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SUMMARY:Sector Insights Series - NED Role in Financial Services
DESCRIPTION:Expanding your board portfolio into financial services? \nOr preparing for your first non-executive director role with ambitions to serve on a financial services board? \nJoin us for this focused webinar exploring the opportunities\, challenges and realities of NEDship in the financial services sector. \nHear directly from experienced NEDonBoard members as they share their journeys into board roles across financial services organisations. Gain insights into the unique governance\, regulatory and strategic considerations that shape the sector\, and learn how these vary depending on an organisation’s size\, maturity and business model. \nThe session will also explore the transferable skills\, practices and governance standards that apply across sectors\, helping you identify how your existing experience can add value in financial services. \nWhether you are looking to secure your first board appointment or broaden your portfolio into a new sector\, this webinar will provide practical insights and inspiration for your NED journey. \nTimings BST: \n\n12:00 – Welcome\n12:02 – Panel\n12:40 – Audience Q&A\n12:50 – Concluding comments\n[13:00 – Optional online networking]\n\nAbout the Speakers: \n\nFrank Brown is a NED and board advisor. He currently serves on the board of a Fintech credit card provider. He is also a consultant specialising in Governance\, Risk and Regulatory frameworks\, having previously been a Senior Director with Hogan Lovells.\nJill Dodds was appointed to The Bank of New York Mellon (International) Board as an independent non-executive director on 21 June 2021. She serves as Chair of the Company’s Nomination Committee of the Board (SMF 13) also sits on both the Audit and Risk Committees.  Jill is a former accomplished Senior Executive Managing Director. Her Senior Executive role was at UBS Global Asset Management\, where as Chair of the European Equities Board\, comprising twenty Senior Investors\, she contributed to European assets under management expanding from $20bn to $80bn and as Co-Head of Global Equity Investment increased the Global Equity mandates from almost zero to $40bn largely sourced in the US. She personally managed both European and Global Equity Funds and has a deep understanding of risk and return. Jill also ran her own Board Advisory business for ten years working with companies in Financial Services\, Renewable Energy and Intellectual Property.\nSundeep Bhandari is a seasoned independent NED\, whose current board portfolio includes a number of roles within financial services. He typically serves on audit\, risk and compliance committees; and is a SID\, Vice Chair or Board Chair. Sundeep also serves on the board of a non-profit and is also a Magistrate.\nLouise Wilson\, a portfolio board member across a multitude of sectors (including a recent (2024) appointment within FS on the board of a building society) will be chairing the discussion.\n\n  \nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the event registration form. \n(Members remember to login first before registering to the session!) \nDial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/sector-insights-series-ned-role-in-financial-services/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T200000
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SUMMARY:Finding Your Voice in the Boardroom: The First 90 days as a Non-Executive Director
DESCRIPTION:The early months of a non-executive director appointment are critical. \nHow a new NED listens\, questions\, challenges and contributes in the boardroom has a direct impact on their effectiveness and credibility. \nThis in-person session\, delivered jointly by CFA UK and NEDonBoard\, will focus on the first 90 days in a NED role and what it really takes to establish authority and influence at board level. \n  \nSpeakers: \n\nEllen Watson-Hicks\, a qualified accountant with 25 years of experience in financial services\, most recently as a Chief Risk & Compliance Officer. She has recently been appointed on the board of a wildlife charity and is an independent member of the Investment Panel of Westminster Abbey.\nGeorge Spentzos is an Advisory Board Member at LNG Capital and Board Governor at CFA Institute. George is Past Chairman and Fellow of the CFA Society of the UK. His financial career has spanned leading hedge funds (Brevan Howard\, Cheyne Capital) and global investment banks (Société Générale\, Nomura).\nNicky Heathcote currently holds the position of chair at both the Conveyancing Association and the PCCB Compliance Committee. She stepped down from chairing the Board of Propertymark in 2023 and joined PEXA as an Ambassador advisor to the UK Board. Her extensive experience is supported by her previous high-level roles in the public sector\, including her tenure as Chief of Staff at HM Land Registry and her work at the Gambling Commission.\nFacilitated by Elise Perraud\, NEDonBoard COO\, board trustee\, non-executive director and chair of finance & risk committee\n\nFormat: \n\nPanel discussion followed by peer networking.\n\nTo Attend:  \n\nMembers: remember to login first before signing up to the event.\nThis is an in-person event. Taking place in London\, the location will be shared via email.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/finding-your-voice-in-the-boardroom-the-first-90-days-as-a-non-executive-director/
LOCATION:Events @ No 6\, 6 Alie Street\, London\, E1 8QT\, Events @ No 6\, 6 Alie Street\, London\, E1 8QT
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T124500
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SUMMARY:How Can NEDs and Boards Add Value in a Fast Changing Environment?
