BoardPro Podcasts

Most organisations treat risk as a compliance exercise, something to monitor, report, and minimise.But what if that mindset is holding back real strategic value?In this webinar, we challenge the traditional view of risk and explore how Boards and executives can reframe it as a driver of innovation, opportunity, and competitive advantage. Drawing on leading-edge governance practices, you’ll discover how to shift risk from a passive reporting function into an active strategic conversation, one that uncovers hidden opportunities, informs better decision-making, and even creates new revenue pathways. If you’re ready to move beyond box-ticking and start using risk as a tool to shape the future, this session will show you how.

Many new Directors meet formal requirements yet struggle in their first year, often lacking confidence, practical boardroom fluency, and judgement.This webinar addresses the critical onboarding gap that leads to silence, overreach, and uneven contribution, helping Boards unlock capability, reduce friction, and improve early Director effectiveness from day one.Developed from many thousands of interviews with chairs, directors and CEOs, these techniques support directors across their first 12 months on a board. It will provide insight into how boards actually operate, how decisions are shaped, and how directors can add real strategic value without overstepping into management.

Most boards now recognise that psychosocial risks matter. The challenge is knowing what to look for – and what to do – when the signals aren't clear.Unlike physical hazards, these risks don't sit neatly in one place. They show up in patterns, behaviours, and relationships, and often only become visible once harm has already occurred.In this follow up session to More Than Safety Posters, we'll revisit why psychosocial risk is inherently complex and what that means for governance in practice.Whether you're on a board or in a leadership role, this webinar will help you recognise and interpret early warning signs, and take practical steps to improve your governance approach

Should not-for-profit boards pay their directors? It’s a question we are hearing more than ever.With rising living costs, is volunteering becoming a privilege only some can afford? Could paying directors improve diversity, inclusion, and the skills around the table,  or would it change the culture of volunteering altogether?Why come along? In this 45-minute webinar, we’ll explore the key questions boards are grappling with:Fees, honorariums, or simple reimbursement?How cost-of-living pressures shape who can serveWhat funders and stakeholders might thinkAnd whether payment strengthens or strains good governanceIf this is a conversation your board needs to have,  or you’re unsure how to navigate it,  join us on this webinar for a practical, thoughtful discussion.

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

Board meetings shouldn’t feel rushed, reactive, or unfinished.Yet too often, valuable time is consumed by routine reporting, minor updates, and items that don’t require full discussion. The result? Strategic conversations get squeezed, decisions feel hurried, and meetings run over time.The consent agenda is a simple but powerful governance tool that changes that dynamic.By grouping routine or non-controversial items into a single approval motion, boards can:✔️ Protect time for meaningful debate✔️ Reduce unnecessary repetition✔️ Improve the quality of decision-making✔️ Finish meetings on time — without rushing critical issuesWhen used well, a consent agenda doesn’t silence discussion — it sharpens it. Directors still have the opportunity to “lift” any item for deeper consideration. The difference is that attention is directed where it truly matters.Imagine board meetings where:• Strategic issues receive the focus they deserve• Directors feel heard and confident in decisions• Agendas flow logically and efficiently• The meeting ends on scheduleThis free webinar will show you how to implement a consent agenda practically and confidently — so your board spends less time managing the clock and more time shaping the future.If your meetings regularly run over, this is a conversation worth having.

Most directors know AI matters. The challenge? Convincing your Chair and peers to prioritise it now, not “someday.” That’s what this session delivers. Every director knows AI is coming—but few know how to push it onto the agenda. Boards dismiss it as premature, irrelevant, or a management issue. This webinar equips you with a persuasion toolkit: five compelling arguments, tested rebuttals to objections, and a practical next step. In half an hour, you’ll leave ready to frame AI as a governance necessity, not a tech distraction—ensuring your board takes action before competitors, regulators, or crises force it.This isn’t about turning directors into AI experts—it’s about equipping them to persuade. With five tested arguments and objection handling, participants gain a clear pathway to move hesitant boards into meaningful AI discussions.

