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Our Final Boardroom Briefing of the year is now available.
Produced with insights from the experts at Pinsent Masons, it offers a clear, practical overview of the latest corporate governance news.
Members can read the latest edition here >>
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Produced with insights from the experts at Pinsent Masons, it offers a clear, practical overview of the latest corporate governance news.
Members can read the latest edition here >>
zurl.co/60AwV
December 23, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Our Final Boardroom Briefing of the year is now available.
Produced with insights from the experts at Pinsent Masons, it offers a clear, practical overview of the latest corporate governance news.
Members can read the latest edition here >>
zurl.co/60AwV
Produced with insights from the experts at Pinsent Masons, it offers a clear, practical overview of the latest corporate governance news.
Members can read the latest edition here >>
zurl.co/60AwV
🎧 Looking to kickstart your board career and need some inspiration?
Monica Chadha, experienced NED, Board Advisor & creative industry leader, shares how curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to take risks have shaped her journey.
🎧 Listen here: zurl.co/zNLJM
Monica Chadha, experienced NED, Board Advisor & creative industry leader, shares how curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to take risks have shaped her journey.
🎧 Listen here: zurl.co/zNLJM
December 20, 2025 at 5:01 PM
🎧 Looking to kickstart your board career and need some inspiration?
Monica Chadha, experienced NED, Board Advisor & creative industry leader, shares how curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to take risks have shaped her journey.
🎧 Listen here: zurl.co/zNLJM
Monica Chadha, experienced NED, Board Advisor & creative industry leader, shares how curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to take risks have shaped her journey.
🎧 Listen here: zurl.co/zNLJM
🎉Congratulations to our member, Hasintha Gunawickrema, on joining the Countess of Chester Hospital as Chair of the Finance and Performance Committee!
Learn more about our impact here: zurl.co/Ouj19
Learn more about our impact here: zurl.co/Ouj19
December 19, 2025 at 10:48 AM
🎉Congratulations to our member, Hasintha Gunawickrema, on joining the Countess of Chester Hospital as Chair of the Finance and Performance Committee!
Learn more about our impact here: zurl.co/Ouj19
Learn more about our impact here: zurl.co/Ouj19
How can curiosity help you find the board role that’s truly right for you?
Timi Oni reflects on how curiosity has guided her professional journey from shaping bold career choices to discovering purpose in her first board role.
🎧 Listen now: zurl.co/1G1PB
Timi Oni reflects on how curiosity has guided her professional journey from shaping bold career choices to discovering purpose in her first board role.
🎧 Listen now: zurl.co/1G1PB
December 18, 2025 at 10:58 AM
How can curiosity help you find the board role that’s truly right for you?
Timi Oni reflects on how curiosity has guided her professional journey from shaping bold career choices to discovering purpose in her first board role.
🎧 Listen now: zurl.co/1G1PB
Timi Oni reflects on how curiosity has guided her professional journey from shaping bold career choices to discovering purpose in her first board role.
🎧 Listen now: zurl.co/1G1PB
Looking for tips on getting into the boardroom?
Our members share their top tips for succeeding in the boardroom > zurl.co/A7oNz
#WomenOnBoards #CareerGoals #ThrivingTogether #CareerAdvice
Our members share their top tips for succeeding in the boardroom > zurl.co/A7oNz
#WomenOnBoards #CareerGoals #ThrivingTogether #CareerAdvice
December 17, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Looking for tips on getting into the boardroom?
Our members share their top tips for succeeding in the boardroom > zurl.co/A7oNz
#WomenOnBoards #CareerGoals #ThrivingTogether #CareerAdvice
Our members share their top tips for succeeding in the boardroom > zurl.co/A7oNz
#WomenOnBoards #CareerGoals #ThrivingTogether #CareerAdvice
Are you an effective board member?
We delve into what it means to be an effective NED as well as the key areas influencing board performance > zurl.co/1Y5Qc
Not a member yet? Join our network today to access our resources and support: zurl.co/6vkf0
We delve into what it means to be an effective NED as well as the key areas influencing board performance > zurl.co/1Y5Qc
Not a member yet? Join our network today to access our resources and support: zurl.co/6vkf0
December 16, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Are you an effective board member?
We delve into what it means to be an effective NED as well as the key areas influencing board performance > zurl.co/1Y5Qc
Not a member yet? Join our network today to access our resources and support: zurl.co/6vkf0
We delve into what it means to be an effective NED as well as the key areas influencing board performance > zurl.co/1Y5Qc
Not a member yet? Join our network today to access our resources and support: zurl.co/6vkf0
With 2025 coming to a close, we're celebrating what our community has built, both this year and over the 13 years since our launch.