DESCRIPTION:NEDonBoard members have increasingly referenced a VUCA (volatile\, uncertain\, complex\, ambiguous) external environment in which businesses and charities are operating in today.\n\nThis online fireside chat explores through the NED lens how to approach investment and navigate the rapidly evolving digital and geopolitical landscape with perspectives from portfolio board member Priya Guha MBE.\nPriya works across technology\, innovation and investment in the UK and globally.\nShe is a Non-Executive Director at Reach PLC\, UK Research & Innovation & Herald Investment Trust\, Senior Independent Director at Digital Catapult & GB Badminton\, Advisor to Gallos Technologies & We Are Spark\, a member of the Investment Governance Board at Future Planet Capital\, the Responsible AI UK International Ambassadors Council\, and is Associate Faculty at Hult Ashridge.\nShe was previously GM for RocketSpace\, launching their UK operations. Priya used to be a career diplomat\, most recently as British Consul General to San Francisco and previously in India and Spain. She now chairs the Indian Federation of Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) UK Advisory Group. Priya also sits on the RAEng International Committee\, Durham University Business School International & Venture Lab Advisory Boards and Global Tech Advocates Advisory Board. She is a Trustee at TechSheCan.\nPriya was awarded an MBE in 2021 for services to international trade and women in innovation.\n\n  \nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the event registration form. \n(Members remember to login first before registering to the session!) \nDial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/how-can-neds-and-boards-add-value-in-a-fast-changing-environment/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T123000
DTSTAMP:20260516T070034Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T070034Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: How to Identify\, Scrutinise and Articulate your Value as a NED and Chair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this interactive session exploring how a NED’s value and risk profile shows up under real scrutiny today.\nDesigned for first time NEDs\, as well as experienced NEDs and Chairs re-evaluating their board value add to:\n\n\nclarify where you genuinely add board value (and where you don’t)\, and\npressure-test how that value and what you communicate is perceived by boards and search firms\n\nThis event brings together board search perspectives with experts from GatenbySanderson and Warren Partners\, alongside a reputation lens from ReputationDefender. \nYou will learn what information board search firms rely on when evaluating potential NED and Chair appointments\, how online presence is scrutinised as part of due diligence\, and how candidates can strengthen their positioning. The panel will also explore how to align your experience with organisational strategy\, board composition and role specifications—highlighting how AI can support this process. \nFollowing the panel\, participants will take part in an interactive workshop led by ReputationDefender\, focusing on how to leverage AI tools to review\, refine and articulate your unique board value proposition. \nThis session also offers a valuable opportunity to network with board search professionals and peers from the NED community\, making it both a learning and relationship-building experience. \n\nSpeakers: \n\nMark Turner\, Partner at board search firm GatenbySanderson\nTim Kemp\, Partner at board and executive search firm Warren Partners\nAnd online reputation expertise from Upinder (Paul) Thiara of ReputationDefender\nChairing the session is NEDonBoard member and portfolio NED Catherine Lynch\n\nTo Attend:  \n\nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the event registration form.\n(Members should login first before registering to the session!)\nThis event will take place in Central London.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/workshop-how-to-identify-scrutinise-and-articulate-your-value-as-a-ned/
LOCATION:HEC UK House\, HEC UK House\, 43 Parker Street\, London\, WC2B 5PS
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T131500
DTSTAMP:20260218T165857Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of Digital  - What is on the Horizon for Boards (Chair of IBM UK)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is designed for Non-Executive Directors who want to gain insights into near-term future digital advancements and what they mean for effective board oversight.\nNEDonBoard has invited Dr Nicola Hodson\, Chair of IBM UK and Ireland\, to share emerging technologies\, evolving digital risks\, and strategic opportunities shaping organisations over the next few years.\n\nConsideration will also be given to how boards can strengthen governance\, challenge executive thinking\, and ensure digital readiness in an increasingly complex environment. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker: \nDr Nicola Hodson was appointed Chair\, IBM UK and Ireland\, in January 2025. Prior to taking on this role\, Dr Hodson served as Chief Executive IBM UK and Ireland\, a position she held for two years. \nDr Hodson is an accomplished technology industry leader with a deep understanding of the challenges facing the tech industry\, as well as extensive experience in business and digital transformation. In 2023\, 2024 and again in 2025\, Dr Hodson ranked highly in Computer Weekly’s list of the 50 most influential people in UK technology\, and in CRN’s 2024 A-List. \nAs Deputy President of techUK\, the trade association for the IT industry\, Dr Hodson has a wide breadth of experience and understanding of the tech sector\, from large companies to start-ups\, coupled with significant experience in the energy sector. She has extensive Board experience across multiple sectors\, including Beazley plc\, Drax Group plc\, the Department for Science\, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). She has formerly served as a non-executive at Ofgem\, the UK Council for Child Internet Safety\, the Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) group\, as a governor of Bradfield College\, and as a director of start-up Bramble Energy. \n\n\n  \n\n\nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the event registration form. \n(Members remember to login first before registering to the session!) \nDial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/the-future-of-digital-what-is-on-the-horizon-for-boards-chair-of-ibm-uk/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T124500
DTSTAMP:20260324T081434Z
CREATED:20251111T104035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T081434Z
