ON BOARD FOR SUCCESS: Javid Hamid
Javid Hamid Partner at KPMG and trustee of Tara Theatre 2023 A serendipitous interaction during a WB Directors session several years ago steered Javid Hamid towards a board career trajectory […]
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A Short Guide to Insurance for Board Members and Executives
From WTW The role of board members and executives is evolving rapidly, driven by multifaceted challenges and heightened expectations. The drive to meet short-term objectives must be balanced with an […]
Getting heard in meetings
Meetings are key forums for making your influence felt and establishing yourself as a leader (potential or current). Yet women and people of other underrepresented groups often struggle to be […]
Boardroom Briefing: November 2023
A brief monthly update on corporate governance and related areas from Pinsent Masons This month’s briefing includes news on the FRC’s annual review of corporate reporting, consultations on diversity and […]
A risky relationship
Key elements to the Chair of the Risk Committee and the Chief Risk Officer working together effectively. We were delighted to partner with BDO LLP to hold a discussion on […]
Boardroom Briefing: October 2023
A brief monthly update on corporate governance and related areas from Pinsent Masons This month’s briefing includes news on plans to update the FCA’s climate-related disclosure rules applicable to listed […]
Expanding your influence on net zero
Four ways to reduce emissions in your value-chain Companies engaged in meeting key sustainability targets should already have in place measures to reduce the carbon they produce directly. The ‘scope […]
ON BOARD FOR SUCCESS: Kat Shenton
Kat Shenton Non-Executive Director and Investment Committee Chair at Applerigg Limited; Board member at CCLA Investment Management COIF Charity Funds; Investment Committee Member at Nest – National Savings Trust 2023 […]
Embrace a portfolio career
Could you make the move? ‘Going portfolio’ is an appealing option for many as part of their overall career path. Whilst professionals at all levels can opt to balance a […]
ON BOARD FOR SUCCESS: Bringing lived experience into your boardroom - a view from Bushra Ahmed
Bushra Ahmed Founder West Croydon Voice; trustee of Lloyds Bank Foundation, 50:50 Parliament and HomeStart UK Best known for founding the campaign group West Croydon Voice, community activity Bushra Ahmed, […]
How to ensure your strategy has 'implementation muscle'
When is a strategy considered successful? Imagine having paid to visit an art gallery and you are greeted by a few rooms full of well-below standard works. Accompanying each of […]
Boardroom Briefing: August 2023
A brief monthly update on corporate governance and related areas from Pinsent Masons The month’s briefing includes newly updated performance review documents from the Chartered Governance Institute; Investment Association guidance […]