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According to studies, some 60–90% of strategic plans never fully launch (HBR). This webinar will provide practical tips and tools on shifting strategy from words on a page to impactful action.

Bridging The Gap – Strategic Design and Operational Implementation

When bridging the gap, Chairs and CEOs should be considering the strategy design process and preempting the execution gaps. Join us to discuss the two most important facets:
1) An iterative CEO led Strategic Design process with the Board and,
2) A rigorous Execution Cadence led by Management.

This webinar will cover how to tackle common pitfalls of misalignment, lack of engagement, and inadequate traction.

Listen to our webinar to assess if your constitution meets today's needs! Learn how to read it critically, understand historical clauses, and explore how to amend it effectively. Stay informed about modern trends and key issues.

Our expert speakers will guide you through the intricacies of constitutional analysis, offering practical insights and real-world examples. You'll have the chance to ask questions, and gain valuable resources to help you navigate the complexities of constitutional amendments.

Whether you're a board member, legal advisor, or organisational leader, this webinar is tailored to provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to make informed decisions. By attending, you'll be better equipped to address potential challenges and ensure that your constitution reflects the evolving needs of your organisation.

Register now and be part of this essential discussion! Take the first step towards a more robust and adaptable constitution. We look forward to seeing you there!

Are you taking the preparation of your minutes seriously, and do you know why you should?
Inquiries into organisational misdeeds and collapses invariably point to the shortcoming in board meeting minutes that might otherwise have explained and justified the decisions directors had taken. That scenario underlines only one of the reasons for the importance of having a thorough record of the board’s deliberations.

Listen to our webinar  recording to discover how meticulous board meeting minutes can safeguard your organisation and ensure transparency in critical decision-making processes. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your governance standards!

The governance legislative framework is generally the same, irrespective of a company's age or stage. However, due to their size, limited resources, and founder expertise, early-stage companies have their own unique requirements.

• Gain insights from experienced panellists on distinguishing governance practices in early-stage companies from those in larger, public corporations.
• Understand the unique demands of startup boards, including the need for flexibility, effective risk management, and investor relations strategies.
• Learn how addressing these specialised demands can bolster investor confidence and enhance capital strategies in early-stage ventures.
• Acquire practical knowledge to navigate the dynamic governance landscape of startups and optimise board performance for sustainable growth.

As a Board member or Senior Manager of a reporting entity, you bear significant obligations under the AML/CFT Act. Are you confident that you have them fully covered?

AML/CFT supervisors are increasingly wielding their powers of monitoring and enforcement to ensure reporting entities are meeting their AML obligations. It's crucial for board members and senior management to understand how these developments impact their roles and how to effectively manage ongoing AML obligations.

In this webinar, you'll gain invaluable insights from industry experts.  Discover best practices, practical strategies, and the latest regulatory updates to ensure your organisation remains compliant and resilient in the face of AML/CFT challenges.

Secure your spot now to stay ahead of the curve and safeguard your organisation's reputation and integrity.

Explore the critical functions of Board Members, Executive Directors, and your Company secretary in shaping the strategic direction and impact of not for profit organisations.

Not-for-profit governance is becoming an increasingly scrutinised, regulated and debated topic. This is partly as a result of the increasing size and complexity of organisations in this sector, as well as an increase in corporate regulation generally.

This webinar will provide invaluable insights into effective leadership, governance structures, and best practices driving mission-driven success. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your understanding of nonprofit leadership and governance excellence.

Join us as we explore the impact of AI and how as directors we can prepare for a future where AI will continue to redefine how we do business.

Artificial intelligence capabilities continue to rapidly evolve. The emergence of widely available generative AI marked a significant milestone, with ground- breaking products such as ChatGPT, Bing AI, Microsoft Copilot and Gemini AI, entering our homes and workspaces. 

Directors cannot put their heads in the sand or tinker around the edges. Instead, they should support their organisations to embrace the AI challenge, including taking advantage of capability and productivity gains while prudently managing risks.

The most common complaint of Directors is “Our Board needs to be more strategic”. But what does this mean? How do you go about creating this? What works, and what doesn’t? What can you do?

Join us for 45 minutes of insights, practical tools and easy-to-implement techniques aimed squarely at helping Directors be strategic.

From personally being strategic, cultivating your strategic mindset, techniques you can use even when everyone around you is in the weeds, through to the latest strategies in designing Board agendas, Board papers and shaping Board discussions.

For CEOs, Executive leadership teams, new Directors, and experienced Chairs.

There are some things that boards find easy to do.  One is to involve themselves in business operations, much to the frustration of many CEOs.  

The other is to create committees to which to delegate all manner of work and tasks. But are all committees created equal? Are they all necessary and fit for purpose?  This webinar will consider how to construct and enable committees to do the work and provide support to the board as designed and required.

The other is to create committees to which to delegate all manner of work and tasks. But are all committees created equal? Are they all necessary and fit for purpose?  This webinar will consider how to construct and enable committees to do the work and provide support to the board as designed and required.This webinar will look at the role of committees in the good governance of boards and organisations and how a board decides what committees it needs to have and for what purpose. The session will cover matters including;

• Committee structure,
• Internal governance
• Membership
• Drafting of charters or terms of reference.

In addition, the importance of to whom and how committees report their recommendations will be noted, as will the work necessary to support committees and enable them to function as intended and expected. Finally, the question will be whether or not a committee is actually required or would a working group suffice instead?

Join Nicholas Barnett and our expert panel as we delve into the crucial role of the Board Skills Matrix in the director selection process.

Discover the benefits of maintaining an up-to-date matrix to ensure you select the most suitable directors and avoid common pitfalls that could lead to costly mistakes.

Learn how to refine your approach by incorporating business acumen and strategic insight into your board's composition. Moreover, Nicholas and the panel will illuminate the increasing significance of behavioural traits in today's board dynamics. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your board's effectiveness and governance standards. Sign up now to secure your spot.