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SUMMARY:Shaping the Future — Ethical AI for Board Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence is transforming how organisations operate\, compete\, and deliver value. \nFor boards\, the challenge is no longer whether to adopt AI\, but how to do so responsibly — ensuring innovation is balanced with ethical governance\, transparency\, and trust. \nIn this NED Insights session\, we will explore how boards can effectively oversee AI strategy\, risk\, and opportunity with attention to AI ethical risks including: \n\n\ndata privacy (autonomy)\n\n\nbias & discrimination\n\n\nimpact on the environment\n\n\neffective risk management in practice (committees)\n\nwhat questions NEDs should be raising in the boardroom\n\nTo bring the session alive\, we will share practical examples of the ethical risks arising from the use of AI and how NEDs can challenge and influence effectively.\n\nAbout the Speaker: \nGareth John has over 30 years qualified experience as a lawyer\, advising boards and C-suites in multinational environments\, and coaching professionals who are navigating leadership\, growth\, and change. \nHe has a Master’s degree in Practical Ethics from the University of Oxford\, with a focus on AI ethics. Gareth has chaired ethics and compliance committees and advised boards on corporate governance\, legal risk management and ethical leadership. \nHe is also a trustee for SAPERE (now Thoughtful) a charity advocating philosophical thinking in education. \n\n\n  \n\n\nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the event registration form. \n(Members remember to login first before registering to the session!) \nDial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/shaping-the-future-ethical-ai-for-board-leaders/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T174500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T200000
DTSTAMP:20251201T125056Z
CREATED:20250612T142413Z
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SUMMARY:AI & Innovation for Board Leaders: Insights from Google and NEDonBoard
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Non-Executive Directors at this exclusive AI and Innovation-themed event organised by NEDonBoard and hosted by Google\, designed to equip NEDs with the insight and foresight needed to navigate today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. This high-level session will explore the transformative power of AI\, emerging technologies\, and innovation-driven governance\, providing practical tools to strengthen strategic oversight and boardroom effectiveness. \nWhy Attend? \n\n\nGain Strategic Clarity: Understand how AI and innovation are reshaping industries and what this means for board-level decision-making. \n\n\nStrengthen Oversight: Learn to ask the right questions and evaluate AI-related opportunities and risks. \n\n\nEnhance Board Value: Stay ahead of technological trends that influence long-term growth and stakeholder trust. \n\n\nNetwork with Peers: Exchange perspectives with other NEDs navigating similar challenges and responsibilities. \n\n\nThis event is tailored for NEDs who want to lead confidently in an age of disruption and transformation. Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your boardroom impact. \n✍ \nFormat:\nThis London-based and online event features an engaging expert panel\, interactive discussions\, and informal networking opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders. \nTimings: \n\n5:45pm – In-person attendee arrivals (teas & coffees provided)\n6:10pm –  Online attendees join & Panel introduced\n6:15pm – Panel discussion and audience Q&A\n7:15pm – Informal networking (teas & coffees provided)\n8:00pm – Session close\n\nSpeakers: \n\nAndy MacInnes – is a CTO and Director of Engineering\, Retail and CPG EMEA at Google.  Andy is an experienced C-Level Technologist whose expertise is helping Google and their customers to navigate through the complexity of AI\, data and tech.\nRajiv Peter – is a strategic technology leader with 20+ years driving public\, private\, and NGO sector digital transformation. He is CTO and part of the executive board at Notting Hill Genesis; and NED at Golding Homes. He is recognised on the CIO 100 list for 2025.\nSarah McKenna – is CEO of globally recognised data and digital transformation firm. With experience as a NED and Executive leader across APAC\, Europe\, the UK\, and Australia\, Sarah brings a global perspective to the challenges of modern enterprise leadership.\nThe panel will be chaired by Andrew Archibald.\n\n➡️ To Attend:  \nRegister to this event – secure your place today to take the next step in your NED career and ensure your digital profile sets you apart. \nIf you are attending online\, dial-in details will be distributed the day before the event. \nIf you are attending in-person\, please aim to arrive at the venue (if possible) before 6pm\, to be seated by 6:10pm. The panel will be introduced at 6:10pm.\nOnly those registered to the session will be able to access the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/ai-innovation-at-board-level-exclusive-insights-for-neds/
LOCATION:Google\, 6 Pancras Sq\, London\, N1C 4AG\, 6 Pancras Sq\, London\, N1C 4AG
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T193000
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SUMMARY:Safeguard your board reputation - Essential digital knowledge for NEDs
DESCRIPTION:💬 ‘Our digital presence as board members creates opportunities personally and for our boards\, as well as risks. \nIt is something we perhaps may not have considered much but which is becoming increasingly important in our digitising world – and which I’ll be exploring with experts on September 23rd\, chairing a NEDonBoard panel.’💬 \nKathie Child-Villiers\, portfolio NED and chair \n📋 \nEvent overview:\n🛜 In today’s hyper-connected world\, your digital footprint can enhance — or endanger — your professional reputation\, as well as pose risks to the boards or organisations you serve. \n✅  This exclusive event for Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) explores the often-overlooked risks of online visibility\, including focus on cyber risks and tips to address these\, personal reputation vulnerabilities\, to the broader impact on board and organisational trust. \n🪬 Join this hybrid event (London and online)\, hosted by NEDonBoard\, Institute of Board Members together with ReputationDefender by Norton\, to gain practical tips on how to protect yourself and the organisations you serve from reputational threats\, navigate emerging digital risks\, whilst also optimising your presence for board opportunities. \n➡️ Register today to secure your attendance!  \n(Select a ticket and complete the event registration form to attend.) \nStay informed. Stay protected. Stay influential. \n🙋‍♀️ \nMeet the Speakers:\n–Chad Angle\, Head of ReputationDefender by Norton and a portfolio board member\, offering unique perspectives on enhancing your online presence and board narrative.\n–Peter Dalton\, sharing real life cyber risk and legal considerations from our hosts Herbert Smith Freehills \n-The panel will be chaired by Kathie Child-Villiers\, a board chair and NED with a current portfolio across different types of organisation\, from highly regulated large entities to small scaling business. \n  \n✍ \nFormat:\nThis London-based and online event features an engaging expert panel\, interactive discussions\, and informal networking opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders. \nTimings: \n\n5:45pm – In-person attendee arrivals (teas & coffees provided)\n6:00pm –  Online attendees join & Panel introduced\n6:05pm – Panel discussion and audience Q&A\n7:15pm – Informal networking (teas & coffees provided)\n8:00pm – Session close\n\n  \n➡️ To Attend:  \nRegister (+ ticket below) to this event to secure your place today. \nIf you are attending online\, dial-in details will be distributed the day before the event. \nIf you are attending in-person\, please aim to arrive at the venue to be seated by 5:55pm. The panel will begin at 6:00pm.\nOnly those registered to the session will be able to access the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/safeguard-your-board-reputation-essential-digital-knowledge-for-neds/