Are you navigating tensions, differing perspectives and competing priorities around your board table? This webinar will help you distinguish healthy challenge from harmful conflict, and create the conditions for robust, respectful debate that strengthens governance.You will gain practical tools for managing unproductive behaviours, addressing personal tensions and encouraging the kind of challenge that improves decision-making.Whether you’re a chair, director or executive, this session will equip you to turn conflict into a strategic asset and build a board culture where disagreement leads to clarity rather than division.

Scheduling a board meeting can feel like a Herculean task, especially when you're racing against the clock to finalise decisions or wrap up tasks that were sidelined in previous meetings due to time constraints.An annual board work plan can enhance your governance strategy and streamline board operations. A meticulously crafted board calendar is crucial for ensuring that meetings are balanced, comprehensive, and smoothly executed.Tailored to fit the unique needs and evolution of your organisation, the annual plan facilitates effective governance by offering a clear roadmap of responsibilities and key focus areas for the year.Not only does it empower board members to align personal schedules with their board duties, but it also minimises repetitive discussions and ensures all tasks are thoughtfully addressed. Drive strategic progress and organisational success with this indispensable planning resource.Join us for this free webinar and discover how the board annual work plan can elevate and streamline your board discussions.

Learn from three of Australasia's top governance professionals and why the preparation of board minutes is a vital component of directors’ responsibilities and what good minutes contain.  Includes: Bonus minute taking guide, and minutes template for attendees.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.Join our webinar 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!

Time is running out to re-register by April 2026 under the new Incorporated Societies Act 2022. Join us for this practical webinar.We will guide you on the new compliance obligations your society must meet, including updates to governance structures, officer duties, constitutional requirements, and how this may impact operational activities.Whether you're part of a sports club, cultural group, community organisation or any other member based association, the webinar will help you understand what’s changing, what’s required, and how to prepare with confidence.

Learn how to run a half-day strategy review that is focused and strategic with some of Australasia's leading experts in business strategic planning and governance.No plan survives contact with reality   The best strategy is one where there is a fearless discussion with directors and senior executives about what's not working and what we have missed.Join us for insights on to how to use each Board meeting as a mini review of the strategic plan and strengthen the strategic focus of the Board (and possibly making your Board meetings shorter). And techniques for an annual review (also short and focused with the Board and senior executive) which can be both an opportunity to reflect on the strategies, and a great induction opportunity for new Directors.

Learn how to develop and structure a strategic vision and board agenda that keeps the board focused on the important matters during the meeting.Focus only on those strategic items that matterDo your meetings tend to get unfocused or off-track, or are they a sound use of time, focusing on strategic items that move your organisation forward?Provide your directors with clarity on what they should do with each paper, and reduce the amount of time wasted on ineffectual discussions. Resources include a strategic board meeting guide and a strategic agenda template

In this focused webinar, Giselle is joined by internationally recognised governance specialists Steven Bowman, and Julie Garland McLellan for a grounded and insightful conversation about exceptional chairing. Together, they’ll unpack the behaviours, processes, and roles of highly effective chairs – drawing on decades of board experience across sectors. You’ll hear what great chairs do differently, how they create the conditions for productive meetings, and why the role is so central to board performance and culture. If you’re curious about developing your chairing capacity or want a taste of the frameworks and tools included in the full courses, this is the perfect place to start. What You’ll Learn in This Free WebinarAttending this webinar will give you practical insights into what makes an exceptional chair. This will help you to:Lead meeting with greater clarity, confidence, and control.Build stronger relationships with your board and executive team.Handle challenging dynamics with composure and fairness.Lift your board’s overall performance and culture

Effective directors benefit from understanding 'the art and science of influencing', inside and outside of the boardroom. Explore how you can increase your impact and contribute to better organisational outcomes.Board members and senior leaders of today must manage power dynamics, geopolitical risks, and economic uncertainty. This webinar covers effective stakeholder influence and negotiation amid changing alliances, trade issues, and regulations. With expert and participant insights, plus real-world case studies, this 45-minute introductory session focuses on:the impact of improved preparationusing a multi-scenario negotiation approachbuilding credibility individually and organisationallyapplying reception psychology to conflict management and decision-makingvalidating and understanding your negotiation stylefinding actionable strategies for personal growth

