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On Boards PodcastMatching Board Members with Public Company Boards with Suzanne BrownIn this episode of On Boards, hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaik welcome Suzanne Brown, Director of New York Stock Exchange Board Services. She shares her unique career journey from law and the nonprofit world to board placement leadership at the New York Stock Exchange. Suzanne unpacks how NYSE Board Services was created to bridge the gap between talented board-ready individuals and the NYSE companies that need them. Suzanne also explains their unique “CEO-vetted” approach, the powerful influence of the NYSE brand, and the structural components that make their board placement program effective and trusted. Suzan...2025-05-2028 min
On Boards PodcastReimagining AI Board Intelligence with Raffaela ReinIn this episode of On Boards, hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh welcome Raffaela Rein, a seasoned entrepreneur and board member with expertise in frontier technology and innovation-driven leadership. Raffaela began her career as an analyst at BlackRock, and launched three companies for the world's largest incubator, Rocket Internet, across China, Australia, and Taiwan before becoming an entrepreneur. She serves on multiple corporate and private equity-backed boards, including Porsche, Mutares and International University IU. As the founder of WildWildVentures and CareerFoundry, she has scaled startups to 120-plus employees and advised many venture-backed businesses. Raffaela serves as a bo...2025-05-0731 min
On Boards PodcastBuilding a High-Performing Board with Lynn ClarkeIn this episode of On Boards, hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh welcome Lynn Clarke, an experienced leader in family board governance who has served on more than a dozen family and private equity-backed boards including as an independent chair and lead director. Lynn is also a strategic advisor and mentor and has served on boards spanning from beverage and food services to e-commerce and manufacturing. Lynn has mentored next generation board members and leaders throughout her career and was named the Private Company Director of the Year by National Association of Corporate Directors in 2022. She also serves...2025-04-2832 min
On Boards PodcastMastering Robert’s Rules of Orders with Susan LeahyIn this episode hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh welcome Susan Leahy, the founder of Robert’s Rules Made Simple. Susan has trained and advised thousands of board members, board chairs and others on how to master Robert’s Rules of Order, to help lead and participate in productive meetings. Key Takeaways 1. History of Robert’s Rules of Order Robert’s Rules of Order is a decision making process developed in the 1800s by General Henry M. Robert, who was frustrated by disorganized meetings. Roberts created a guide, first published in 1876, which summa...2025-04-0834 min
On Boards PodcastEnhancing Board Composition and Strategies for Board LeadershipIn this episode of On Boards, hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh welcome Tom Rosedale, a partner at the law firm of Nutter McClennen & Fish. Tom serves as chair of the firm’s Corporate and Transactions Department and is a member its Executive Committee. Tom has 27+ years of experience as a corporate attorney and regularly advises public and private company boards of directors in tech, life sciences and more. He has also served on the board of directors of multiple companies including Caring Cross, Vector BioMed, and AMD Global Telemedicine. The discussion with Tom underscores how eva...2025-03-2434 min
On Boards PodcastAI in the Boardroom with Andrew SuttonIn this episode of On Boards, hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh welcome Andrew Sutton, an attorney with the law firm McLane Middleton and an expert on AI ethics and the use of AI in law. As a founding member of his firm’s AI practice group, Sutton brings his knowledge of AI to this discussion of the ethical, legal and governance aspects of AI. As AI continues to gain prominence, boards will have to consider how they can incorporate AI into companies and in the boardroom. Our discussion dives into the management of AI, implementation strategies and...2025-03-0533 min
On Boards PodcastThe Win-Win Workplace: How Thriving Employees Drive Bottom-Line SuccessIn this episode of On Boards, hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh welcome Dr. Angela Jackson, founder of Future Forward Strategies, an award-winning social entrepreneur, a global C-Suite executive, and an experienced board member. She discusses the board's role in holding leadership accountable for “people strategies” and ensuring companies remain competitive in a rapidly evolving business environment. Her new book “The Win-Win Workplace: How Thriving Employees Drive Bottom-Line Success” will be published on March 11, 2025 and will be available from all major book retailers. Key Takeaways 1. Workforce Wellbeing as a Strategy: ○ Dr. Jackson emphasize...2025-02-1732 min
On Boards PodcastUnlocking the value of Risk Governance and the DCRO Qualified Risk Director ProgramIn this episode of On Boards, hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh welcome Lucie Claire Vincent, a global leader in consumer products and an independent board director, to discuss the vital role of risk governance in board effectiveness. Lucie Claire shares insights from her distinguished career at Fortune 100 companies, her experience as an independent director, and her work with the Directors and Chief Risk Officers Institute (DCRO). Lucie Claire also delves into the importance of earning the Qualified Risk Director (QRD) designation and the impact it has on boardroom discussions and decision-making. With her rich i...2024-12-1622 min
On Boards PodcastMarc Schneider on Empowering Entrepreneurs and Building Mission-Driven CompaniesEpisode Summary In this episode of On Boards, Joe and Raza welcome Marc Schneider, an accomplished e-commerce and fintech executive with decades of experience building and scaling mission-driven companies. Marc shares his entrepreneurial journey, including his tenure as co-founder and CEO of Zebit, a transformative e-commerce and fintech platform, and his current role as an Operating Venture Partner at Ulu Ventures. The discussion dives into governance challenges in venture-backed startups, the evolution of boards from early-stage to IPO, and how founders can effectively leverage board expertise. Marc also discusses Ulu Ventures' commitment to s...2024-12-0238 min