LOCATION:Herbert Smith Freehills LLP\, Exchange House\, Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EG\, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP\, Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250527T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250527T131500
DTSTAMP:20250408T131310Z
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SUMMARY:Advisory Boards - Nuances of Joining\, Navigating Relationships and Advancing Practices
DESCRIPTION:This online panel discussion will elevate your approach to advisory boards. \n➡️ From understanding nuances of and common challenges when joining an advisory board\, \n🤝to navigating relationships and developing effective ways in which to engage as an advisory board member\, \n🚀  including as the businesses your serve mature\, \n💫 this session aims to share practical examples for those starting out on\, or adding to their advisory board portfolio. \nPanel speakers: \n\nSiobhan Clarke – Siobhan’s 25 year background spans across London\, Singapore\, and San Francisco\, in scale ups\, venture capital (ex Partner Episode 1 Ventures) and large Enterprise (ex Cisco\, ex VP bp) in science\, education & leadership\, digital technologies and energy.  She’s been serving on public\, not for profit and private boards in UK and US for over 10 years as NED and Chair. In Advisory Board terms\, as an executive she has setup and run an advisory board at BP and as CEO of a charity. In her current portfolio\, she serves on an Advisory Board for a venture capital fund and is an advisor and mentor to a range of start-ups and scale ups from pre-revenue to £30m.\nAmanda Vine – with over 25 years’ experience in Strategic Consultancy and Commercial roles\, Amanda has held VP positions Agency side\, working with Enterprises predominantly in the B2B and Public sectors including HSBC\, HP\, Pfizer\, Ericsson\, BP\, No.10 and NHS.  For the past 8 years\, Amanda has been a Board Advisor and Strategy Advisor\, focussing on Corporate & Commercial Strategy\, Business Transformation and Leadership\, for Impact driven start-ups and scaling businesses in B2B\, Social Enterprise and Not for profit sectors ( pre-seed to Series B). In addition\, Amanda is a Commercial Coach at Zinc\, supporting talented Founders to build commercial\, scalable businesses that tackle the most pressing and complex challenges facing the health of people and the planet.\nAndrea Wareham – sharing a practical example of joining a start-up in an informal capacity\, formalising the role and some of the actions taken in the process is Andrea Wareham. Andrea is a Non-Exec\, Advisory Board Member and Mentor to CEOs and Senior Leaders. Her purpose is to support businesses to have effective people initiatives in place so that they have the right people in the right places and employees are engaged and happy\, contributing brilliantly to the achievement of the organisation’s strategy. In her Non-Exec capacity Andrea is on a number of Boards of small to mid-size high growth consumer businesses such as Pizza Pilgrims (www.pizzapilgrims.co.uk)\, Psycle (www.pscylelondon.com) and Drop-In (www.drop-in.com). In addition to her Board responsibilities she individually supports the CEOs and People Leaders in these businesses to navigate complex issues such as organisation and team design\, ways of working and leadership succession planning. Until March 2023 Andrea Wareham was Chief People Officer for Pret A Manger where she worked for 23 years. During the last 10 years with Pret\, Andrea was a Trustee of the Pret Foundation which manages the donation of food from Pret shops to the homeless\, as well as offering direct support to homeless charities and an employment scheme for disadvantaged people.\nHelen Gerrard of Ignition Law will be providing a legal perspective.\n\nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the registration form. \nDial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/advisory-boards-nuances-of-joining-navigating-relationships-and-advancing-practices/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250311T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250311T131500
DTSTAMP:20241205T101847Z
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SUMMARY:Effective Board Approaches to Risk Management and Navigating Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:A common perception amongst our board community is that risk management is not done well\, including at board level! \nThis session aims to address pitfalls in boards’ approaches to risk management and to provide you with direction and tools to elevate your board and organisation’s approach to risk. \nThe session will also explore the differences between risk management and oversight in uncertainty\, as boards grapple with a multitude of evolving and unclear pathways and possibilities. \nPanel speakers: \n\nJulien Haye is a seasoned risk expert with over 24 years of experience in the financial services industry\, spanning roles from front-office trader to Chief Risk Officer. Renowned for transforming risk\, compliance\, and assurance functions into strategic enablers\, Julien helps businesses drive efficiency and effectiveness. Through Aevitium\, he advises on complex risk and compliance transformations\, regulatory challenges\, and governance solutions. A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion\, Julien also serves as a non-executive director and trustee\, sharing insights as a public speaker and writer.\nKathryn Kerle is a risk management professional\, with a background in financial services. She is currently a Trustee and the Chair\, Audit & Risk Committee\, of the William Harvey Research Foundation\, a Lay Member of the Governance\, Risk and Audit Committee of the Bar Standards Board\, and a a member of the Advisory Board of the Risk Coalition. She has been a board member of several organisations\, including Al Rayan Bank\, newcleo and Planet Holdings Ltd. She has also chaired the audit and risk committees of a number of these and other organisations\, including the Microbiology Society.  During her executive career\, she worked for major commercial banks\, including JP Morgan Chase and NatWest\, and a rating agency\, Moody’s Investors Service. She also founded and managed a consulting company\, The Paradigm Alliance.\n\nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the registration form. \nDial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/effective-board-approaches-to-risk-management-and-navigating-uncertainty/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250210T174500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250210T191500
DTSTAMP:20250209T201629Z
CREATED:20241014T091413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T201629Z
UID:10000119-1739209500-1739214900@www.nedonboard.com
SUMMARY:Hybrid: How to Elevate your Digital Profile for Board Roles
