In this episode, Christopher Mirabile, Executive Chair of Launchpad Venture Group, explores the pivotal role of boards in startup companies and discusses how boards can be both a critical support system as well as a driver of success.    We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes “Life…

In this episode, Rick Williams, a seasoned executive, advisor, board director, prolific writer – – and the author of the new book, Create the Future, shares his journey writing the book and key leadership takeaways. Rick’s core idea in Create the Future is that leaders create the future by the decisions they make Impactful leaders…

With an extensive background in policy, advocacy, and corporate governance, Karen shares insights from her roles at Pfizer, iFIT Health & Fitness, and the NAACP.   She recounts her journey to becoming a board member including her experiences during the IPO process at iFIT, and the challenges and triumphs of leading through turbulent times. Additionally, Karen…

Jennifer Jukanovich, a seasoned nonprofit leader with nearly three decades of experience discusses her forthcoming book, The Culturally Conscious Board: Setting the Boardroom Table for Impact, which explores the importance of board culture in achieving organizational success. The conversation addresses a number of important aspects of board governance, including board culture and the critical role…

In this episode Michael Talmanson and Dereick Wood discuss the critical importance of D&O coverage for board members. They set the context with a backdrop of Newfront’s recent capital infusion led by Goldman Sachs emphasizing the company’s innovative approach to combining technology with insurance expertise. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give…

Michael Greeley has extensive experience in venture capital and significant board experience across a multitude of investment boards. In this episode, he shares his experience and lessons learned, emphasizing the evolving nature of board governance, the strategic importance of independent directors and the future of healthcare. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or…

We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Episode Description Nav Singh has held leadership roles at McKinsey’s Boston office, including Managing Partner for Boston and Leader of the Global Innovation Practice. After retiring from McKinsey in 2023, he launched a new entrepreneurial venture, called 2123iX.                                  In this episode…

Angela Jackson is the founder of Future Forward Strategies, an award winning social entrepreneur, a global C-suite executive and an experienced board member. In this episode Angela discusses joining the board of Needham bank, a mutual bank that took itself public in December 2023, as well as her research – and her vison – of…

Charles Shirley is the Northeast Regional Leader for the PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Private Practice Group. In this Episode, he dives into the nuances of effective board governance from the perspective of his extensive experience advising a broad range of companies. Charles’ experiences and insights offer valuable lessons for both seasoned and aspiring board members, emphasizing the…

Stefania Mallett, co-founder and former CEO of ezCater, shares her entrepreneurial journey and insights into effective board governance. She emphasizes the importance of board composition, highlighting the pivotal role of understanding marketplaces and the nuances of investor-backed boards. Stefania also discusses the crucial dynamic between CEOs and board chairs, the challenges in communicating complex business…