Non-Executive Directors or NEDs are a valuable resource for any Boardroom. Insights4Mfg Host, Jeff Beacham talks to Martyn Jones - NED, Independent Business Advisor & Chartered Director about the benefits of having a Non-Executive Director on your board and some of the challenges associated in becoming a NED.

Here's a timeline of the discussion topics:

00:00:58 Why become a NED?

00:01:42 How does a NED role differ from a typical Executive?

00:03:00 What are the main benefits of having a NED on a Board?

00:07:03 As a Chair, how do you assess the impact of a NED on the performance of the company?

00:11:39 How would a NED influence strategic decision-making?

00:15:55 What advice would you give to someone looking to transition into a NED role?

00:23:25 How important is networking for aspiring NEDs?

00:27:17 What are the advantages of a portfolio career?

00:28:48 What challenges have you encountered as a NED and how have you navigated them?

00:36:02 What legacy do you hope to leave in the companies you work with?