DESCRIPTION:Elevate Your Digital Profile for NED Roles in 2025! \n🛜 In today’s interconnected world\, a strong digital profile is essential for experienced board members and aspiring NEDs. \n🤝 Your online presence shapes first impressions\, builds credibility\, and impacts opportunities. \nJoin this hybrid event\, hosted by NEDonBoard\, Institute of Board Members with Reputation Defender by Norton\, to gain practical insights and strategies to enhance your digital visibility\, safeguard your professional reputation\, and position yourself for boardroom success.\nFeaturing expert speakers and interactive discussions\, this session will equip you to elevate your profile and expand your board opportunities in 2025. \n➡️ Register today to secure your attendance! \n🌟🌟🌟🌟 \nWhat you’ll gain:\n·Expert insights into building and protecting a compelling digital profile for the boardroom.\n·Practical tips to elevate your online presence\, ensuring it aligns with your professional aspirations.\n·Networking opportunities with seasoned NEDs and board search professionals. \n🙋‍♀️ \nMeet the Speakers:\n–Chad Angle\, Head of Reputation Defender and a portfolio board member\, offering unique perspectives on enhancing your online presence and board narrative.\n–Sally Bridgeland\, award-winning NED\, portfolio board chair\, and actuary\, sharing her experience and advice on securing and excelling in board roles. \n-Nikki Keynon will be providing a board and executive search perspective on behalf of Warren Partners.  \n-Chairing the roundtable will be portfolio board member Louise Wilson\, who has recently expanded her board roles. \n✍ \nFormat:\nThis London-based and online event features an engaging expert panel\, interactive discussions\, and informal networking opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders. \nTimings: \n\n5:45pm – In-person attendee arrivals (teas & coffees provided)\n5:55pm –  Online attendees join & Panel introduced\n6:00pm – Panel discussion and audience Q&A\n7:15pm – Informal networking (teas & coffees provided)\n8:00pm – Session close\n\n➡️ To Attend:  \nRegister to this event – secure your place today to take the next step in your NED career and ensure your digital profile sets you apart. \nIf you are attending online\, dial-in details will be distributed the day before the event. \nIf you are attending in-person\, please aim to arrive at the venue to be seated by 5:55pm. The panel will begin at 6:00pm.\nOnly those registered to the session will be able to access the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/hybrid-how-to-elevate-your-digital-profile-for-board-roles/
LOCATION:Impact Hub\, 1 Triton Square\, London NW1 3DX
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241120T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241120T200000
DTSTAMP:20241227T045449Z
CREATED:20240530T085207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T045449Z
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SUMMARY:Hybrid: Understand Your NED Responsibilities and How to Effectively Protect Yourself
DESCRIPTION:This event\, taking place in London and online\, provides the opportunity to hear directly from the lawyers representing the non-executive directors of Carillion\, learnings applicable to non-executive directors of all organisations.  Sharing a real-life example\, insights are real and practical\, and serve as a good lesson for non-executive directors to get the fundamentals right – both for the organisations you serve\, as well as for your own protection as non-executive director. \nAdding a practical NED lens to the discussion are non-executive directors Lindsay Beardsell and Sally Clark. \nSession timings: \n\n5:30pm – Doors open for in-person attendees. Light refreshments and board level networking.\n6:00pm – Welcome (and online attendees join session)\n6:05pm – Panel insights\n6:40pm – Audience Q&A\n7:00pm – Board level networking with light nibbles and refreshments\n\nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the registration form. \nIf you are attending online\, dial-in details will be distributed the day before the event. \nIf you are attending in-person\, location details will be made available shortly.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/hybrid-understand-your-ned-responsibilities-and-how-to-effectively-protect-yourself/
LOCATION:Herbert Smith Freehills LLP\, Exchange House\, Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EG\, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP\, Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240903T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240903T130000
DTSTAMP:20241227T045447Z
CREATED:20240620T093125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T045447Z
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SUMMARY:Behind The Scenes: NED Recruitment From Board and NomCom Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:Enhance your NED appointability –  join us for an insightful event dedicated to understanding NED recruitment from the viewpoint of the Board and NomCom. \nBy understanding the perspectives of a board in identifying expertise gaps\, and the processes by which they seek to address these and recruit for non-executive directors\, you will be better positioned to tailor your approach to successfully land a non-executive director role. \nThis short\, online session will be led by experienced board members who currently serve in Board Chair\, NED and NomCo positions. \nWith the requirements and processes of effective boards undergoing evolution in recent years\, this session will also benefit current NEDs as you look to expand your portfolio. \nPanel speakers: \n\nCatherine Lynch has been an Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Remuneration and Nomination Committees at Staffline plc for over 3 years.  She has served as a C-Suite Executive and has significant Board experience in 6 companies from FTSE 100 and 250\, to Private Equity\, across a range of sectors including Financial Services\, Telecommunications\, Retail & Manufacturing. Catherine is an authentic Global Leader\, who champions Inclusion and develops high performing cultures. In her first term at Staffline plc she has played a key part on a Board that has delivered a full transformation and turnaround from a loss into profitability.She has overseen extensive board level succession management and recruitment\, including for the roles of NED\, Chair\, CEO and  CFO.\nChristopher de Mattos will share his perspectives from boards of smaller\, scaling businesses\, including in financial services and green technology.\nRachael Hoey is a seasoned Executive\, Non-Executive Director\, Board Chair and Trustee\, in the commercial and charity sectors. In her current board roles she has recently been involved in the process of recruiting two new charity trustees. More generally\, Rachael has a passion for working collaboratively across borders and cultures to build strategies and businesses across a range of growth stages\, ranging from driving sources of new revenue in mature sectors\, new product collaborations to drive new revenues and start-up development and scale up strategies. She has navigated several industries and markets globally including professional services\, FMCG\, travel\, payments\, securities services\, the FX market and data.\n\nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the registration form. \nDial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/behind-the-scenes-ned-recruitment-from-board-and-nomcom-perspectives/
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240625T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240625T193000
DTSTAMP:20241227T045446Z
CREATED:20240105T143656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T045446Z
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SUMMARY:Hybrid: Fireside Chat with Sir James Wates - Governance\, a Blessing or Curse?
