In this episode of On Boards, hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh speak with Natalie McVeigh, founder of Oikonomia Advisory. As an expert in the dynamics and governance of family businesses, Natalie discusses how families can establish effective governance structures, prepare the next generation and introduce independent directors. Natalie explains the importance of separating family…

In this episode of On Boards, co-hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh welcome Ray Garcia, senior partner at PwC and leader of PwC’s Governance Insights Center, to discuss findings from its 2026 Annual Corporate Directors Survey. Drawing on responses from more than 600 corporate directors, Garcia explores how boards can improve their effectiveness, strengthen strategic…

In this episode of On Boards, hosts Joe Ayoub and Raza Shaikh speak with Anouk Pappers, CEO of Signitt and founder of CoolBrands People. As a brand anthropologist, Anouk advises board directors, C-suite executives and leadership teams on developing their executive narrative and building their digital reputation.  Throughout her career, Anouk has interviewed more than…