On Boards PodcastNavigating Board Stages of Startup Boards: Insights from Chris Cuddy, Board Chair of ezCaterIn this episode of On Boards, Chris Cuddy, a seasoned executive and board leader with over 25 years of experience growing technology-enabled companies in both the private and public sectors shares invaluable insights into the evolution of a company’s board as it progresses through different growth stages. He discusses how the board’s role shifts over time from hands-on support to formal governance. His unique perspective is informed by his extensive career, including key roles in companies like Cheapflights, Engage, and ezCater, as well as his background in consulting, investment, and board leadership. Key Topics Discus...2024-11-1732 min
On Boards PodcastThe Evolving Role and Challenges of Board Governance with Pam LenehanEpisode Summary In this insightful episode of On Boards, hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh welcome Pam Lenehan, a seasoned board member with over 22 years of experience on public company boards. Pam offers an in-depth look at the evolving responsibilities of boards and their members, including critical areas like cybersecurity, ESG, and CEO succession. Drawing on her experience across seven public company boards, Pam discusses the increasing complexity of board roles, committee responsibilities, and the importance of a collaborative, learning-focused approach for today’s directors. Key Topics Discussed: The Expanding Role of Boar...2024-11-0426 min
On Boards PodcastChristopher Mirabile on the many challenges of a successful startupIn this episode, Christopher Mirabile, Executive Chair of Launchpad Venture Group, explores the pivotal role of boards in startup companies and discusses how boards can be both a critical support system as well as a driver of success. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes “Life is too short to suffer with the wrong people in your boardroom.” Startup Boards are different, but still vitally important “Boards have featured prominently in my entire professional life.” “When I was a co...2024-10-0240 min
On Boards PodcastRick Williams on his new book: Create The Future!In this episode, Rick Williams, a seasoned executive, advisor, board director, prolific writer - - and the author of the new book, Create the Future, shares his journey writing the book and key leadership takeaways. Rick’s core idea in Create the Future is that leaders create the future by the decisions they make Impactful leaders believe they can create the future, and they change uncertainty into hope and possibility. Rick discusses the CTF process of making great decisions for companies and individuals including the importance of board dynamics and how to harness the collective wis...2024-09-1530 min
On Boards PodcastNavigating Board Dynamics and Strategic Leadership with Karen Boykin-TownsWith an extensive background in policy, advocacy, and corporate governance, Karen shares insights from her roles at Pfizer, iFIT Health & Fitness, and the NAACP. She recounts her journey to becoming a board member including her experiences during the IPO process at iFIT, and the challenges and triumphs of leading through turbulent times. Additionally, Karen reflects on the significance of diversity in board composition and the enduring impact of Brown v. Board of Education on the 70th anniversary of the decision. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest...2024-06-0435 min
On Boards PodcastThe Culturally Conscious BoardJennifer Jukanovich, a seasoned nonprofit leader with nearly three decades of experience discusses her forthcoming book, The Culturally Conscious Board: Setting the Boardroom Table for Impact, which explores the importance of board culture in achieving organizational success. The conversation addresses a number of important aspects of board governance, including board culture and the critical role of trust and humility. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes 1. The Culturally Conscious Board · Two important concepts which are emphasized: o The signific...2024-05-2837 min
On Boards PodcastTransforming D&O Insurance: Innovations in Directors & Officers CoverageIn this episode Michael Talmanson and Dereick Wood discuss the critical importance of D&O coverage for board members. They set the context with a backdrop of Newfront's recent capital infusion led by Goldman Sachs emphasizing the company's innovative approach to combining technology with insurance expertise. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes 1. Background & industry evolution · Michael shares his transition from legal practice to insurance, driven by a passion for technology and client service. He discusses how Newfront's technology platform and AI t...2024-05-0538 min
On Boards PodcastMichael Greeley on the trends in composition of boards in investor backed companiesMichael Greeley has extensive experience in venture capital and significant board experience across a multitude of investment boards. In this episode, he shares his experience and lessons learned, emphasizing the evolving nature of board governance, the strategic importance of independent directors and the future of healthcare. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes 1. Evolution of Board Composition of investor-backed boards Changes in the composition of investor-backed boards over the past 25 years, emphasize the need for a broader range of competencies beyond fina...2024-04-1528 min
On Boards PodcastNav Singh on the future of Governance and InnovationWe love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Episode Description Nav Singh has held leadership roles at McKinsey's Boston office, including Managing Partner for Boston and Leader of the Global Innovation Practice. After retiring from McKinsey in 2023, he launched a new entrepreneurial venture, called 2123iX. In this episode Nav’s shares valuable insights on effective board practices, the importance of innovation and technology in governance, and the critical role of diversity in fostering successful organizational leadership. The episode emphasizes the importance of proactive, informed, and collaborative board engagement to navigate the challeng...2024-04-0136 min
On Boards PodcastDr. Angela Jackson on the Needham Bank Board and the Future of WorkAngela Jackson is the founder of Future Forward Strategies, an award winning social entrepreneur, a global C-suite executive and an experienced board member. In this episode Angela discusses joining the board of Needham bank, a mutual bank that took itself public in December 2023, as well as her research – and her vison – of the future of work. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes: 1. Needham Bank Board of Directors and the decision to take the Bank public Angela discusses some of the reas...2024-03-1632 min