DESCRIPTION:This event\, taking place in London and online\, will be an intimate NED discussion with Sir James Wates CBE\, Chair of the Wates Principles for Large Private Companies\, as well as Chair of the Institute for Family Business and Chair of Vestey Holdings Ltd. \nSir James will be sharing his perspectives and experiences as a board chair with regards to ‘Governance\, a blessing or a curse’\, and how to approach governance to best add value to your organisation. \n“Governance\, when done right\, adds value to an organisation. Approached poorly\, or without balance\, an organisation might suffer. I will be sharing my perspectives on June 25th with fellow NEDonBoard members.” \nThe discussion will be particularly relevant to board members serving mid-large private businesses. \nSession Timings: \n\n5:30pm – Doors open for in-person attendees\, with teas and coffees provided.\n6:00pm – Fireside chat with Sir James Wates\n6:30pm – Interactive audience Q&A\n7:00pm – Networking with refreshments and nibbles provided for in-person attendees / breakout rooms for online attendees\n\nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the registration form. \nIf you are attending online\, dial-in details will be distributed the day before the event. \nIf you are attending in-person\, location details will be made available shortly.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/hybrid-fireside-chat-with-sir-james-wates/
LOCATION:Herbert Smith Freehills LLP\, Exchange House\, Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EG\, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP\, Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240522T174500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240522T200000
DTSTAMP:20240519T082617Z
CREATED:20240229T100531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T082617Z
UID:10000079-1716399900-1716408000@www.nedonboard.com
SUMMARY:Hybrid: Cyber Risks\, Governance and Board Scenarios
DESCRIPTION:Cyber has risen starkly up the risk registers and board agendas of most types and size of organisation in recent years. \nThis event\, taking place in London and online\, will explore cyber risks\, governance and board scenarios. \nOrganised as an interactive session\, the format includes an expert panel\, interactive discussion\, as well as informal networking. \nInvited panellists are: \n\nNCSC – Cub Llewelyn-Davies\, has been at the National Cyber Security Centre (part of GCHQ)\, since 2017. His roles have included building resilience across civil society and developing the inaugural citizen resilience programme following the unprecedented shift to home working at the start of the pandemic\, before being seconded to Whitehall to provide advice to Ministers and Senior Civil Servants on digital\, cyber and national security policy issues. Cub now leads a team focussed on improving how cyber risk is embedded within organisations existing business strategy and governance mechanisms and working with the cyber insurance industry to ensure it’s a force for good in the overall resilience of the UK.\nCyemptive – Jim Fasone is an industry veteran and senior risk management/ insurance executive who has spent most of his career in the risk and insurance sectors. As Chief Risk Officer of Cyemptive\, Fasone is responsible for Cyemptive’s enterprise risk function and strategic risk transfer partnerships. His focus is on creating unique go to market strategies leveraging strategic partnerships and utilising various alternative risk structures. He works with some of the industry’s best brokers and underwriters to help mitigate the cybersecurity threats. Fasone brings with him more than 30 years of extensive experience in risk management\, insurance brokerage\, mergers and acquisitions\, as well as creating unique scalable programs in the technology\, healthcare and financial services sectors. His expertise includes enterprise risk management\, strategic partnerships\, go to market strategies\, product development\, mergers and acquisitions\, and operational and process improvement.\nGallagher – Nick Barker joined the Gallagher Cyber Practice in 2015 and was promoted to Practice Leader in 2022. He is responsible for managing Gallagher’s global placements and assists major clients with their complex cyber risks across all industry verticals. He helps organisations identify and understand their cyber risk\, develop risk management strategies and execute risk transfer solutions effectively. Nick has experience building cyber insurance programmes up to $500m for some of the world’s largest global Financial Institutions\, public sector and technology businesses\, specialising in difficult placements involving risk management.\nSharing their board level experience of cyber scenarios and governance good practices are Deborah O’Neill and Susanne Alfs\n\nTimings: \n\n5:45pm – In-person attendee arrivals  (informal networking and refreshments)\n6:15pm –  Online attendees join & Panel introduced\n7:15pm – Informal networking (light catering & refreshments provided for those in-person)\n8:00pm – Session close\n\nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the registration form. \nIf you are attending online\, dial-in details will be distributed the day before the event. \nIf you are attending in-person\, please aim to arrive at the venue between 5:45pm-6:00pm. 
