The Rise of the Advisory Board: Why It’s No Longer the Poor Cousin of the Boardroom
In the evolving world of board and executive leadership, one trend is standing out more than ever: the sharp rise in demand for advisory board …
The DEI Reckoning: Why Boardrooms Must Navigate the Middle Path
Well, we’re certainly living in interesting times—and few areas of governance are shifting more dramatically right now than Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). A topic …
The Power of an Effective Advisory Board in 2025: A Business Owner’s Guide
As a business owner, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to navigate today’s volatile market conditions. Heading into 2025, businesses are facing an …
Your 2025 Board Search Playbook: Strategies to Stand Out and Succeed
As we approach the end of the year, now is the time to lay the groundwork for a successful board search in 2025. The period …
The $10.5 Million Wake-Up Call: Why ESG Can’t Be an Afterthought in the Boardroom
Last week, the Federal Court issued a landmark $10.5 million penalty to Active Super for misleading claims related to its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) …
Allegations, Governance, and the Strongroom AI Case: A Wake-Up Call for the Startup Ecosystem
The Australian startup community has been watching closely as the legal and reputational fallout from Strongroom AI begins to unfold. This once-promising medical technology startup, …
Performance Improvement Plans: A Warning Sign or a Second Chance?
One of my most popular videos was titled “Help! I’ve Been Put on a Performance Plan”—and I believe the reason it resonated with so many …
First Impressions Still Matter (More Than Ever)
Why every interaction is a sales call—and how to stop missing the mark Last week, I had a full calendar: complimentary board career assessments, client …
Cybersecurity at a Crossroads: The Boardroom Wake-Up Call We Can’t Ignore
It’s been another major news week in Australia—and one that should send shivers down the spine of every board director in the country. The recent …
The Future of Board Remuneration in Australia: Trends, Challenges, and Best Practices
As we enter 2025, board remuneration in Australia is undergoing a significant transformation. The increasing complexities of governance, regulatory oversight, and business strategy require board …