Navigating Maternity Leave in the Boardroom
With more women taking on leadership roles, it’s important to understand what options are available for mothers who need to take time off for the birth or adoption of a […]
News and Views
Our latest news and resources
How to Manage a NED Portfolio
Are you new to a portfolio career or considering taking on multiple NED roles and wondering how to juggle them successfully? Every Director’s portfolio is unique – bringing its own […]
Member Discounts and Recommendations
Many of our members undertake formal qualifications in governance and board work. Here, we share some from partner organisations who have good quality offerings at different levels. Whilst we are […]
Boardroom Briefing: January 2024
A brief monthly update on corporate governance and related areas from Pinsent Masons This month’s briefing includes news on the FRC’s announcing supervisory focus for 2024/25, the FRC Lab’s insights […]
Securing a Board Position - 5 Simple Steps
Finding a board appointment that suits your interests, skills and geography takes patience, determination and effort. We’re here to help. Our focus is to encourage, inspire and actively support women […]
Staying authentic as you progress your career
As we move through our career, we can lose sight of our purpose and personal style, finding our determination and confidence can waver. It’s important to reflect on our values, […]
Boardroom Briefing: December 2023
A brief monthly update on corporate governance and related areas from Pinsent Masons This month’s briefing includes news on the FRC’s policy statement on proposals to amend the UK Corporate […]
Being a NED: what's it really like?
Insights from With businesses facing challenges across various sectors, Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) have an increasingly demanding role. But how is the role changing? MM&K’s biennial survey, ‘Life In The Boardroom‘, […]
Tips for our members, from our members.
Are you considering taking on a non-executive role in 2024 or are you already on a board looking to improve your skills and performance? Throughout 2023, some of our members […]
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 […]
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 […]