Your New Board Director Journey - Where do you start?

The journey to the Boardroom is a strategic roadmap, not a game of chance; by starting on the right foot and mastering the specific steps Boards expect, you can navigate your path further and faster.

Stop guessing your way to the Boardroom. Learn the essential steps to start your Director journey on the right foot and move further, faster toward your first appointment.

The path to your first board role often feels like a maze that you’re trying to navigate in the dark, but it doesn't have to be. This webinar provides the clear roadmap you need to navigate the journey to the Boardroom with confidence. We will break down the specific steps required to move further, faster, while revealing exactly what Boards are searching for in candidates today. Join us to ensure you're starting on the right foot and building a journey that leads you directly to the Boardroom table.

Managing Director—Get on Board Australia

Lisa Cook

Lisa Cook is the Founder and Managing Director of Get on Board Australia, helping aspiring Board Members navigate their journey to the Boardroom.

Lisa has spent the past 17 years sitting on both sides of the Boardroom table. She has navigated the application process as a candidate and has sat on selection panels as a Non-Executive Director, making the final call on who gets the seat.

Since starting her Board career in 2009, Lisa has gained extensive Board experience across various sectors and currently serves as a Board member of the Stroke Foundation. She is also the host of the Board Shorts Podcast, where she shares the practical strategies and unspoken rules of the Board game.

With a Master of Business Law and a passion for removing barriers to entry, Lisa focuses on the strategic roadmap required to get you appointed. Her goal is to ensure you start your journey on the right foot, helping you understand exactly what Boards are looking for so you can move further, faster toward your first, next, or paid Board role.

Managing Director - Appoint Better Boards

Simon Telfer

Leaning on 20 years of international governance and board appointment experience, Simon offers practical, real-world governance advice. He has served on multiple privately owned business boards across sectors including construction, hospitality, software, digital, and pharmaceutical. Simon is founder of the 26,000+ member Appoint Better Boards community and has made over 240 board appointments via Stimulus Consulting.

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Director - HR Dynamics

Phoebe Kitto

Phoebe Kitto is a dynamic leader and one of the guiding forces behind HR Dynamics. Under her leadership, the HR Consulting firm, with a dedicated team of 12, has become a trusted ally to businesses in need of specialist HR guidance.

With a solid track record in leadership, Phoebe is adept at navigating the complexities of employee issues, offering clear and practical advice that steers businesses towards positive outcomes. Her experience in mediating workplace conflicts is extensive, showcasing her ability to resolve disputes with empathy and fairness, always aiming for a harmonious work environment.

Phoebe's expertise also extends to guiding businesses through restructures, ensuring transitions are as smooth as possible. She handles such delicate processes with care, making certain that changes serve the best interests of both the company and its employees.

Why attend this webinar?

Master the strategic roadmap to the Boardroom and discover how to navigate your first or next Board appointment with confidence.

Start on the right foot by identifying the critical first steps most aspirants overlook when launching their Board career.
Gain a sequential roadmap of the Board journey, allowing you to move further and faster toward your goal.
Understand Board expectations by learning exactly what Chairs and committees look for when evaluating and selecting new candidates.
Save time and energy by focusing exclusively on high-impact actions that lead directly to a successful Board appointment.
Bridge the gap between your current experience and the specific governance needs that make you a desirable Board candidate.

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