As we prepare to join forces with Nurole in 2026, we've been looking back on the impact we've made. Read about our impact: zurl.co/CMX77
As we prepare to join forces with Nurole in 2026, we've been looking back on the impact we've made. Read about our impact: zurl.co/CMX77
December 15, 2025 at 10:49 AM
With 2025 coming to a close, we're celebrating what our community has built, both this year and over the 13 years since our launch.
As we prepare to join forces with Nurole in 2026, we've been looking back on the impact we've made. Read about our impact: zurl.co/CMX77
As we prepare to join forces with Nurole in 2026, we've been looking back on the impact we've made. Read about our impact: zurl.co/CMX77
How do you stay up to date on the latest issues affecting the boardroom?
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings from Pinsent Masons keep you updated on the latest corporate governance news.
Members, read the latest edition here >> zurl.co/4vTLI
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings from Pinsent Masons keep you updated on the latest corporate governance news.
Members, read the latest edition here >> zurl.co/4vTLI
December 14, 2025 at 10:53 AM
How do you stay up to date on the latest issues affecting the boardroom?
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings from Pinsent Masons keep you updated on the latest corporate governance news.
Members, read the latest edition here >> zurl.co/4vTLI
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings from Pinsent Masons keep you updated on the latest corporate governance news.
Members, read the latest edition here >> zurl.co/4vTLI
Now's a great time for trustees to reflect on their board structure.
Listen to strengthen your approach to charity governance > zurl.co/6p2l0
This content is for our members, so if you're not part of our community, join us now > zurl.co/mXt8t
Listen to strengthen your approach to charity governance > zurl.co/6p2l0
This content is for our members, so if you're not part of our community, join us now > zurl.co/mXt8t
December 13, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Now's a great time for trustees to reflect on their board structure.
Listen to strengthen your approach to charity governance > zurl.co/6p2l0
This content is for our members, so if you're not part of our community, join us now > zurl.co/mXt8t
Listen to strengthen your approach to charity governance > zurl.co/6p2l0
This content is for our members, so if you're not part of our community, join us now > zurl.co/mXt8t
⛔Stop trying to overcome 'impostor syndrome'!
What if the problem isn't you, but the label itself?
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What if the problem isn't you, but the label itself?
zurl.co/ZQy89
December 12, 2025 at 10:42 AM
⛔Stop trying to overcome 'impostor syndrome'!
What if the problem isn't you, but the label itself?
zurl.co/ZQy89
What if the problem isn't you, but the label itself?
zurl.co/ZQy89
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’ - get the basics sorted > zurl.co/Q9TKU
Writing Your LinkedIn Profile to Secure a NED Role
LinkedIn plays a key role in recruitment and having an up-to-date accurate profile is now a ‘must’. This article covers the all basics.
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December 11, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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’ - get the basics sorted > zurl.co/Q9TKU
❓ Uncertainty is the new normal and today's leaders must be ready.
In this piece, we explore five essential skills every leader needs to thrive not in spite of uncertainty, but because of it.
Read here: zurl.co/duAjI
In this piece, we explore five essential skills every leader needs to thrive not in spite of uncertainty, but because of it.
Read here: zurl.co/duAjI
December 10, 2025 at 10:40 AM
❓ Uncertainty is the new normal and today's leaders must be ready.
In this piece, we explore five essential skills every leader needs to thrive not in spite of uncertainty, but because of it.
Read here: zurl.co/duAjI
In this piece, we explore five essential skills every leader needs to thrive not in spite of uncertainty, but because of it.
Read here: zurl.co/duAjI
If you want to land a position on a board, you’ll need to craft a compelling cover letter. We share our top tips for what your cover letter needs to do and how to get it board-ready > zurl.co/LhZf4
#WomenOnBoards #CoverLetter #CVWriting
#WomenOnBoards #CoverLetter #CVWriting
December 9, 2025 at 10:39 AM
If you want to land a position on a board, you’ll need to craft a compelling cover letter. We share our top tips for what your cover letter needs to do and how to get it board-ready > zurl.co/LhZf4
#WomenOnBoards #CoverLetter #CVWriting
#WomenOnBoards #CoverLetter #CVWriting
What skills do boards need?
NEDs were traditionally accountants & lawyers, but modern boards require a broader range of skills.
Mai Fenton & Kirsten Achtelstetter, NEDs with marketing & tech backgrounds, share their experiences securing NED roles: zurl.co/kaP2y
NEDs were traditionally accountants & lawyers, but modern boards require a broader range of skills.