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/hybrid-cyber-risks-governance-and-board-scenarios/
LOCATION:Gallagher (ground floor)\, The Walbrook Building\, 25 Walbrook\, London\, EC4N 8AW\, Gallagher\, The Walbrook Building\, London\, EC4N 8AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240319T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240319T193000
DTSTAMP:20241227T045442Z
CREATED:20230925T092323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T045442Z
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SUMMARY:Board Dynamics: Navigating Challenges and Strategies for Constructive Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful event dedicated to mastering effective board dynamics from a NED perspective. \nThis event will equip attendees with an understanding of some common challenges which can arise as well as actionable strategies for constructive engagement at board level. The discussion will include focus on valuable insight into possible board conflicts scenarios (and resolutions)\, navigating complex discussions\, addressing unhealthy behaviours and effectively handling underperformance at board level. \nBy sharing real-world experiences and successful approaches\, we aim to help you identify and overcome board scenarios and elevate the overall performance of your board. \n  \nInvited speakers: \n\nAngela Williams is an experienced portfolio Executive and Non-Executive Director who has worked across a range of FTSE30\, US (incl. NASDAQ) and French (CAC) listed Companies. She has experience across sectors (both B2B and B2C)\, international jurisdictions\, and serving on boards of organisations which employ from 500 people to 450\,000 people. Angela’s current roles include Chief People Officer at Corsearch; Chair of Northcoders Group plc; NED of BMJ; NED of AND Digital and NED at SNG housing association.  She serves as a Chair of Remuneration Committee/ Remuneration and Nominations Committee.\nEllie Barlow is a Non-executive Director and a Consultant within the Retail Financial Services market with an extensive background in senior executive roles for global insurers and price comparison brands. She has served on the boards of insurers and a private equity firm\, with experience of different types of structure and exposure to different influences on board dynamics. Prior to her more recent NED roles\, Ellie’s formulative career in retail banking was followed by leadership roles with Comparethemarket.com and Moneysupermarket.com\, managing relationships with hundreds of insurers\, developing innovative data and advertising services\, and driving improvement to digital journey and customer experience. Latterly\, she led KPMG’s Digital Insurance practice and established a consultancy business to deliver digital transformation\, operational excellence and programme assurance services to global and domestic insurers.\nPractical insights will also be shared during the session by contributing members of NEDonBoard’s prior roundtable on Board Dynamics\, Challenges and Strategies for Constructive Engagement\, which has drawn out many common challenging scenarios NEDs can find themselves in.\n\nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the registration form. \nDial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/navigating-board-conflicts-toxic-behaviours-and-improving-performance-through-board-dynamics/
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240130T084500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240130T093000
DTSTAMP:20240129T123750Z
CREATED:20231110T113230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T123750Z
UID:10000062-1706604300-1706607000@www.nedonboard.com
SUMMARY:Strategies to Become a NED in 2024
DESCRIPTION:A common misconception is that executive experience automatically translates to appointability as a NED. \nThe reality is that this transition can take more consideration and preparation than might be expected. Furthermore\, a strategic approach is also required to continue in one’s evolution as a NED and in developing a NED portfolio. \nWith a decade of experience supporting the board community in preparing for non-executive director roles and then excelling in the boardroom\, this event is an opportunity to learn some top tips and strategies for becoming a NED in 2024. \nThe session will be chaired by NEDonBoard team member Elise Perraud.  Elise has supported hundreds of professionals in their successful transition to non-executive directorship.  A risk manager and governance practitioner by background\, Elise has 15 years of experience in the financial services sector and board experience as Secretary and Chief Credit Officer. She is currently an executive board member\, a non-executive committee member and a board trustee. \nGuest speakers: \n\nRashad Issa – Rashad is a Non-Executive Director\, strategy specialist and an operational quality\, governance & assurance expert. He guides the development and delivery of robust operational strategies for ambitious\, growing businesses.\nRashad is the Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) and the Quality & Business Improvement Lead at the Baltic Exchange. He is also an advisor for the diversity\, equity and inclusion initiative with Project Management Institute (PMI).\nPaul Hetherington – Following a highly successful career as Director\, MD & CEO mostly in the manufacturing sector\, PLCs\, PE and privately owned businesses\, Paul has transitioned into a portfolio life. He currently sits on several high-profile boards. These include: the Industry Development Advisory Board (IDAB) which is a statutory body advising ministers on investments in commercial schemes between £5million to £8billion; Chairing Business East Sussex (BES)\, replacing the Local Enterprise Partnership which did a similar role to IDAB at county level; and Senior NED at Building Research Establishment (BRE Group)\, a circa £100M organisation. Paul is also a Vistage Chair in SE England and advises a number of UK and overseas companies from circa £10M to £500M. He has particular experience in digital transformation\, executive leadership coaching and turnarounds.\n\nTo Attend:  \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the registration form. \nIf you are attending online\, dial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/strategies-to-become-a-ned-in-2024/
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231010T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231010T200000
DTSTAMP:20241227T045439Z
CREATED:20230717T143313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T045439Z
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SUMMARY:Hybrid: Evolution of Cyber Risk\, Scenarios & Board Governance