Directors don’t emerge from a pristine vacuum. They have lives with relationships, ownership of assets, and contractual duties which impact their ability to focus solely on the long-term best interests of your company. Any interest can become a conflict of interest — and even perceived conflicts can undermine trust, decision-making, and board confidence if they’re not handled well. Left unmanaged, small issues can quickly escalate into governance risks, reputational damage, or strained relationships around the board table. Proactive and transparent management is essential to maintaining integrity and protecting the organisation’s credibility.This webinar will give you the practical tools, tips, and templates to successfully manage your board’s conflicts of interest, strengthen transparency, and ensure your governance processes support clarity, fairness, and strong decision-making. You’ll learn how to identify different types of conflicts, how to document and declare them, and how to create a consistent framework that supports both compliance and good culture.See how BoardPro can quickly and efficiently manage your board and executive declared conflicts of interest and have these easily available for review at any time, ensuring your board can act with confidence, clarity, and complete transparency.

This webinar will help Directors and governance executives in organisations of all types understand Board Fees: Who? Why? What? and How Much?The convergence of regulatory, governance and data issues can be tricky – this webinar will help you make board fee management into a positive attribute, not a risk factor!This webinar will help you better navigate the spectrum of issues around board fees and, in particular, to understand issues relating to the quantum ($) of fees.  The webinar will be helpful whether your organisation has been paying fees for years or whether you are still considering whether to pay fees.If you are a director, you need to be aware of how to:Raise issues around Board fees without seeming self-serving, and while being sensitive to the culture of the organisation, especially if it is NFP.Make board fees a natural part of the organisation strategy, structure and culture (not an embarrassing issue that is avoided)Be confident about market norms and the possible approaches related to Board fees, and how to select the right mix for your organisationUnderstand stakeholder issues, perceptions and concerns regarding Board fees

Not every health and safety risk is visible. Many of the most damaging ones show up in how people lead, work, and interact.Most boards take health and safety seriously when it comes to physical risks, but it can be hard to know where to start when it comes to measuring, monitoring, and reducing mental harm.Join us to explore what psychosocial risk is, how it differs from psychological safety, and what good governance looks like when the risks come from culture, workload, or behaviour rather than the physical environment or tools.Whether you're on a board or in a leadership role, this webinar will help you understand, manage and govern one of the least visible – and most critical – areas of risk.

Learn the fine art of CEO reporting to the board in four simple steps in 45 minutes from industry and governance experts.A well-crafted CEO report is more than an update—it’s your most powerful communication tool. The best reports don’t just inform the board; they align directors around priorities, highlight risks, and spark meaningful discussion about the future. Whether you’re leading a nonprofit, small business, or growing enterprise, the right structure helps transform data into insight and insight into action.What You’ll Learn in This Free WebinarIn just 45 minutes, you’ll learn:How to structure your CEO report for clarity, focus, and impact.Which key metrics and insights boards value most.How to balance operational detail with strategic foresight.Tips from governance experts on writing concise, high-trust summaries that keep your board engaged.

Are you struggling to balance the competing interests and priorities of your Board and management? This webinar will teach you the keys to success. We'll explore how factors like your organisation's size and crises are influencing and impacting the line between governance and management, and how you can align expectations for high performance.1. Clarify the Governance–Management BoundaryHelp you understand the often-blurred line between governance and management, especially in contexts where organisational size, complexity, or external pressures create tension.2. Explore the Impact of Organisational ContextExamine how factors such as the size of the organisation and the presence of crises influence the roles, responsibilities, and boundaries between board and management.3. Align Expectations for High PerformanceProvide strategies to align the expectations of both the board and management so they can work together effectively toward shared goals.4. Equip Leaders with Practical ToolsOffer practical insights and frameworks that directors, chairs, and executives can use to balance competing priorities and foster constructive collaboration.

