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EPISODE · May 24, 2025 · 16 MIN

Two Sides of the Board Table with Alison Watkins AM, RBA Board Member; Chancellor, UTas & Director, CSL & Wesfarmers

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"You know if you can secure their backing, that's incredibly empowering." - Alison WatkinsIn this candid conversation, seasoned director Alison Watkins pulls back the curtain on boardroom dynamics from both the CEO and director perspectives. Having been CEO at Coca-Cola Amatil, Graincorp, and Berri before transitioning to non-executive positions, Alison reveals the completely different experience of attending the same board meeting depending on your role. She discusses the unique pressures CEOs face, the challenge of measuring impact as a non-executive director, and why former CEOs must be careful not to cross operational boundaries. This episode offers valuable guidance for anyone involved in governance relationships._____________Follow Podcast Host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Conway⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on LinkedInFollow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠boardcycle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on LinkedInVisit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠boardcycle website

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