Introducing The Boardroom Path Podcast

At Sainty Hird & Partners, we’ve been at the forefront of recruiting senior board members across the City, Industry, the Public Sector, and NGOs for over 30 years. Alongside our recruitment services, we now also offer board evaluations, coaching, and mentoring for those seeking to transition from an executive career into the boardroom.

As part of our commitment to supporting aspiring and newly appointed Non-Executive Directors (NEDs), we are excited to launch The Boardroom Path podcast. This new series offers practical advice and valuable insights from leading figures in the board advisory and NED world.

In each episode, we will explore how to make a successful transition into the boardroom, where to focus your time and energy, and how to be most effective as a board member. The goal is to equip you with the tools and strategies needed to build a successful career as an NED, all while reflecting on how you can make a meaningful impact in the boardroom.

Episode 5: Patrick Dunne on Next Gen Boards: Unlocking the Power of Five Generations‍

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In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson is joined by board expert Patrick Dunne OBE to unpack the practicalities of becoming a high-impact NED. Drawing from decades of leadership, governance advisory, and his acclaimed book Boards, Patrick shares how the "three Ps" — Purpose, People, and Process — provide the foundation for effective governance.

The discussion covers everything from mindset shifts and influencing skills to generational diversity and the role of Next Gen boards. Whether you’re an aspiring director, new to boardroom life, or looking to deepen your strategic impact, this conversation offers valuable, actionable insights grounded in real-world experience.

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