Join us for an engaging session designed for directors and executives ready to lead on the Social pillar of ESG. Discover practical frameworks, governance tools, and real-world examples to strengthen accountability, manage risk, and spot opportunities. Learn how investor expectations, regulatory shifts, and global standards are raising the bar - and how integrating social considerations into governance can drive both impact and long-term value and support effective decision-making.Whether you're a board member, executive, or team leader, this webinar will empower you to turn the S of ESG into opportunities for growth and strategic alignment.Objectives:Gain board-ready insights on how to integrate the Social (“S”) pillar.Understand investor and regulatory expectations shaping the future of ESG.Access practical frameworks and real-world examples.Identify opportunities for competitive advantage.Equip your board to lead with transparency, ethics, and impact.

What's making your sweat?Are you facing complex questions around strategy, governance or AI? How about risk and resilience, culture, or representation? In this session we’ll address the stickiest issues facing each of these areas, as voted by you, on the day.To surface the biggest challenges, we’ll use 'Group Wisdom', a technique developed by Peakbalance to take your collective input on the fly. It’s instant, anonymous and will allow us to address the ‘unspeakable’ things.We’ll then turn to the mighty Julie Garland McLellan, CEO of The Directors Dilemma to share her insights into tackling these most vexing of issues.If you’re wondering where the real challenges are likely to lay in your governance journey, this is a webinar not to be missed. Your perspective will be captured in real time and we can’t wait to see what is (really) challenging boards in the year ahead.

Join us for a sharp and insightful 45-minutes webinar exploring the foundations of good governance through a global lens. We’ll unpack international governance standards, examine real-world events from around the globle, and consider how these lessons can lift the effectiveness of boards here in New Zealand and Australia.Whether you’re a trustee, director, or chair, this session will help you:Understand how key governance principles are defined around the world.Gain practical tools to improve compliance, leadership, and board culture.Reflect on your own role and responsibilities in light of global best practice.Led by governance expert Tracey Cross and joined by international panellists Miranda Flury and Steve Bowman, this webinar offers an opportunity to benchmark, reflect, and reframe how we do governance – locally and globally.

Sometimes boards behave badly.Unhelpful dynamics, disruptive behaviours, or misplaced priorities can derail the best of intentions in the boardroom. At times, these issues stem from a simple lack of guidance and support. At other times, even with clear expectations and resources in place, challenges persist.That’s where leadership must step up. The Chair, Company Secretary, or CEO often play a critical role in setting the tone, managing expectations, and addressing behaviour head-on. Doing so not only protects the integrity of the board’s work but also safeguards the organisation’s reputation.This webinar will explore practical strategies for recognising when a board is veering off track—and how to course-correct effectively. You’ll gain insight into proven techniques to:Manage difficult personalities while maintaining professionalism.Re-establish standards of conduct and accountability.Support constructive, value-adding dialogue at the board table.Protect the reputation of both the board and the organisation.Whether you’re a seasoned chair, an experienced company secretary, or an executive navigating these challenges for the first time, this session will provide the clarity and tools you need to ensure your board stays focused, productive, and respected.

Practical Tools for Directors of Sports Associations & Clubs Join our Sports Governance Essentials webinars to gain practical knowledge and insights for running your sports organisation and leading effectively and with confidence. Perfect for all directors: starting out, seasoned or aspiring. Are you on the board and leading a large sports body or a small local club? These Sports Governance Essentials webinars are packed with practical tips and tools for directors of all levels. We’ll cover how to run productive meetings, the key responsibilities of directors, and how to use board papers to drive informed decisions.We’ll also dive into crucial topics like understanding your constitution, managing conflicts of interest, and ensuring legal compliance—all in a clear, easy-to-follow way. Plus, we’ll provide key strategies for chairing meetings productively, so the balance between strategy and operations is properly managed.  For those of you more experienced come along as you never know what gem may be dropped; governance learning never stops! Questions are very welcome throughout the sessions, giving you the chance to get the answers you need.

