Andrew Seerden 
Why do boards get CEO succession wrong? Most boards know CEO succession matters. Few treat it that way. It sits on the agenda in theory. In practice, it gets deferred, … Read more
What makes a board truly effective? A board becomes truly effective when five ingredients combine: directors recruited for operational scars rather than corporate logos, agendas that protect at least half … Read more
Why is a risk register no longer enough to govern through disruption? A risk register tracks what is already visible. It does not stress-test what could break the business when … Read more
How does a Chair build psychological safety at board level? Most boards only hear what the CEO wants them to hear. A Chair fixes that through structure, culture, and deliberate … Read more
What is the difference between sub-committees and advisory boards? Sub-committees sit inside formal governance. Members carry fiduciary duty and legal liability. Their job is compliance, risk, and detailed oversight. Advisory … Read more
Why do some advisory boards fail to deliver value? Advisory boards fail when structure, people, or process break down. Research shows around 10% deliver little or no value, while 77% … Read more
Why is strategy not a plan? Strategy and planning are not the same thing. Strategy defines where the business is going and why. Planning determines how it will get there. … Read more
Why should your Board act more like a Therapist than a Surgeon? A board should act more like a therapist than a surgeon because the most effective oversight builds capability … Read more
Advisory Board Trends 2026: Six Shifts Reshaping How B2B Leaders Govern Growth What are the key Advisory Board trends 2026 will bring for B2B businesses? Six trends will reshape Advisory … Read more
What is an Advisory Board Charter? An Advisory Board Charter, also called the Terms of Reference, is the foundational document that translates strategic purpose into a workable process. It defines … Read more