DESCRIPTION:This hybrid event (attend in-person or online) focuses on the evolution of cyber risk and leading practices for boards. \n Is cyber security top of your board agenda? Do you understand the changing cyber risk landscape and leading practices expected of modern boards in relation to cyber security?  \n On October 10th\, NEDonBoard\, Institute of Board Members together with the National Cyber Security Centre\, will be updating the board community of the evolution of the cyber landscape\, sharing a case study example of a cyber attack scenario\, and presenting leading practices for boards in relation embedding cyber resilience into business.  \nBeginning the session with an overview of the regulatory landscape is law firm Herbert Smith Freehills. Joining the panel is a CISO who has experience of a cyber attack; and a NED who has experience of the aftermath of a cyber attack as well as engagement in the development of how boards can approach cyber governance. \nThe session will also consider risk mitigation with expert insights from Cyemptive Technologies\, an award-winning provider of pre-emptive cybersecurity solutions. \n A well-rounded discussion on cyber at board level\, this session is worthwhile for NEDs of all types and size of organisation.   \nSpeakers: \n\n– Chair: Susanne Alfs – a seasoned technology professional with a passion to improve the collaboration between the business and technology teams\, providing interim management and advisory services. Susanne is a Non-Executive Director of a Mauritius-based banking and finance company where she Chairs the Board Technology Committee; and until earlier this year was Group IT Director of a NYSE listed company. She is an Ambassador for NEDonBoard\, Institute of Board Members and champions inclusive conversations in boardrooms which allow all directors to feel comfortable discussing technology.\n– Cub Llewelyn-Davies – National Cyber Security Centre.  Cub leads a team focussed on improving how cyber risk is embedded within organisations’ existing business strategy and governance mechanisms and working with the cyber insurance industry to ensure it’s a force for good in the overall resilience of the UK.\n– Rob Pike – Founder and CEO of Cyemptive Technologies which was founded in 2014\, with the vision of ushering in a new era of cybersecurity. Working in stealth mode\, the company focused on developing a revolutionary approach to solving cyber threats\, using a pre-emptive strategy to remove hackers and threats in real time. The resulting technology was so impressive that the Department of Homeland Security named it the most innovative border security related solution on the market in its first-ever national competition.\n– Scott McElney – Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)\n– Kate Macmillan – Cyber Risk Advisory Lead (UK\, US and EMEA) at Herbert Smith Freehills. Kate’s 20+ years of experience of cyber and information/data law and reputation/brand management in contentious partner\, director and consultant roles equips her to support clients on cyber incident response\, cyber risk management and on disputes following such incidents\, particularly where there is a threat of significant reputational harm.\n\nSession timings (BST):  \n\n17:00 – Doors open / networking\n17:50 – Attendees seated\n18:00 – Welcome\n18:05 – Speaker insights\n18:50 – Q&A and interactive discussion\n19:15 – Optional networking\n20:00 – Event close\n\n This event is specifically for experienced non-executive directors\, board members and chairs\, as well as those newly transitioning to a NED portfolio career. We look forward to welcoming you to this event. \nTo Attend:  \nThis event will be hosted at leading law firm Herbert Smith Freehills in London \, as well as attendable online. \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the registration form. \nIf you are attending online\, dial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/cyber-risk-scenarios-board-governance/
LOCATION:Herbert Smith Freehills LLP\, Exchange House\, Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EG\, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP\, Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230704T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230704T194500
DTSTAMP:20230705T062719Z
CREATED:20230702T172949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T062719Z
UID:10000037-1688491800-1688499900@www.nedonboard.com
SUMMARY:Hybrid (London & Online): Intersection of AI\, Cyber and Climate Risk
DESCRIPTION:With rapid evolution in how businesses operate\, and significant risks and opportunities emerging from the digital economy and environmental challenges\, non-executives need to keep pace of these developments\, to be capable of driving the long-term sustainable success of the organisations they serve. So\, how well do you\, in your non-executive director or board role\, understand AI\, cyber and climate risk and their intersection? \n  \nSession timings (BST): \n\n17:30 – Doors open / networking\n17:50 – Attendees seated\n18:00 – NEDonBoard welcome\n18:05 – Speaker insights\, including from:\n\n\n\n\nJohn Abel – is the Technical Director in the Office of the CTO at Google Cloud. In his role\, John is focused on transformational sustainability solutions and uses emerging technologies to enable the acceleration of reducing carbon emissions. John works in the Sustainability group within Office of the CTO.\nLucy Yu – is CEO of the Centre for Net Zero\, as well as Non-Executive Director of Connected Places Catapult and also E3G. She is an Associate Fellow of the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change; Member of the Energy and Green Transition Group at Future of Westminster Commission; and Advisory Board Member to the Cities Commission for Climate Investment.\nRahul Powar – is Founder and CEO of Red Sift\, a venture backed cognitive cybersecurity platform\, as well as an Independent Non-Executive Director of Co-op.\n\n\n\n\n18:50 – Q&A and interactive discussion\n19:00 – Optional networking\n20:00 – Event close\n\nThis event is specifically for experienced non-executive directors\, board members and chairs\, as well as those newly transitioning to a NED portfolio career. We look forward to welcoming you to this event. \n  \nTo Attend: \nThis is an NEDonBoard event\, hosted at Google (Kings Cross office\, London)\, as well as attendable online. \nTo attend\, you will need to select the relevant ticket option and complete the registration form. \nIf you are attending in person\, please arrive prior to 5:50pm\, to allow sufficient time to be directed to the event space and seated ;  If you are attending online\, dial-in details will be distributed the day before the event.
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/4-07-2023-hybrid-intersection-of-ai-cyber-and-climate-risk/
LOCATION:Google\, Pancras Sq\, Kings Cross\, London\, N1C 4AG
CATEGORIES:Premium members only,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230523T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230523T130000
DTSTAMP:20241227T050106Z
CREATED:20230523T111622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T050106Z
UID:10000017-1684843200-1684846800@www.nedonboard.com
SUMMARY:Online Event: Scaling companies – how to engage on boards
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.nedonboard.com/event/online-event-scaling-companies-how-to-engage-on-boards/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Speaker
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