On Boards PodcastCharles Shirley - Effective Governance and an Advisor’s PerspectiveEpisode 64 of On Boards Podcast features Charles Shirley, the Northeast Regional Leader for PricewaterhouseCoopers Private Practice. The episode dives deep into the nuances of effective board governance, with Shirley sharing insights from his extensive experience advising companies and serving on nonprofit boards. Here are the key highlights: We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes: 1. Charles Shirley's Background: Shirley brings over three decades of experience from PwC, advising a broad range of industries and serving as a tax partner. His dedication t...2024-03-0331 min
On Boards PodcastStefania Mallett: Navigating board dynamics and entrepreneurial success at an investment backed startupStefania Mallett, co-founder and former CEO of ezCater, shares her entrepreneurial journey and insights into effective board governance. She emphasizes the importance of board composition, highlighting the pivotal role of understanding marketplaces and the nuances of investor-backed boards. Stefania also discusses the crucial dynamic between CEOs and board chairs, the challenges in communicating complex business scenarios to board members and the critical process of succession planning. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes: On Relationship Between Bo...2024-01-0842 min
On Boards PodcastDiverse Leadership and AI Ethics: Jocelyn Moore on Transforming GovernanceJocelyn Moore, a seasoned board member and former NFL executive, shares her diverse career experiences from Capitol Hill to the boardrooms of major technology companies like DraftKings and OppFi. Jocelyn discusses the intricate journey that led her to influential roles in corporate governance, emphasizing the importance of diversity in leadership and the ethical implications of AI in decision-making. This episode not only explores Jocelyn's remarkable career trajectory, but also delves into the broader implications of board composition and technology in modern corporate environments. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here.2023-12-2135 min
On Boards PodcastCulture Always Has A Seat At The TablePaul Braverman was a cultural force behind the growth and success of Wellington Management which currently has over $1.3 trillion under management. Since retiring in 2007, he has served on over 17 boards of directors, including boards of public and private companies and nonprofit organizations. In this episode we discuss the most important drivers of board success. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes: “I think the culture of Wellington is its most sustainable competitive advantage. It always has been, and the culture is b...2023-12-0329 min
On Boards Podcast60. Lisa Thompson - Becoming an impactful board memberLisa Spadafora Thompson the founder and CEO of Sturbridge Growth Partners, a virtual network of consultants, thought leaders, and practitioner specializing in growth strategies, talks about her experience as a consultant and how she has used those skill to become an impactful board member. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links: Bio: linkedin.com/in/lisa-spadafora-thompson Articles: https://venturebeat.com/datadecisionmakers/act-dont-react-managing-inflationary-pressures-in-enterprise-software/ https://www.lotisblueconsulting.com/insights/there-has-never-been-a-better-time-to-shockproof-your-business/ Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quot...2023-11-1633 min
On Boards PodcastWhat do you do when your board receives a subpoena or the government is investigating your company?Ian Roffman advises boards, directors and company executives when there is trouble - a government subpoena, a whistleblower complaint, a letter or a phone call from a government regulator. In this episode we talk about what a board and management should do when this happens - and how they can position themselves in advance for an inquiry by the government. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes: Our guest Ian Roffman helps boards, directors and company executives when they're facing what can be a significant moment in the existence of a company. Those moments can come upon the r...2023-10-2234 min
On Boards PodcastThe groundbreaking, impactful work of The PartnershipPratt Wiley is the CEO of the Partnership, a 35 year old organization whose mission is to provide leadership development for professionals and executives of color across every stage of a professional's career life cycle. In this episode we will hear about the incredibly impactful work The Partnership has done, and continues to do, to change the lives of many talented people – and the communities in which we live. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes The Partnership provides leadership development for professionals and...2023-10-0336 min
On Boards PodcastWhat questions boards should be asking about AIHam is an active long-time member of the Boston entrepreneurial community, a seasoned board members, a prolific author on the subject of boards/governance and the founder of the Launchpad Venture Group, one of the driving forces behind organized angel investing in the United States. In this episode Ham, we discuss many areas of board practice with someone that for many years has helped and written about how to make boards better. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes: 2023-09-1637 min
On Boards PodcastMeghan Juday - There is no business like a family business!Meghan Juday is a fourth-generation leader and Chairman of the Board of Ideal Industries, a 100+ year old family business. In this episode Meghan talks about her journey to become the first woman leader in the family business, and some of the lessons about family and governance she learned along the way. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links: Meghan Juday website and bio The Lodis Forum Board Refreshment: 50% of boards have...2023-06-0241 min
On Boards PodcastAlissa Hsu Lynch on Digital Transformation advice for BoardsAlissa Hsu Lynch serves on the board of Pulmonx (NASDAQ: LUNG) which a medical device company and she comes from a diverse career with leadership roles and Johnson & Johnson and Google Cloud. In this episode we discuss digital transformation in healthcare, board’s role and advice for boards. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes: Effective onboarding at Pulmonx Board Pulmonx is a medical device company, small cap company, that offers a valve, so...2023-04-1629 min
On Boards PodcastMichael Peregrine on fiduciary duty and the impact SVB may have on the boardroomMichael Peregrine advises boards of directors on matters of sensitivity and controversy, often in connection with corporate and fiduciary crises. In this episode we discuss examples of such including Silicon Valley Bank and the board’s role, board diversity, the danger of deference to strong CEOs and the challenges that AI raises for boards. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes: The reason I refer to matters I work on as sensitive is because they sometimes bridge th...2023-04-0533 min
