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Boardroom Briefing: April 2024

A brief monthly update on corporate governance and related areas from Pinsent Masons This month’s briefing includes responses to the government’s call for evidence on the non-financial reporting framework and […]

Meet the Headhunters

We know the non-executive recruiters who are keen to meet you! Join our regular ‘Meet the Headhunter’ sessions to connect with specialist recruitment partners in the non-exec board space. Open […]

Ofgem Announces Partnership with WB Directors

We are delighted that Ofgem, the energy regulator for Great Britain, will be partnering with us to deliver information and services to their staff about community and charity board roles […]

Applying for a NED or Trustee Role

Non-executive director roles often attract a lot of applications; paid roles, in particular, are very competitive. So rule number one: DON’T simply send a copy of your executive CV and […]

Boardroom Briefing: March 2024

A brief monthly update on corporate governance and related areas from Pinsent Masons This month’s briefing includes news on the FRC’s review of reporting by large private companies, the Investment […]

Writing Your LinkedIn Profile to Secure a NED Role

LinkedIn plays a key role in recruitment of all types today. Most recruiters will cross-reference your application with your LinkedIn profile. Having an up-to-date accurate profile is now a ‘must’. […]

How to Join a Hospitality Board

The hospitality industry includes some of the most well-known consumer brands and has faced significant changes in recent years. Boards play a crucial role in steering the direction of their […]

Key Learnings from The Parker Review

With the latest EY Parker Review report highlighting the progress made in ethnic diversity, it is clear that companies are taking steps towards creating more diverse workforces. However, the report […]

ON BOARD FOR SUCCESS: Ruth Ashaye

Ruth Ashaye, 2023 Bursary Participant When Ruth applied for our 2023 Bursary Programme, her goal was to secure her first board role and make a difference within her local community. […]

The Insider's Guide to Being a Young Trustee

Maya Ophelia, Content Marketing Manager at WB Directors, shares her insights and tips on being a young trustee. Joining a board in my twenties with no senior leadership experience was […]