you become friends with the uber-influential headhunter who has a Chairman's ear?
Today, I'm introducing you to my friend Charles King. Charles isn't like most headhunters -- he doesn't primarily focus on filling executive roles and occasionally run a few board searches. No, Charles ONLY focuses on board positions. He's done it for 20+ years. He's filled over 600 director positions. And he's NEVER failed to successfully complete a search!
I can think of no one better to share the inside story with you. To explain how the boardroom has evolved. To provide clear guidance about what boards look for and how to position yourself.
In this episode, Charles explains
- What boards look for: 3 C's (competence, commitment, chemistry)
- How the demanding workload (250+ hours per year) is driving away public company executives and creating an opportunity for others
- Ways to rally your network to support your ambition to be a director
Now, let's dive in!
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- How to contact Charles: cking@zrgpartners.com
I'm going to introduce you to a short-cut to landing your first board role. A way where someone else will match you with an organization needing your specific skillset. Are you ready?!
When I joined my first board waaay back in the day, I had to do all the leg work myself -- finding a list of reputable nonprofits, deciding which were a fit with my skillset, and then networking tlll I found an opening.
But that approach is so 20th century. Fortunately, there are now organizations dedicated to matching nonprofit leaders with passionate individuals looking to make an impact.
If I could do it all over again, I would do it exactly how I'm going to outline it in today's podcast.
Joining me on the show today is Beth Francis, CEO of the Essex County Community Foundation. ECCF holds an annual event to educate nonprofit board members. Included as part of the conference is a matching program to connect nonprofits looking to expand their boards with aspiring board members looking to make an impact.
This is like speed dating for boards. It's the perfect way to fast track the hunt for your first board seat.
Are you ready to learn how you can get expert training and assistance to find a board seat? Press play and let's dive in!
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- ECCF's annual Institute for Trustees
The dream scenario is a board seat landing in your lap. Not having to hunt for it. To network for it. To hustle to find it.
The good news: That's actually possible!
On the show today we're going to hear how to make it happen. My friend, Jessie Saintcyr, has had not one, but three different board roles find her. She's never gone looking for a director position.
What's her secret???
Jessie built a staller reputation as a subject matter expert in HR solutions and workforce strategies. The result was that her reputation proceeded her. Soon organizations were chasing her because they needed her specific skillset on their board. She's become so successful, in fact, she's even launched her own company to help organizations transform themselves through their people.
After this episode, you're going to walk away with a plan to implement this approach for yourself. You'll be able to follow in Jessie's footsteps and have choices about what board to serve on.
Jessie explains that fit is crucial. So you'll want to wait for the right fit.
Are you ready for this type of focus and clarity? Head on over now!
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It helps to learn from someone who's been there, done that.
For today's show, we learn from Gordon Hall. He's served on 6 public boards over 17 years.
During his distinguished board career (he's currently the Chair of one board and lead independent director of another), Gordon's learned there are 8 timeless skills required to be a director at a public company.
Though you could say there are actually 9 skills -- because it's a requirement that any director has a basis of demonstrated and known integrity. The others all follow on from this starting point.
Here's a rundown of the 8 skills we discuss in the episode:
- Judgment
- Managing ambiguity and uncertainty
- Independent thinking
- Curiosity
- Communication
- Decisiveness
- Resilience, strength and grit
- Encourager
Click here to listen now!
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It's easy to become overwhelmed by everything you need to do to launch and grow a board career.
I know. I've been there. I've faced this challenge.
But if I didn't overcome the overwhelm I wouldn't be where I am today.
I want to give you a framework to think about next steps. So you can start to move forward on your journey.
For today's episode, I'm introducing you to my dear friend Corey McLellan. Corey is a career transition expert who helps people with discovery, development and deepening. This prepares them both personally and professionally for what lies ahead.
Corey's going to break down three steps for being successful with boards: experience, expertise, and connections. These points interconnect and reinforce one another to help you build a brilliant board brand.
We're then going to share how you can apply these steps during your career. An example approach is:
- During your 20s, try several different fields/subjects/part of business to learn your best fit(s)
- During your 30s, specialize in just a few areas
- During your 40s, hone your brand and platform to become known for an area of expertise
It's time to put yourself in the path of equity. Are you ready to achieve your board-related goals? Press play and let's dive in!
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One of the goals of this show is to lay out a simple path you can follow to advance your board career. Are you ready?
If you've started sharing with your network that you want to be a director of a for-profit company, then you've very likely received the feedback that you should start by being on a nonprofit board.
So many people think that's the best way to start a board career. But is it?
In today's episode, I'll demonstrate that this can be a very successful approach! My friend Jack Good will explain how he parlayed his nonprofit board experience into paid board seats with for-profit organizations.
Jack recently retired from a 35-year career in public relations, marketing and communications. During that time he held board roles with numerous local and regional nonprofits.
The key to this story is that Jack did what all of us need to do: excel in the opportunities we're given. Because Jack added tremendous value to each nonprofit he was involved with, his reputation grew. He became known throughout the region as a sought after board member.
I'd didn't take long before for-profit CEOs were approaching Jack to join their board. Jack has created a sterling brand and reputation which directly led to multiple offers of for-profit board positions.
The best part is that this is a plan anyone can follow. Jack offers great advice on how to execute this strategy.
Are you ready to learn an easily replicable model and how to apply it to your own board career? Press play and let's dive in.
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In this episode, I interview Steve Bartlett for lessons learned from his 25 years of serving as an independent director on 5 different public boards. Steve reveals that the key to success on a board is a mindset of service.
Below are a few highlights from the episode. Enjoy!
3:30 - A board role is not a job, it's a calling. You're there to create value.
6:38 - Finding a board seat isn't a job application. You're not applying to be part of management.
10:35 - You can't press it, push it, or go around handing out your resume. You can steer the conversation and let it be known you're seeking a board role. But don't press it because if people think you're too eager they'll be suspicious of your motives.
12:52 - To obtain a board role, show a sense of purpose while being clear about the unique value and assets you'd bring.
14:52 - To help a nonprofit, identify what that organization is trying to accomplish and how you'll measure it. If you don't measure results you won't have any.
17:37 - Boards don't give orders, they ask questions. Board members need to ask the right questions and guide management along the right purpose. You'll scare management if you tell them how to manage the organization. You need to switch to strategic guidance.
19:10 - A board role actually means a service opportunity. You're in public service.
There's almost too much great content in this episode. Click here to listen now!
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Welcome to the very first episode of my new podcast Boardroom Bound.
For the next few episodes, I'll spend a lot of time covering positioning and what that means for you in building your personal brand. Because your brand is essential to obtaining Board roles!
In this episode, we hear from Rick Sweeney. Rick has 25 years experience as an award-winning brand strategist, including leading marketing and communications for Cornell's MBA program.
Rick will explain the three laws of personal branding:
- Know your value to your organization
- Manage up, down and sideways
- Cultivate your image integrity
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Welcome to the intro episode of Boardroom Bound!
This show is designed to help you build a board career of influence and impact. Find out what makes Board members great and how to apply those lessons to your career. Listen in as we share inspiring stories and strategies from the most brilliant business minds.
On this intro episode, you'll learn a little bit about our host, Alexander Lowry, as well as what you can expect on future episodes of the show.
If you're an aspiring board member or already a director wanting to learn how to bring your best self into the boardroom, Boardroom Bound is about to become your new favorite podcast!
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