Mai Fenton & Kirsten Achtelstetter, NEDs with marketing & tech backgrounds, share their experiences securing NED roles: zurl.co/kaP2y
December 8, 2025 at 11:31 AM
What skills do boards need?
NEDs were traditionally accountants & lawyers, but modern boards require a broader range of skills.
Mai Fenton & Kirsten Achtelstetter, NEDs with marketing & tech backgrounds, share their experiences securing NED roles: zurl.co/kaP2y
NEDs were traditionally accountants & lawyers, but modern boards require a broader range of skills.
Mai Fenton & Kirsten Achtelstetter, NEDs with marketing & tech backgrounds, share their experiences securing NED roles: zurl.co/kaP2y
How can a board role benefit your executive career?
If you're thinking about joining a board but aren't sure if it's the right move, here are seven ways a board role can boost your career.
If you're thinking about joining a board but aren't sure if it's the right move, here are seven ways a board role can boost your career.
December 5, 2025 at 10:37 AM
How can a board role benefit your executive career?
If you're thinking about joining a board but aren't sure if it's the right move, here are seven ways a board role can boost your career.
If you're thinking about joining a board but aren't sure if it's the right move, here are seven ways a board role can boost your career.
Through his company's Corporate Partnership, Justin Fanstone utilised our resources and built an impressive NED portfolio.
We provided Justin with the tools to step into his first role and build momentum.
Read Justin's journey >> zurl.co/hTg8e
We provided Justin with the tools to step into his first role and build momentum.
Read Justin's journey >> zurl.co/hTg8e
December 4, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Through his company's Corporate Partnership, Justin Fanstone utilised our resources and built an impressive NED portfolio.
We provided Justin with the tools to step into his first role and build momentum.
Read Justin's journey >> zurl.co/hTg8e
We provided Justin with the tools to step into his first role and build momentum.
Read Justin's journey >> zurl.co/hTg8e
How do you stay up to date on the latest issues affecting the boardroom?
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings keep you updated with in-depth insights on the latest corporate governance news.
Members, read the latest edition here >> zurl.co/4vTLI
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings keep you updated with in-depth insights on the latest corporate governance news.
Members, read the latest edition here >> zurl.co/4vTLI
December 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
How do you stay up to date on the latest issues affecting the boardroom?
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings keep you updated with in-depth insights on the latest corporate governance news.
Members, read the latest edition here >> zurl.co/4vTLI
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings keep you updated with in-depth insights on the latest corporate governance news.
Members, read the latest edition here >> zurl.co/4vTLI
🎯 Is landing your first board role on your 2026 goals list? If so, our free essential guide is here to help you get started.
It’s full of actionable tips to help you take that first step toward the boardroom.
📘 Download your free copy here: zurl.co/SUiHv
It’s full of actionable tips to help you take that first step toward the boardroom.
📘 Download your free copy here: zurl.co/SUiHv
December 2, 2025 at 11:00 AM
🎯 Is landing your first board role on your 2026 goals list? If so, our free essential guide is here to help you get started.
It’s full of actionable tips to help you take that first step toward the boardroom.
📘 Download your free copy here: zurl.co/SUiHv
It’s full of actionable tips to help you take that first step toward the boardroom.
📘 Download your free copy here: zurl.co/SUiHv
Thinking about joining a board in the new year but unsure where to start? 🤔
Join our free webinar on Thursday 4th December, from 13:00 and discover how serving on a board can benefit you at any career stage and the support we can offer.
Book here >> zurl.co/ZGsQ5
Join our free webinar on Thursday 4th December, from 13:00 and discover how serving on a board can benefit you at any career stage and the support we can offer.
Book here >> zurl.co/ZGsQ5
December 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Thinking about joining a board in the new year but unsure where to start? 🤔
Join our free webinar on Thursday 4th December, from 13:00 and discover how serving on a board can benefit you at any career stage and the support we can offer.
Book here >> zurl.co/ZGsQ5
Join our free webinar on Thursday 4th December, from 13:00 and discover how serving on a board can benefit you at any career stage and the support we can offer.
Book here >> zurl.co/ZGsQ5
Celebrating another brilliant success story 🎉
Congratulations to Debbie Wilkinson on joining Nexteq Plc as a Board Member and Chair of the Audit & Risk committee!
Interested in creating your own success story? Join our community today.
zurl.co/AfaBd
Congratulations to Debbie Wilkinson on joining Nexteq Plc as a Board Member and Chair of the Audit & Risk committee!
Interested in creating your own success story? Join our community today.
zurl.co/AfaBd
November 28, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Celebrating another brilliant success story 🎉
Congratulations to Debbie Wilkinson on joining Nexteq Plc as a Board Member and Chair of the Audit & Risk committee!