Join us to explore what rising leaders expect, with a particular focus on Digital Fluency, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Transparency, and Real-time access. Learn how mentoring can advance the next wave of Not for Profit (NFP) board members, and how tools like BoardPro are reshaping onboarding and induction to meet the pace of modern governance.This webinar will help boards understand how to attract, engage, and support the next generation of directors by aligning governance practices with evolving expectations.

Think your AI project is just about tech? Think again. This session uncovers the human implications and blind spots boards overlook but can no longer afford to ignore.From biased hiring tools to disappearing entry-level roles, AI is already reshaping who gets hired, who thrives, and who leads next. Shadow AI use is bypassing governance, widening inequality, and introducing costly security risks, often without board visibility. Women, early-career talent, and underrepresented groups face disproportionate displacement. This webinar is about sharpening awareness - you’ll leave with the right questions to ask, early warning signs to watch, and a clearer understanding of the workforce changes quietly taking shape under your leadership.Who should attend?This webinar is essential for board members, CEOs, senior executives, and governance leaders who want to understand the hidden workforce and governance risks AI is creating in their organisations.

Learn how to identify the right culture for your strategy and how to grow that into a great culture that “lives” within your organisation and drives successful performance. We are all currently operating in an environment of significant change, however how many of us are reviewing our organisational culture to ensure it is still aligned to our Strategy and fit for purpose. This webinar will assist you to ensure a common understanding of what culture is and how to identify a culture that drives organisational success.This webinar is aimed at board members, CEOs, senior management and anyone who has accountability for organisational Culture.

Learn how to integrate foresight tools into your Strategy development process to provide a clearer picture of how future possibilities may unfold and how your organisation may need to adapt to be successful.This webinar unbundles the key steps to developing a Strategy using the tools of foresight to better inform Strategic Priorities and long term plans.Understand the components of Strategy according to the International Standard ISO37000Learn how to identify the signals of the future that exist todayLearn how to identify the drivers of change that are impacting on your operating environmentLearn how to use these futuring tools to inform your Strategy development process, including identifying opportunities and risks.This webinar is aimed at board members, CEOs, senior management and anyone who has accountability for organisational Strategy.

Join us for a two-part webinar series on the Incorporated Societies Act 2022—the most significant reform of New Zealand society law in over a century.These sessions will guide you through the key changes and new compliance obligations your society must meet, including updates to governance structures, officer duties, constitutional requirements,  financial reporting and how this may impact operational activities.You'll learn why re-registration before the April 2026 deadline is critical, the risks of inaction, and how to practically update your constitution and operational practices. Whether you're part of a sports club, cultural group, community organisation or any other member based association, these two webinars will help you understand what’s changing, what’s required, and how to prepare with confidence

Practical insights on board effectiveness, director remuneration, and governance best practice – grounded in data, and designed for today’s board challenges.Is your board aligned, effective, and paying directors fairly?Join Governance Expert, Giselle McLachlan and Strategic Pay’s Michelle Read for an evidence-backed session on how boards across New Zealand and Australia should be paying and performing in the boardroom. This practical, engaging webinar explores the latest governance and director remuneration insights to help your board plan, pay and perform with purpose.We’ll cover:Trends and insights for director remunerationBest practice for board evaluations, skills matrices, and succession planningThe role of the Chair in setting tone, performance expectations, and pay discussionsPerfect for directors, executives, and governance professionals wanting to lift boardroom practice and ensure governance processes are future fit.

Join us for a two-part webinar series on the Incorporated Societies Act 2022—the most significant reform of New Zealand society law in over a century.These sessions will guide you through the key changes and new compliance obligations your society must meet, including updates to governance structures, officer duties, constitutional requirements,  financial reporting and how this may impact operational activities.You'll learn why re-registration before the April 2026 deadline is critical, the risks of inaction, and how to practically update your constitution and operational practices. Whether you're part of a sports club, cultural group, community organisation or any other member based association, these two webinars will help you understand what’s changing, what’s required, and how to prepare with confidence. 

