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Enter the Boardroom is the podcast of the Enter the Boardroom Community.

Each week, Nurole CEO Oliver Cummings sits down with leading Chairs, board members, CEOs and academics, drawing out the insights and hard-won lessons that rarely get shared in public.

If you enjoy the podcast, the Community goes much deeper. You'll sharpen your board proposition, build a network of serious peers, stay cur... more

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Matthew Lester is Chairman of Kier group plc and NED and Chair of the Audit Committee at Intermediate Capital Group plc. Previously, he was CFO of Royal Mail plc. Listen to this episode to learn more about: Two moments where non-execs had the biggest... more

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Dame Hayaatun is the founder and CEO of Argentic Associates. Previously, she was CEO of the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Foundation. Listen to this episode to learn more about: How a non-exec role helped ... more

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Nick Wheeler OBE founded Charles Tyrwhitt in 1986 from his university room in Bristol. Forty years later it is a £400 million revenue business operating across the UK, US, and Europe. Listen to this episode to hear about: The tortoise rule: why the f... more

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Debbie Wosskow CBE is one of the UK's best-known entrepreneurs. Today, she is NED of Channel 4 and co-chair of the government-backed Invest in Women Taskforce. Tune into this episode to hear about: Debbie's discipline around cash (01:17) Picking your... more

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Nick Wheeler
Founder of Charles Tyrwhitt
Charles Tyrwhitt
Episode: 192. Nick Wheeler OBE: The tortoise who built Charles Tyrwhitt - focus, founders and knowing when to step back
Debbie Wosskow
CBE, serial entrepreneur; former founder of Mantra; non-exec director on Channel 4; chair of Better Menopause; adviser to McKinsey; co-chair of Invest in Women Taskforce
Various boards and ventures mentioned in episode
Episode: 191. Debbie Wosskow CBE: How entrepreneurs can become high-impact board members
Sir Lloyd Dorfman
Chair and former entrepreneur, founder of Travelex
Travelex (former), Royal Ballet and Opera (chair)
Episode: 190. Sir Lloyd Dorfman CBE: Why boards need to encourage more persistence and risk - lessons from Travelex and the Royal Ballet and Opera
Jacqui Ferguson
Senior Independent Director and Remuneration Committee Chair at Croda International PLC; Non-Executive Director at National Grid PLC and Softcat PLC; former Chair of Tesco Bank
Croda International PLC; National Grid PLC; Softcat PLC; Tesco Bank
Episode: 189. Jacqui Ferguson: How boards choose a chair, and how to be the one they pick
James Thornton
CEO of Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel
Episode: 188. James Thornton: How to get founder-to-CEO succession right
Ilse Howling
Chair of Frontier Developments, experienced non-executive director and former MD of Freeview
Frontier Developments; Freeview
Episode: 187. Ilse Howling: How to be the chair a board needs - create space, listen, pick the team
Dame Anne Richards
Chair of Coutts; former CEO of Fidelity International; governance expert
Coutts; Fidelity International
Episode: 185. Dame Anne Richards: From CERN to Coutts: How boards behave under pressure
Ian Filby
Former CEO of DFS; former chair at Joules and Pendragon
DFS, Joules, Pendragon
Episode: 183. Ian Filby: Power in the boardroom: PE control, public scrutiny & activist pressure
Gareth Penny
Former CEO of De Beers; independent chair at Norilsk Nickel; governance expert
De Beers (former); Norilsk Nickel (former chair)
Episode: 179. Gareth Penny: Diamonds and Coal: Governing when the odds are stacked against you

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Oliver Cummings
Host of Enter the Boardroom

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings
  • Value in every episode

    Inspiring candid and informative stories of NED journeys - strongly recommend.

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    5
    Gemma ⭐️
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Helpful

    Loving these.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Max P26
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Entertaining, informative and inspiring

    I started listening for professional development. I keep returning for entertainment. Tip: search for Nurole's free insight documents as they’ll flag episodes particularly relevant to you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JX588
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • An amazing and insightful podcast that uses real life examples from across public & private sectors

    Oli Cummings skilfully interviews board members across private and public sectors with great questions that both explain and probe the interviewees. The podcast has a good pace and the lighting round should be curated !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oofygoldfinger
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Margaret Heffernan- How Boards make the best decisions

    Tremendous! These podcasts over-flow with essential wisdom that demands to be listened to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robroy1964
    United Kingdoma year ago

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The host asks sharp questions and draws top governance insights from a diverse set of guests.

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190. Sir Lloyd Dorfman CBE: Why boards need to encourage more persistence and risk - lessons from Travelex and the Royal Ballet and Opera
Q: What was the boardroom dynamic like during the Thomas Cook Financial Services acquisition, and what did you learn?
The acquisition required careful strategic positioning, aggressive but calculated risk-taking, and then managing integration across two cultures; the board needed to align on a long-term plan and stay brave in the face of skepticism.
190. Sir Lloyd Dorfman CBE: Why boards need to encourage more persistence and risk - lessons from Travelex and the Royal Ballet and Opera
Q: What made the second tender for BAA different from the first, and how did you differentiate on the financial side?
The bid combined a clear, data-driven approach to turnover with a creative, differentiated offering, including a tight understanding of average transaction value and a unique alignment with the terminal's needs, which made Travelex stand out despite being a non-bank entrant.
189. Jacqui Ferguson: How boards choose a chair, and how to be the one they pick
Q: What were the key factors you considered when selecting a new chair for Croda, given the emphasis on purpose and long-term sustainability?
We looked beyond industry experience to ensure alignment with Croda's purpose and values. The candidate needed the right context for the business, resonance with employees and investors, and an ability to steer through a growth-to-down-cycle transition while keeping governance independent and strong.
189. Jacqui Ferguson: How boards choose a chair, and how to be the one they pick
Q: Jacqui, one of the most important decisions any board makes is choosing its chair. How did you approach that at Tesco Bank during your transition?
The process involved establishing strong relationships with the group chair, engaging in regular touchpoints, managing expectations with regulators, and building a connected management and board team. We ensured governance stability by using the SID and a careful recruitment approach while preparing for potential strategic changes, all while keeping the board aligned and the employees informed.
185. Dame Anne Richards: From CERN to Coutts: How boards behave under pressure
Q: What's the best interview question for a prospective non-exec, and what does a good answer look like?
Look for the ability to rethink positions and challenge assumptions; good answers reveal how candidates navigate reversals and maintain strategic thinking.

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A governance-focused show featuring top chairs, board members, and executives, exploring how high-stakes decision-making, crisis leadership, and stakeholder alignment shape powerful organizations. Episodes highlight boardroom dynamics, governance reforms, founder-boards relationships, and practical playbooks for boards to improve performance, risk management, and strategic execution. Notable angles include crisis response, independent chairs, succession, and the balance between purpose and profitability, offering actionable insights for current and aspiring non-executive directors and governance professionals. The format tends to mix candid storytelling with tangible governance takeaways and real-world anecdotes across industries, from cons... more

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7. Dame Anne Richards
8. Ian Filby

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