On Boards PodcastSteve Gullans on Biotech BoardsIn this episode Steve Gullans talks about the board’s role for life biotech startups and IPOs, Scientific Advisory Boards, how therapeutic drug companies are different and orphan drugs – and everything life science. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links: Steve Gullans Bio Metis Minds Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes: Background - Steve's network and expertise extend from academia to Wall Street. He has managed teams through successfu...2023-03-1540 min
On Boards PodcastMaria Doughty on Empowering Women to lead and The Chicago NetworkMaria is the President and CEO of The Chicago Network, a group of women business leaders in the Chicago area whose purpose is to empower women to lead. In this episode we talk about The Chicago Network, its history, their work on getting more women on boards and important aspects of board diversity Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links: Maria Doughty Bio The Chicago Network HerSto...2023-03-0132 min
On Boards PodcastMelissa Sampson McMorrow on the Governance of Impact PhilanthropyMelissa Sampson McMorrow chairs the Tax Department at the law firm of Nutter McClennen & Fish and co-chairs Nutter’s Nonprofit and Social Impact Practice Group. In this episode we talk about models of governance structures for Impact Philanthropy Enterprises - ranging from Newman’s Own to Patagonia. We also discuss Massachusetts guidelines for diversity, equity, and inclusion on the boards of Massachusetts charities. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links: Melissa Sampson-McMorrow Bio Nutter McClenn...2023-02-1525 min
On Boards PodcastMaria Moats on the important issues facing boards in 2023Maria Castañón Moats is the leader of PricewaterhouseCoopers' Governance Insights Center and previously served as PwC’s Chief Diversity officer. In this episode we speak with her about PwC’s 2022 Annual Corporate Directors Survey, which included the views of over 700 public company directors, about the important issues facing boards and how directors view them. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links: Maria Moats Bio 2022 PwC Annual Corporate Directors Survey 2022 Consumer Intelligence Series Big Ideas/T...2023-02-0337 min
On Boards PodcastJennifer Buras: Preparing for your first board seatJennifer Buras advises clients, primarily senior executives, on career development, including in many instances their first board seat. In this episode she discusses how to prepare your first board seat – and succeed. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Quotes Preparing a client for a first Board Seat "What is your personal brand? What is your board brand? How can you articulate that and infuse that in your board bio, your board resume, the way you present your value propo...2022-12-1731 min
On Boards PodcastBridget Ross: CEO and board member for the first time, at the same timeIn this episode, Bridget Ross talks about her career in life sciences and her most recent roles: CEO of a medical device startup, and independent board member of a medical device company; the difference between her private and public company board experience; and the challenge of growing into two new roles during the pandemic. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Quotes Separating serving as CEO from Board chair - ChroniSense Medical I felt that the separation of the C...2022-12-0332 min
On Boards PodcastCoretha Rushing: companies are well-advised to act as if “human capital” really mattersCoretha Rushing talks about the important role a Chief People Officer plays in management and on the board. Many companies say people are their most important asset, in this episode we talk about what an organization should do to reflect that priority. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Quotes I haven't worked at any company where they don't say people are our most important asset. I've not worked at any company where they say they want to operate in an et...2022-11-1535 min
On Boards PodcastShaz Kahng - changing the stereotype of women in businessShaz Kahng is a serial CEO and Board Director and with a wealth of experience running companies and businesses and is also an award-winning author of two novels, with a third underway. In this episode she talks about the power of diverse perspectives on management teams and boards, and the tremendous impact it can have. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Shaz’s website https://www.ceilingsmashers.com/ Amazon for The Closer https://www...2022-11-0326 min
On Boards PodcastCulture may eat strategy for breakfast, but technology eats the world!Jane Chwick, the former Co-Chief Operating Officer of Goldman’s technology division, and a seasoned board member, talks about the critical impact of having a technologist on a board. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Quotes Getting my first board seat. The simplest way to say this, I followed the advice I had given to more junior people in my organization for years. I let people know what I wanted, I told everybody who asked me what I wanted to do...2022-10-1730 min
On Boards PodcastSylvia Acevedo: Rocket Scientist, to CEO and beyond!From living on a dirt street in rural new Mexico living in poverty as her parents struggled paycheck to paycheck, to rocket scientist, CEO, board member extraordinaire and bestselling author, Sylvia Acevedo’s story is an inspiring story of transformation. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Quotes On writing "Path to The Stars:" My Journey From Girl Scout to Rocket Scientist “I chose middle school because the way the world is evolving, science and technology are embedded in every...2022-10-0241 min
On Boards Podcast43. Eric J. Dale - General Counsel, Board Advisor and Risk ManagerThe role of legal counsel for organizations and boards varies wildly depending on the situation, but in all instances provides a valuable resource for companies at every stage of evolution. In the episode, Eric Dale - who has served as a legal advisor in many capacities for a wide range of companies – discussed the important, often critical. Role that a company’s legal advisor can plan. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Quotes The General Counsel role, whether it's...2022-09-1635 min
On Boards PodcastStartup Boards: A Field Guide to Building an Effective Board of DirectorsIn this episode, Brad Feld, Mahendra Ramsinghani and Matt Blumberg talk about their new book, it is an incredibly inciteful and comprehensive look at Startups and all boards. An instruction manual for CEOs who are building and leading a board and a valuable reference for existing board members, aspiring board members and venture investors. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Startup Boards – Buy on Amazon Quotes Matt: It's never too early to build a board and...2022-06-1740 min
