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The Boardroom Path

Sainty Hird & Partners
Non-Executive Directors
Governance
Corporate Governance
Board Governance
Board Effectiveness
ESG
Kieran Moynihan
Emotional Intelligence
Diversity and Inclusion
Digital Transformation
Artificial Intelligence
Stakeholder Management
United Kingdom
Capital Markets
Public Markets
Crisis Management
Board Intelligence
Geopolitical Risk
Geopolitics
World Economic Forum

Welcome to The Boardroom Path, the essential podcast for aspiring and newly appointed Non-Executive Directors navigating the journey from executive leadership to the boardroom. Hosted by Ralph Grayson, partner at Sainty Hird & Partners, each episode offers insightful conversations with industry leaders, seasoned board directors, and governance experts. Our guests share practical strategies, valuab... more

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Latest Episodes

How should a board govern an organisation that its community believes it owns?

In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Steve Kavanagh, Head of gunnercooke Sport and former chief executive of Millwall Football Club, abou... more

What happens when a board only hears what it is allowed to hear?

In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Andrew Seerden, an independent director and Growth Advisory Board chair based in Auckland, about why boards fail o... more

How well do boards really understand the system that owns and funds them?

In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Sallie Pilot, Managing Director of the Investor and Issuer Forum, about why the investment chain has beco... more

What does it mean to sit on an investment trust board when discounts, activism and shareholder scrutiny are no longer exceptional events?

In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Alexander Denny, an experienced investmen... more

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Andrew Seerden
chair, governance practitioner and advisor
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Episode: Psychological Safety in the Boardroom with Andrew Seerden
Sallie Pilot
Managing Director of the Investor and Issuer Forum
Investor and Issuer Forum
Episode: Sallie Pilot on Aligning Boards, Investors and Long-Term Value
Alex Denny
Accomplished senior executive with two decades in investment trusts, private wealth, and global markets; non-executive director at multiple investment-related bodies
Margetts Fund Management; Association of Investment Companies; University of Sussex Students Union; Aurora UK Alpha PLC
Episode: Alexander Denny on Discounts, Activism and the Modern Investment Trust Board
Tony Simpson
Global sports leader, Oliver Wyman partner, governance adviser to sports bodies
Oliver Wyman
Episode: From Passion to Governance in Elite Sport with Tony Simpson
Catherine May
Chair, senior independent director and remuneration and nominations committee chair; board advisor and executive leadership coach
Multiple organizations; adviser and coach
Episode: Catherine May on Why Culture Beats Capability in the Boardroom
Sam Allen
Founder of Sam Allen Associates, board effectiveness and governance advisor
Sam Allen Associates
Episode: Is Your Board Actually Fit for Purpose?
Randall Peterson
Professor of Organizational Behaviour at London Business School, Academic Director of the Leadership Institute
London Business School
Episode: Randall Peterson on Boardroom Psychology and Why Culture Beats Compliance
Steven Fine
Chief Executive of Peel Hunt
Peel Hunt
Episode: Steven Fine on Courage, Capital and the Modern Boardroom
Helle Bank Jorgensen
Global voice on board governance, sustainability and board effectiveness; leads Board Intelligence's Global Board Development Practice and founder of Competent Boards
Board Intelligence, Competent Boards
Episode: Helle Bank Jorgensen on Board Leadership in the Age of AI

Host

Ralph Grayson
Host of The Boardroom Path

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 5 ratings
  • Excellent

    I list to up to 3/4 hours of Podcasts on INED and corporate governance matters. This Podcast series has a replaced several of my longstanding Pods. Excellent presenters and engaging guests !!! Bravo

    Apple Podcasts
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    Ireland10 months ago

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Practical governance insights are consistently useful for board prep.
Covers timely topics like AI, risk, and board dynamics with clarity.
In-depth interviews with seasoned experts add credible perspectives.
Engaging guests and strong presenters are a hallmark.

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Apple Podcasts
#222
United Kingdom/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts
#22
Ireland/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts
#197
Ireland/Business

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Alexander Denny on Discounts, Activism and the Modern Investment Trust Board
Q: How has IoD's Commission influenced the view of NEDS and ongoing professional development?
Alex notes the Commission emphasized continuous professional development, evidence of learning, and regional variability in requirements. While not mandating a specific certification, boards should keep up-to-date, attend courses and maintain CPD records to demonstrate ongoing competence.
Alexander Denny on Discounts, Activism and the Modern Investment Trust Board
Q: What does it mean to be a non-executive director of an investment trust today, and is it still an attractive role?
Alex explains that the role is an active stewardship: non-executives must engage with management, investors, and strategy, monitoring performance and guiding long-term value while managing risks like discounts and activism. The position remains attractive for the right people who enjoy governance, complex stakeholder dynamics, and the opportunity to shape outcomes across multiple boards.
Catherine May on Why Culture Beats Capability in the Boardroom
Q: How has the role of the board fundamentally changed over the last couple of years?
The board is under greater scrutiny with enhanced transparency and reporting tools, requiring boards to engage more broadly with stakeholders and to understand a wider set of risks and opportunities beyond traditional governance.
Catherine May on Why Culture Beats Capability in the Boardroom
Q: Do capabilities matter more than domain expertise?
Absolutely yes; attitude, openness, behavior, and value sets are more valuable than specific domain expertise, and boards should welcome diverse perspectives to avoid over-reliance on traditional domain leaders.
Catherine May on Why Culture Beats Capability in the Boardroom
Q: I'm really keen to explore this perspective you have, both as a NED yourself as well as a coach to executives and NEDs. What's your approach as a coach to try and open this up?
Her coaching centers on helping executives find their authentic identity and values, mapping how those align with possible board roles, and building a narrative to demonstrate fit and impact to boards.

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What is The Boardroom Path about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program targets aspiring and newly appointed non-executive directors, delivering practical guidance on making the jump from executive roles to the boardroom. Episodes routinely explore board governance, strategy, risk, succession, and stewardship, with expert guests ranging from governance practitioners and investors to economists and cybersecurity leaders. A standout theme is turning regulatory and governance concepts into real-world boardroom impact, including how to ask better questions, prepare for difficult decisions, and drive long-term value. The format often blends actionable frameworks, rich industry anecdotes, and practical tips for navigating cross-border governance and evolving expectations around AI, cyber risk, and ESG. P... more

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