Strategic thinking is about shifting from oversight to foresight—shaping the future, not just managing the present. By asking sharper questions, fostering strategic awareness, and unlocking new possibilities, boards can drive lasting impact for the communities they serve.Join us for 45 minutes of insights, practical tools and easy-to-implement techniques aimed squarely at helping Directors think strategically. 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.

What does it really mean to be a director?This clear, practical session explains your personal responsibilities, legal duties and what good directors know—and do—before, during, and after meetings.Whether you're a new director or have years of board experience, it's always important to understand, know and remember what being a director means when it comes to duties, roles and responsibilities. This session is a straightforward look at what the law expects, how responsibility sits with you as an individual, and the difference between staying in your lane and overstepping.We’ll cover key principles of good governance, risks to be aware of, and how to think clearly about your role—especially given that no situation will ever occur twice and your decisions will depend on facts, circumstances and your knowledge of your role.  If you want to contribute with confidence, this is the place to start.

AI risk isn’t theoretical—it’s happening now.Learn how boards across Australia and New Zealand are building fluency, oversight, and safeguards to steer their organisations through the AI era with confidence.With 76% of companies already using AI—including 69% deploying generative AI—the risks are real, and the responsibilities are rising. Directors are now expected to foresee and govern the ethical, legal, and strategic impacts of AI.In this session, we’ll unpack the evolving regulatory landscape, share practical tools to map AI use across your organisation, and explore how leading boards are managing shadow AI, black box decisions, and compliance threats. If you’re a Chair, Director or executive leader, this is your briefing on how to govern AI risk without outsourcing your judgement.

Governance lives in the grey zone—especially when it comes to the board’s role in Human Resources (HR) oversight. Join us to explore how boards can navigate this space with clarity and alignment. Discover how HR oversight can be interpreted—and applied—in ways that best serve your board’s unique context.In this timely and practical webinar, we’ll explore how boards can bring clarity and alignment to their oversight of Human Resources. You’ll learn how to navigate the grey areas, establish appropriate boundaries, and ensure your governance approach supports both organisational strategy and workforce wellbeing.What you’ll take away:A clearer understanding of the board’s responsibilities in HR mattersPractical guidance for navigating areas like executive performance, succession, culture, and workforce riskTools to align your HR oversight with your board’s purpose, structure, and risk appetiteWhether you're a board member, chair, or executive working closely with the board, this session will equip you with insights to govern with confidence in one of the most nuanced areas of board responsibility.

Governance lives in the grey zone—where strategy and risk meet oversight. Join us to explore how boards can navigate this space with clarity and alignment. Discover how strategic and risk oversight can be interpreted—and applied—in ways that best serve your board’s unique context.Governance doesn’t happen in black and white. It lives in the grey zone—where strategic direction and risk oversight intersect. This space is complex, often unclear, and highly dependent on your board’s unique context.In this practical and thought-provoking session, we’ll unpack how boards can navigate the grey zone with clarity, alignment, and confidence. You’ll learn how to interpret and apply strategic and risk oversight in ways that support sound decision-making and forward momentum.Join us to explore:What the “governance grey zone” really means—and why it mattersHow boards can balance strategic opportunity with risk mitigationPractical tools to align your oversight with your organisation’s purpose and prioritiesWhether you’re a director, chair, or executive supporting the board, this webinar will sharpen your understanding of governance at the intersection of strategy and risk—and help your board lead more effectively in uncertain times

What are your obligations as a business owner, and how do you know if you are actually compliant? Even with a small team or limited resources, there are simple tools you can use to create accountability and protect your business. This webinar will show you how to build a fit for purpose compliance programme that works.Who should attend?If you’re a leader in a small or medium-sized business, compliance can feel overwhelming, expensive, or like something only big corporates need to worry about. But the truth is, the risks are real—and so are the opportunities to get it right without over-engineering your approach.This webinar will show you how to build a compliance program that’s fit-for-purpose: practical, cost-effective, and aligned with the size and stage of your business. You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and a toolkit you can apply immediately to protect your business, your reputation, and your future growth. If you’re unsure where to start—or worried you’re missing something—this session is for you.