On Boards PodcastHow companies are responding as the Pendulum Swings: ESG risk management, Board Diversity and Stakeholder CapitalismIn this episode, Terry Johnson, an attorney who advises management and board members of both private and public companies, talks about what clients are facing regarding ESG risk identification and management, and how boards are responding to the growing push back against mandated board diversity and stakeholder capitalism. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Bio Terry is a corporate and securities partner at the law firm of Arnold & Porter. She acts as a trusted advisor to the C sui...2022-06-0131 min
On Boards Podcast40. The many faceted challenge of creating and maintaining an effective boardAnthony Goodman is the leader of the North American Board Effectiveness Practice for Korn Ferry, and he understands the challenges boards face meeting the challenge of becoming a high performing board – and maintaining excellence. In this episode we discuss some of those challenges. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Anthony Bio Analyzing emerging trends in board evaluation practices How boards can adapt to support ESG efforts The 'Climate Change' Director Qu...2022-05-1541 min
On Boards PodcastGabe Kleinman - The most valuable companies of our time will be the ones solving humanity's biggest problemsIn a very short time - six, seven years - we’ve gone from impact investing being referred to as "invest for less" to “companies responsibly harnessing technology to solve big problems will outperform.” In this episode we discuss how ESG has helped to drive that shift and the impact it is having on investing and board governance. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Board education & certification: https://www.pfisterstrategy.com/exceptionalboarddirector 2022-05-0137 min
Grateful LivingBecoming an Angel Investor: Raza Shaikh, Managing Director at Launchpad Venture GroupRaza is a Managing Director at Launchpad Venture Group, a Boston-area angel investing group focused on early stage investments primarily in high-tech and life sciences. Launchpad is one of the largest and most active angel groups in the United States, Raza is also a General Partner at Beacon Venture Partners, a Venture Fund that invests in early stage companies. Raza is also a co-host for the On Boards Podcast with Joe Ayoub.
In this interview, we talk about:
- Raza’s journey from Pakistan to the United States
- Raza’s business journey from...2022-04-181h 09
On Boards PodcastMark Pfister - Build an effective board and success will followIn this episode, Mark A. Pfister, the “Board Architect,” talks about how to build a board, what that means and the powerful impact it has on any company or organization. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Board education & certification: https://www.pfisterstrategy.com/exceptionalboarddirector Book on Board Architecture: https://www.pfisterstrategy.com/books Quotes The architecture component of a board forces the thought...2022-04-0232 min
On Boards PodcastTodd Sears on Out Leadership and its Impact on LGBTQ+ EqualityTodd Sears is the founder and CEO of Out Leadership, the first company in history whose sole product is LGBTQ+ equality. Todd has spent over 20 years working at the intersection of finance and equality. He began his career as an investment banker before joining Merrill Lynch as a financial advisor. There, he brought almost $2 billion of new assets to the firm from LGBTQ+ couples and nonprofit organizations. In this episode we talk about Out Leadership, its role as a B Corp, merging business opportunity with diversity and the impact of Out Leadership on LGBTQ+ Equality. Thanks for listening! We love ou...2022-03-1633 min
On Boards PodcastDavid Chun - The power of data in driving board composition, diversity and corporate governanceDavid Chun is the founder and CEO of Equilar, one of the most trusted names in the corporate governance community. He has been recognized as one of the most 100 influential players in corporate governance by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD). In this episode we discuss how the Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Equilar website: https://www.equilar.com/ Equilar Diversity Network: https://www.equilar.com/diversity As Corporate Boards Pursue Diversity, Director Tra...2022-03-0228 min
On Boards PodcastGreat board governance is invaluable – it opens the door for what is possible for a businessRoberta has been a CEO, a founder-entrepreneur, and a corporate executive as well as a highly experienced board member who has served in executive and board leadership positions on a variety of private, public and non-profit boards. In this episode, we talk about the vital importance of board governance – and how valuable it can be to any company or organization. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Roberta Sydney LinkedIn National Association of Corp...2022-02-0136 min
On Boards PodcastBoardroom Bound with host Alexander LowryAlexander Lowry is a professor at Gordon College in Wenham Massachusetts where he is the Executive Director of the Master’s in Financial Analysis program and the creator, voice and driving force behind ”Boardroom Bound” - a weekly podcast about boards of directors, how to become a board member, how to excel at the job and the important impact that boards have on business and our society. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Alexander Lo...2022-01-1527 min
On Boards PodcastExtraordinary Women on Boards: a force in advancing diversity and excellence on boardsAfter a fascinating career at Goldman Sachs, Lisa Shalett “retired” in 2015 - and two years later started what has become Extraordinary Women on Boards, EWOB, a peer-to-peer community of hundreds of women directors from the US and around the world, focused on advancing board excellence, modernizing governance and increasing board diversity. In this episode Lisa talks about how Extraordinary Women on Boards started, how its membership exploded and how it has become an extraordinary force in advancing diversity and excellence on boards. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a lin...2022-01-0232 min
On Boards PodcastImpact investing: Capitalism created this mess. Capitalism has to fix it!Bob Rosenfield was the CEO of the second largest company in the $4 billion US auto glass repair replacement and claims services market, and during that time he learned that “it isn't as hard as you think to do the right thing and doing the right thing can be very good for business if you do it right.” He has since founded and is managing director of Cape Vista Capital, a family office investment entity focused on renewable energy, sustainability and broadening the availability of housing, healthcare, and a healthy food supply chain. The goal: to realiz...2021-12-1541 min
