Dealing With a Strong CEO
Seven DO’s and DON’Ts from our Directors’ Circle There are many issues a non-executive may encounter in the boardroom, and the real challenge in planning our Directors’ Circle events is […]
News and Views
Our latest news and resources
Are You Board Ready?
Many consider a non-executive position to be something you take on after a successful career. We disagree! Increasingly, modern leaders combine executive and non-executive roles throughout their careers. Whilst the […]
Board Meetings - What's Involved?
Confidence is key to success in life and in the boardroom. If you have never attended a board meeting before, this article aims to demystify the experience. Board meetings come […]
The Role of the Chair
The role of the Chair is critical to the successful functioning of a board. It is a complex, multi-faceted role where emotional intelligence is as important as intellect and breadth of […]
Governance Basics
All boards are tasked with the governance of their organisation, which broadly involves strategy, scrutiny and compliance. Here we bring together some useful resources surrounding compliance and the different codes, structures […]
Strengthening the Board's Moral Compass
Five key factors to reduce the potential for ‘board failure’ The board’s conscience and commitment to do the right thing is a key approach to reducing board failures and scandals. […]
Boardroom Briefing Archive 2022
Produced by Martin Webster, Partner at law firm Pinsent Masons and editor of the IOD publication The Director’s Handbook, these monthly briefings keep you up to date on the latest governance news […]
What Does a Non-Executive Director do?
A legal perspective. By Tanya Shillingford, Partner at Goodman Derrick LLP However, the steps that executive and non-executive directors are expected to take so they can discharge their duties will […]
Recognising Your Skills for a Sports Board
Here we share reflections from three women with experience in the Welsh sports board sector who joined our members at our virtual event in February 2022. Having a sporting career […]
Raising the Bar: The Opportunity to Influence Ethical Standards as a Non-Exec
Our co-founder Rowena Ironside shares her personal perspective on boardroom ethics and what you can do as a non-executive director to make change happen. Women on Boards UK was founded […]
The Director's Dilemma - Philippa's Dilemma
Welcome to The Director’s Dilemma. These case studies, created by Julie Garland McLellan, are based on real events together with three sample solutions from governance practitioners. The Dilemma | Frank’s […]
The Director's Dilemma - Faizan's Dilemma
Welcome to The Director’s Dilemma. These case studies, created by Julie Garland McLellan, are based on real events together with three sample solutions from governance practitioners. Faizan is an early […]