AI doesn’t replace your expertise, it sharpens it. Learn how to use AI to cut through noise, highlight key insights, and walk into your next board meeting ready to ask the questions that matter."With 55% of board packs over 200 pages" (AICD), directors have limited time and little signal in the noise. AI can help you focus on what matters and show up sharper than ever.Most directors and executives spend hours preparing for board meetings only to get lost in hundreds of pages of reports.But what if AI could help you prep faster and smarter? This webinar shows how leaders are using AI to summarise complex board materials, and explore new insights to shape better questions, without compromising confidentiality.You’ll see how to save time, sharpen your focus, and ask better questions that drive real outcomes. Whether you’re an executive reporting to the board or a director seeking clarity, this session is your shortcut to smarter board prep.

What Every Board Director Needs to Know Before Letting AI Into the BoardroomAI is already supporting admin tasks across organisations - but board minutes? That’s governance territory. In this session, we reveal how boards are experimenting with AI, what risks are emerging, and how to trial smartly, without sacrificing trust or accountability.Minutes are not just meeting notes, they’re legal records, strategic artifacts, and potential liabilities. As AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, Fireflies, and Otter slip into board workflows, many directors are starting to ask the question: Are we gaining efficiency, or risking everything?What You’ll LearnThe real opportunities AI brings to board adminThe silent risks hiding in AI-generated transcripts and draftsHow AI could impact confidentiality, legal privilege, and discoverabilityWhy minute-taking ≠ transcription and what boards must protect

In a world dominated by rapid change, fear and increasing uncertainty. Decisions on Cyber Security are difficult. Stakeholders and customers are intolerant of mistakes and vendors are focused on ‘monetising anxiety’. The use of AI in both attack and defence is increasing the complexity of decision making.This webinar will focus on how to develop an Adaptive Cyber Security Strategy for your organisation and will include:The role of the board in cyber security governanceCreating resilience in the face of constant changeShifting form reactive to proactive operationsMoving beyond compliance to threat informed decision makingWorkforce readiness and business first focusWe will use recent examples of our work (AGLX) and cases from other organisations to illustrate our points and will provide the ‘Adaptive Cyber Security Guide’ to participants at the end of the session.

Great governance depends on more than structure, it hinges on strong relationships, clarity, and trust. When boards and executive teams are aligned, organisations move with purpose and confidence. When roles blur, the friction can slow everything down.In this practical and insightful session, we’ll explore how boards and management can strengthen collaboration through clearer roles, better communication, and a shared focus on purpose. We’ll focus on the critical relationships especially between the Chair and Chief Executive, and how mutual respect and alignment can drive better outcomes for everyone.Whether you’re a director, executive, or work closely with both, this webinar will give you tools and insights to improve the dynamics at the board table

Sometimes, boards struggle to find the right balance—either glossing over crucial details in pursuit of the ‘big picture’ or getting lost in the weeds of operational minutiae, missing the strategic forest for the trees.This webinar will show you how to write board reports that bring clarity, direction, and focus to your boardroom conversations. You’ll learn how to highlight what truly matters, frame information for strategic discussion, and support informed decision-making without overwhelming your board with unnecessary detail.Whether you’re preparing reports for governance, strategy, or performance, this session will help you elevate your reporting to ensure the board stays focused, aligned, and engaged with the issues that really count.

Chairing a board committee is more than just managing meetings—it’s about leadership, clarity, and impact. A well-run committee enhances board efficiency, sharpens decision-making, and ensures critical issues receive the focus they deserve. But what makes an effective committee chair?Join Giselle McLachlan, Lynda Carroll, and Fiona McKenzie as they unpack best practices for leading with confidence, fostering productive discussions, and managing board dynamics effectively. Whether you're a seasoned chair or stepping into the role for the first time, this session will equip you with the insights and tools to drive stronger governance outcomes.