On Boards PodcastJoe Hurd: Every company is a technology companyThanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Episode Description Joe Hurd is a public and non-profit board director and early-stage investor. As an operating executive, Joe is the Operating Partner at SOSV, LLC, a $1B early-stage venture fund, where he leads strategy and business development efforts for the fund’s life sciences, deep tech hardware and mobile portfolio companies. In this episode, we talk about how technology is impacting every business and differences between US and UK boards Quotes My r...2021-12-0136 min
On Boards PodcastFamily businesses: the most successful, long-lasting and impactful businesses in the worldRob and Josh are each co-founders of BanyanGlobal Family Business Advisors which advises family owners on business, finance, ownership, philanthropy, and a wide range of other issues. They are each leaders in the field of family-owned business. They recently co-authored the Harvard Business School publication: “Family Business Handbook: How to Build and Sustain a Successful, Enduring Enterprise.” Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Why the 21st Century Will Belong To Family Businesses Build a Family Business that Lasts2021-11-1546 min
On Boards PodcastMarcus Peacock on the impact of the Business RoundtableMarcus Peacock is the Chief Operating Officer of the Business Roundtable, an association of Chief Executive Officers of America's leading companies. In this episode we discuss the Business Roundtable, its highly publicized Statement of Corporate Purpose (August 2019) and what it’s like to administer the BRT board of directors, composed of more than 20 CEOs of large US companies. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Marcus Peacock bio Link to Statement pf Corporate Purpose Link to BRT...2021-11-0137 min
On Boards PodcastMaria Moats on diversity and inclusion as an essential component of board effectivenessMaria Castañón Moats is the leader of PwC’s Governance Insights Center and previously served as the firm’s Chief Diversity officer. In this episode she discusses the critical importance of incorporating diversity - and a clear understanding by board members of the board’s role - to achieve board effectiveness. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links: Maria Castañón Moats Bio PwC’s 2021 Annual Corporate Directors Survey2021-10-1537 min
On Boards PodcastMichael Muldowney on the job of being a board memberMichael is the CEO of Foxford Capital a strategic financial advisory and investment firm. He is also a General Partner at Eastward Capital Access Fund, a late-stage venture debt fund, serves on several Boards including the board of Veritiv Corporation, a public company where he is the chair of the Audit Committee, iAnthus Capital Holdings, Epicenter Experience, and he serves as a member of the board of advisors to Dubai-based Botho Emerging Markets Group. Michael has also been a guest lecturer at Harvard Business School since 2011. In this episode he discusses different roles boards and bo...2021-06-0124 min
On Boards PodcastAnnalisa Gigante on Innovation and ESG: A view from EuropeAnnalisa Gigante has been an award-winning innovator for 30 years. She serves as a board member of the Henry Royce Institute for advanced materials research and innovation and Cambridge Enterprise, Cambridge University’s seed funding and entrepreneurship hub. Annalisa is a thought leader in innovation, leadership and corporate governance. She is Chair of Foundations for Learning, the Co-Chair of Women Corporate Directors in Switzerland. In this episode she provides a European perspective of ESG, talks about the governance of innovation and bringing innovation to the real world. Quotes How Risk identification and manag...2021-05-1532 min
On Boards PodcastGuy Primus: Accelerate Board Diversification Now!Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links https://valence.community https://theboardchallenge.org Quotes “For too long Black professionals have been marching to the beat of someone else's drummer. So, what we want to do at Valence is create new paths where people can recognize their contributions, their excellence, bring that to the table and have that be recognized by the organizations that they're a part of.” “The idea for the Board...2021-05-0131 min
On Boards PodcastRalph Ward: The Rules of the Game Have Changed: Beware the Naked BoardroomOur guest today is Ralph Ward. Ralph is an internationally recognized speaker, writer and advisor on the role of boards of directors, how benchmark boards excel, and the future of governance worldwide. He publishes the online newsletter, Boardroom Insider, and he editor of the Corporate Board, the nation's leading corporate governance magazine as well as six acclaimed books about boards and governance. In this episode Ralph talks about how increased transparency into a board’s actions are accelerating changes in behavior in the boardroom and in how boards are composed. Thanks for listening! We lo...2021-04-1539 min
On Boards PodcastMicho Spring: Corporate Culture as a RiskMicho Spring has been a highly respected political and business leader for many years, beginning as a young Chief of Staff to Mayor Kevin White and now as an advisor to companies around the world as the leader of Weber Shandwick’s Global Corporate practice and the Chair of the Board of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. She talks about the critical importance of corporate culture, and for companies and company leaders to deliver on the values they claim to hold. “It used to be enough to have a conscience, but now you've got to have a plan - and...2021-04-0128 min
On Boards PodcastMatt Blumberg on building and leading a world class board for a startup companyLeading a world class board is one of the single most important things startup CEOs can do to help their businesses thrive and become industry leaders. Matt Blumberg is the author of Startup CEO: A Field Guide to Scaling Up Your Business, the second edition of which was published last year, and Startup CXO, the sequel to Startup CEO, coming out in May, and also the co-author of the second edition of Startup Boards scheduled to be published in the fall. In this episode he talks about the importance of creating a great board for startup companies.2021-03-0237 min
On Boards PodcastCathy Minehan on ESG: it’s about managing risk and long-term success - and it’s here to stay!Cathy Minehan has been an active for profit and not for profit board member of a variety of entities over many and worked for 39 years with the Federal Reserve System, including as the President and Chief Executive of the Boston Bank Chapter. In this episode she talks about the momentum of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) and the focus by business on long-term issues that will lead to long-term success. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links Cathy Min...2021-02-2835 min
