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Board Advisory Preparation
Structured preparation for non-executive director and board-level roles, from governance awareness to interview coaching and portfolio career positioning.
What the Preparation Covers
Moving into a board or non-executive role requires a different kind of preparation. The skills that made you successful as an executive do not automatically translate into boardroom credibility. This service helps you build the narrative, knowledge and confidence needed to secure and succeed in board-level appointments.
- an assessment of your board readiness: skills, gaps, and credibility
- governance and fiduciary awareness briefing tailored to your target sectors
- portfolio career strategy: how to position yourself across multiple appointments
- board CV and biography preparation (distinct from an executive CV)
- interview coaching specific to board and NED selection processes
- guidance on building a visible profile in the non-executive market
- networking strategy for board-level introductions and appointments
- understanding of different board types: listed, private, charity, public sector, and advisory
Who This Is For
This service is designed for:
- senior executives considering their first non-executive director appointment
- leaders transitioning from full-time executive roles into a portfolio career
- professionals who have been approached about a board role and want to prepare properly
- experienced NEDs seeking to expand into new sectors or higher-profile appointments
- executives who want to combine an executive role with a non-executive position
Why Preparation Matters
Board appointments are competitive, relationship-driven and often opaque. Many capable executives are overlooked because they do not know how to position themselves for board roles, or because their CV and narrative are still framed around operational delivery rather than governance, oversight, and strategic challenge. We help you bridge that gap by building a credible board proposition that reflects your experience, judgement and the value you would bring to a boardroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need board experience to use this service?
No. This service is specifically designed for executives seeking their first board appointment, as well as those looking to expand an existing portfolio. We assess your readiness and help you build a credible proposition regardless of your starting point.
Does this include a board CV?
Yes. A board-focused CV is part of the preparation. This is a distinct document from an executive CV. It is shorter, governance-focused, and structured around the contribution you would make as a non-executive director.
Can you help with charity or public sector boards?
Yes. We cover all board types, including listed companies, private businesses, charities, NHS trusts, public bodies and advisory boards. Each has different expectations and we tailor the preparation accordingly.
How many sessions are involved?
Typically two to three sessions, depending on your experience level and the complexity of your board ambitions. The process includes a readiness assessment, narrative development and interview preparation.
Can this be combined with NED CV writing?
Yes, and it often is. The board preparation gives you the strategic clarity, and the NED CV captures it in a document designed for board search firms and appointments committees.
30 Years at the Top of Executive Careers. Let’s Talk About Yours.
Book a free, confidential discussion with one of our senior consultants. We will review your current situation and tell you honestly what your next move needs to achieve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is board advisory preparation?
It is structured preparation for non-executive director and board-level roles, covering board-readiness assessment, governance and fiduciary awareness, interview coaching, and portfolio career positioning.
Who is it for?
Experienced executives moving toward non-executive, advisory, trustee, or chair appointments, where the skills that made you a successful executive do not automatically translate into boardroom credibility.
What does it include?
It typically combines an assessment of your board readiness, a governance and fiduciary awareness briefing tailored to your target sectors, portfolio career strategy, and interview coaching. Scope and pricing are confirmed during your initial discussion.