Tips for transitioning to a board portalIs your board still relying on paper-based processes or scattered digital files? Transitioning to a board portal can streamline governance, enhance security, and improve board efficiency—but where do you start? Join us for this insightful webinar as we break down the key steps to successfully moving to board management software.Learn best practices, avoid common pitfalls, and discover how a well-structured transition can save time and simplify board administration. Whether you're exploring your options or ready to make the shift, this session will provide the guidance you need. 

The unsung powerhouse of governanceBehind every high-performing board is a Company Secretary who ensures seamless governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic alignment. As the trusted adviser to directors, the Company Secretary holds a unique position—balancing corporate authority, ethical integrity, and practical judgement to navigate complex governance landscapes.Whether in a listed company, a not-for-profit, or a government entity, this role is far more than just administrative; it is pivotal in shaping decision-making, mitigating risks, and upholding the organisation’s reputation. However, with great influence comes potential for conflict—demanding discretion, diplomacy, and deep technical expertise.Join us as we explore the multifaceted responsibilities of the Company Secretary and uncover how this role can elevate board effectiveness, enhance corporate governance, and steer the organisation towards long-term success.

Join us as we explore how directors can support work to be the means for people to realise their potential and do great things.Success with your organisational goals is entirely dependent on the performance of your people. Learn how boards can enable improved management practices and set expectations around work design and organisational culture. This can support increased wellbeing, innovation and productivity, in addition to reducing worker burnout and unwanted turnover.Workplace practices can also have a positive impact on wellbeing well beyond the workplace, ultimately making our communities more resilient and contributing to society’s psychosocial health and prosperity

Discover how AI enhances boards to gain innovative strategic insights and productivity tools to meet governance challenges and improve decision making and transformative opportunities.AI enables boards to concentrate on value-added activities by automating tasks and enhancing decision-making. Join us to learn how to implement practical use cases of AI, such as custom AI tools and personas that will boost your productivity and help you guarantee future-ready governance.You will learn how AI integration strategies enable boards to embrace innovation, improve efficiency, and navigate challenges in a rapidly changing governance environment. You will get actionable tips on developing AI policies and overcoming the challenges of implementing them to ensure smooth board integration

Story is the thread. It connects everything.Shared knowledge drives the success of our species. The capacity to build and believe in abstract thought is our defining characteristic:We communicate in story. We view the world through default narratives. We need to believe. Strong, consistent stories bind our organisations. Our purpose or just cause, well told, will bring us closer to and connects us with our stakeholders. Outside your organisation people form their own stories about you and your activities. You can contribute both positively and negatively to that narrative. Certainly, you should not let others frame your story for you without a coherent attempt to influence its direction.But remember there are two sides to every story and that a story only has meaning from the perspective of the recipient not the teller.Take a moment to reflect on how your organisation’s story is being told, received, and understood—by attending our free webinar this month.

Effective crisis management starts long before a crisis hits. Boards play a critical role in this. With a fiduciary duty and responsibility to protect the interests of shareholders, effective crisis response is a critical part of the board’s mandate to oversee good governance and management of risk. It is one part of the board’s normal assessment of the ongoing viability and sustainability of its business.Boards must be equipped to lead with foresight, agility, and strategic clarity. This webinar offers an invaluable opportunity to enhance your governance toolkit and deepen your understanding of effective crisis management and strategic oversight. Whether you’re a board member, chair, or senior executive, you’ll gain actionable insights to help you:Strengthen your governance skills: Learn how to anticipate risks and ensure your board is prepared for the unexpected.Enhance decision-making: Discover strategies to improve crisis response and align boardroom decisions with long-term organisational sustainability.Build organizational resilience: Explore practical approaches to fostering a culture of adaptability and proactive risk management.Gain expert insights: Hear from seasoned professionals who will share real-world examples and best practices for leading through uncertainty.Don’t miss this chance to sharpen your strategic thinking and contribute to stronger, more effective boardroom leadership.