On Boards PodcastBob Sherman on what boards should expect from the new Biden administrationBob Sherman has served as the United States Ambassador to Portugal. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Greenberg Traurig and serves on board of Novo Banco, a US PE-backed bank based in Portugal. In this episode he shares his journey in the Obama campaign and then the Biden campaign and through that lens shares what he believes boards and companies should expect from the new Biden administration and how they may want to take advantage of the opportunities that will be available. We also talk about what governance structure for a US embassy looks like and t...2021-02-1535 min
On Boards PodcastPaul Ayoub on board leadership, board composition - and the fundamental importance of board diversityPaul Ayoub has served as the chair of several boards, including two significant nonprofit organizations, and is about to become the chair of the board of the largest nonprofit health care organization in the country, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. In this episode he shares his views on board composition, the relationship between the board chair and CEO and the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion to the effectiveness of the organization. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Link...2021-02-0141 min
On Boards Podcast18. Didier Cossin on governance as key driver of org performance & High Performance BoardsDidier Cossin is the founder and director of IMD Global Board Center based in Switzerland, where he works with owners, boards, and senior leaders to enhance organizational performance using strategy, best-in-class decision-making and enhancing board culture and governance best practices In this episode he talks about creating a high performance thru enhancing board culture, fostering constructive dissent and focusing on governance best practices. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links https://www.imd.org/faculty/professors/did...2020-12-1635 min
On Boards PodcastJames Lam on the new world of risk management and oversight for companies and boardsJames Lam is a globally recognized risk expert, an early advocate of Enterprise Risk Management and the first-ever Chief Risk Officer. He has served as a director and chair of the risk oversight and audit committees of both publicly and private companies. James was a commissioner for the NACD Blue Ribbon Commission on board oversight of disruptive risk. In this episode he shares his most current thinking on the evolving state of risk management and the challenges and opportunities ahead.. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest sug...2020-12-0139 min
On Boards PodcastMohamad Ali, the CEO of IDG, Inc., on learning to be a good board member and the importance of giving backMohamad Ali is the CEO of International Data Group (IDG, Inc.), a private technology media, events and research company. He has also served as CEO of a publicly traded company and has served on many public, private, and nonprofit boards. In this episode, Mohamad shares what he has learned about being a good board member as well as the intricacies of boards through his wide range of experience on both the board and company leadership sides. He also integrates the importance of giving back and the support he received after moving to the United States as a child. 2020-11-1532 min
On Boards PodcastDede Orraca-Cecil on what it takes to build a company board and find great company leadershipDede Orraca-Cecil is a member of Egon Zehnder, an international executive search and leadership advisory firm, where she leads efforts in almost every aspect of what a company or organization needs in leadership and governance. She talks about identifying company leadership and board building – what it takes and how the conversation has changed. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/dede-orraca-cecil/ https://www.egonzehnder.com/office/boston/consultant/dede-orraca-cecil 2020-11-0135 min
On Boards PodcastDiane Hessan on what makes an effective board member and an effective boardDiane Hessan is successful entrepreneur, CEO, author and has been highly recognized for the broad range of impactful work she has done. And she has served on virtually every type of company board and seen the work of the board from many perspectives. In the fascinating conversation, she shares her insight and opinion on the experience of running and serving on a board. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links https://salientventures.co/ www.cspac...2020-10-1547 min
On Boards PodcastEd Pendergast: What it takes to be a board member that every company wantsEd Pendergast has served on numerous boards - public, private, and nonprofits - for more than 40 years. Very few people have had the opportunity to serve on such a broad range of boards over such a long period of time as Ed, and for good reason. He is the consummate board member. Armed with a deep understanding of business finance and operations, and what it takes to be an effective board member, Ed exemplifies the qualitied that every company seeks on its board. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line o...2020-10-0139 min
On Boards PodcastDavid Koenig: understanding and managing risk is critical to optimizing the success of any businessDavid R. Koenig has been fascinated by and focused on understanding risk virtually his entire life and is recognized as a global leader on the governance of risk. He has held executive and board positions, published across multiple media (including 2 books: Governance Reimagined and The Board Members Guide to Risk), founded the DCRO (The Director’s and Chief Risk Officers Group), co-founded PRMIA (the Professional Risk Managers’ International Association) and advised many companies in a wide variety of industries and sectors, over many years. If you listen to this episode, you will understand that managing risk, in a comprehensive, forward...2020-09-1549 min
On Boards PodcastIan Sheridan on the importance of the board in the very earliest stage of a companyIan Sheridan has been innovating in the financial world, in a variety of roles, for many years. He has brought that innovative mindset to the venture fund where he is a managing partner, Vestigo Ventures. In this episode of On Boards we discuss the fascinating approach in the use of data they employ in making investment decisions and to how they work on the boards with the entrepreneurs that lead the companies in which they invest. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. 2020-08-3139 min