Interested in creating your own success story? Join our community today.
zurl.co/AfaBd
Congratulations to Debbie Wilkinson on joining Nexteq Plc as a Board Member and Chair of the Audit & Risk committee!
Interested in creating your own success story? Join our community today.
zurl.co/AfaBd
How do charity CEOs believe trustees can add value?
Thank you to our fantastic speakers, Dr Tracy Rea, Chair of Parkour UK, Sam Bradley, CEO of Parkour UK & Elizabeth Honer CB, CEO at the Royal Academy of Dance, who shared their insights on this topic!
#WomenOnBoards #Trustees
Thank you to our fantastic speakers, Dr Tracy Rea, Chair of Parkour UK, Sam Bradley, CEO of Parkour UK & Elizabeth Honer CB, CEO at the Royal Academy of Dance, who shared their insights on this topic!
#WomenOnBoards #Trustees
November 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM
How do charity CEOs believe trustees can add value?
Thank you to our fantastic speakers, Dr Tracy Rea, Chair of Parkour UK, Sam Bradley, CEO of Parkour UK & Elizabeth Honer CB, CEO at the Royal Academy of Dance, who shared their insights on this topic!
#WomenOnBoards #Trustees
Thank you to our fantastic speakers, Dr Tracy Rea, Chair of Parkour UK, Sam Bradley, CEO of Parkour UK & Elizabeth Honer CB, CEO at the Royal Academy of Dance, who shared their insights on this topic!
#WomenOnBoards #Trustees
🌍 What does it take to secure and succeed in an international board role?
Elisabeth Stheeman and Hanim Dogan-Jain share first-hand experiences of the realities of serving on international boards.
Members, the session is available to watch: zurl.co/6Jzxd
Elisabeth Stheeman and Hanim Dogan-Jain share first-hand experiences of the realities of serving on international boards.
Members, the session is available to watch: zurl.co/6Jzxd
November 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
🌍 What does it take to secure and succeed in an international board role?
Elisabeth Stheeman and Hanim Dogan-Jain share first-hand experiences of the realities of serving on international boards.
Members, the session is available to watch: zurl.co/6Jzxd
Elisabeth Stheeman and Hanim Dogan-Jain share first-hand experiences of the realities of serving on international boards.
Members, the session is available to watch: zurl.co/6Jzxd
How can curiosity help you in your board career?
In our latest podcast, Timi Oni shares how curiosity shaped her career, landing her a board position at a local theatre.
🎧 Listen now: zurl.co/fe3K9
Or search 'Women on Boards' wherever you get your podcasts.
In our latest podcast, Timi Oni shares how curiosity shaped her career, landing her a board position at a local theatre.
🎧 Listen now: zurl.co/fe3K9
Or search 'Women on Boards' wherever you get your podcasts.
November 25, 2025 at 11:01 AM
How can curiosity help you in your board career?
In our latest podcast, Timi Oni shares how curiosity shaped her career, landing her a board position at a local theatre.
🎧 Listen now: zurl.co/fe3K9
Or search 'Women on Boards' wherever you get your podcasts.
In our latest podcast, Timi Oni shares how curiosity shaped her career, landing her a board position at a local theatre.
🎧 Listen now: zurl.co/fe3K9
Or search 'Women on Boards' wherever you get your podcasts.
Get started on your board journey with our free guide, How to Get Your First Board Role, packed with practical advice on what boards look for and how to stand out.
Download the free guide here >> zurl.co/vthmW
Download the free guide here >> zurl.co/vthmW
How to become a non-executive director
The essential guide to becoming a non-executive director
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November 24, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Get started on your board journey with our free guide, How to Get Your First Board Role, packed with practical advice on what boards look for and how to stand out.
Download the free guide here >> zurl.co/vthmW
Download the free guide here >> zurl.co/vthmW
As a board member, how do you stay updated with the latest governance news?
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings from the experts at Pinsent Masons are the perfect way to ensure you're always up to speed.
Members, read the latest edition here: zurl.co/wngc7
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings from the experts at Pinsent Masons are the perfect way to ensure you're always up to speed.
Members, read the latest edition here: zurl.co/wngc7
November 23, 2025 at 11:01 AM
As a board member, how do you stay updated with the latest governance news?
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings from the experts at Pinsent Masons are the perfect way to ensure you're always up to speed.
Members, read the latest edition here: zurl.co/wngc7
Our monthly Boardroom Briefings from the experts at Pinsent Masons are the perfect way to ensure you're always up to speed.
Members, read the latest edition here: zurl.co/wngc7