On Boards PodcastDavid Rosen on the importance of boards in private companiesDavid Rosen has been a CEO, served in other C-suite capacities has served as a board member and is a life-long entrepreneur – and has developed a passion about the importance of boards in private companies. As a result, helped found the Boston Chapter of The Private Directors Association (PDA), a national organization whose focus is to support the owners, board directors, investors, and C -suite executives to improve their board caliber as well as the governance practices for private companies. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us g...2020-08-1332 min
On Boards PodcastLarry Stybel on the importance of an informed and effective boardEpisode Description Larry Stybel talks what a board need to do to really do its job properly and the critical role of the Nomination/Governance Committee in that process. Do we have the right talent on this board? Are the board members sufficiently educated to handle their fiduciary responsibilities? And does the board understand that it has primary responsibility for defining the corporate culture? Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links https://www.boardoptions.com/2020-05-2141 min
On Boards PodcastA Panel Discussion: The Role of Boards in the Current Crisis and How its ChangingPlanning for a crisis is not a luxury and boards must be a very good at crisis management - we’re seeing just how important that is right now. For this topic, we’ve assembled an incredibly experienced panel - our first panel episode - to delve into the role that boards are playing, and must play, during a crisis. Jay Lorsch Bio Jay Lorsch is the Louis E. Kirstein Professor of Human Relations at Harvard Business School. For the past 35 years he has specialized on the functioning and operations of corporate boards and is widely r...2020-05-0437 minOn Boards PodcastGeorge Davis on what boards need to do in a crisis: Listen aggressively - but fight the urge to grab the wheelGeorge Davis has been a trusted advisor to multinational, public sector and private equity backed organizations seeking guidance on critical boardroom issues for many years. We discuss with him what boards of directors need to do in a crisis, how this crisis is different from those in the past and what it may mean in the future for companies and the boards that serve them. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links https://davispartnersgroup.com/ 2020-04-1535 min
On Boards PodcastJoe Baerlein on crisis communication: clear, concise, honest communication and, especially now, a strong dose of authentic empathyJoe Baerlein, a nationally known strategic communication advisor for some of the country’s largest companies, trade associations, large non-for-profits, talks about what matters: always consider the long-term impact on the company’s brand and reputation - and never be afraid of providing truthful information or being proactive about providing it. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links https://baerleinpartners.com/ Message from Arne Sorensen, President and CEO of Marriott International https://twitter...2020-04-0138 min
On Boards PodcastJohn Hession on investor-backed company boards: discipline, tough love and results.John Hession, legal advisor, business advisor and angel investor, holds the world land record for number of board meetings attended. He’s been working with emerging growth companies for over 35 years and he has seen it all. He talks about the discipline, tough love and results required if investor backed companies are going to be successful. It is a message that all boards would benefit from listening to and following. Thanks for listening! We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Links...2020-03-1539 min
On Boards PodcastBoard Diversity, private company boards & the impact of social media: a conversation with Beth BolandBeth Boland is a force to be reckoned with. Named one of Massachusetts “most influential lawyers,” Beth was first initiated into the world of shareholder defense working as a clerk for a district judge on the Mike Milken and Ivan Boesky cases. Now chair of Securities Enforcement & Litigation Practice at Foley & Lardner LLP, she also serves as President of the New England chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD). An expert on how boards operate, she champions the expansion of diversity on boards and has worked tirelessly to bring gender diversity to the boardroom. Thanks...2020-03-0135 min
On Boards PodcastYvonne Schlaeppi and the Importance of Corporate StrategyYvonne Schlaeppi is passionate about corporate strategy, and she believes it’s one of the most important things a board can do for their company. Spending a significant amount of time on board work, across many companies and several continents, Yvonne is highly experienced and enthusiastic in her work as a board member. Having built a strong background working on boards in the U.S., UK and Europe, Yvonne shares her insight into the differences in boards across countries, how to navigate difficult decisions, and what we can learn from observing other boards in action. 2020-02-1533 min
On Boards PodcastRick Williams on Trust: Your Company’s Most Valuable AssetIt’s easy to think of companies as big, faceless organizations, valued only for profit margins or stock potential. But it’s precisely when organizations are viewed only by the numbers, and not by the people working within them, that company culture suffers and things can go south. Rick Williams knows that the key to success is creating an atmosphere of openness and trust that makes for a great board of directors or advisors, and a healthy company overall. Rick spent many years as a consultant, founded his own real estate investment company, and returned to consulting once...2020-02-0128 min
On Boards PodcastLarry Siff: Great boards, great board members and how a board can drive success for your companyEpisode Overview Larry Siff joins hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh to explore what makes a board of directors effective and productive, what qualities makes a strong and valuable board member and how can a board add value to and help drive a business to achieve its goals. Larry has deep and extensive board experience, both as a board member, averaging 6 board seats a year for over 30 years, and as an advisor to hundreds of companies, half of which have been family businesses. He has been the CEO of Neptune Advisors which helps mid...2020-01-1533 min
On Boards PodcastRaza Shaikh and Joe Ayoub: Genesis of On Boards PodcastCo-hosts Raza Shaikh and Joe Ayoub discuss the January 2020 launch of their podcast On Boards Podcast: A Deep Dive at Driving Business Success. A company’s Board of Directors or Advisors often has a pivotal role in the success or failure of a business, whether a company or organization lives or dies - - and whether the people who have invested time, money and emotional capital will succeed. On Boards Podcast: A Deep Dive at Driving Business Success, is about everything related to Boards of Directors and Boards of Advisors. Twice a mont...2020-01-0608 min