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The Boardroom Path

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

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

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

How should boards govern sport when it is now both a cultural institution and a global asset class?

In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Tony Simpson, Partner and Sports Industry Lead at Oliver Wyman, about why gover... more

What does it actually take to move from the executive suite into the boardroom, and why do so many capable leaders misjudge the leap?

In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Catherine May, an experienced chair, non-exe... more

What separates a board that merely complies from one that is genuinely fit for purpose? In this episode of The Boardroom Path, host Ralph Grayson speaks with Sam Allen, founder of Sam Allen Associates and an accredited board performance practitioner,... more

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Recent Guests

Sam Allen
Founder of Sam Allen Associates, board effectiveness and governance advisor
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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
Maureen Beresford
Regulatory expert involved in UK Corporate Governance Code development
Financial Reporting Council
Episode: What Makes Governance Actually Work? Maureen Beresford on Judgement, Accountability and the UK Code
Simon French
Chief Economist and Head of Research at Panmure Liberum
Panmure Liberum
Episode: Strategic Risk Management for Boards: UK Economy, Capital and Growth with Simon French
Will Geddes
Managing Director of ICP Group (International Corporate Protection)
ICP Group
Episode: Leading Through Permacrisis: Will Geddes on Boardroom Decision-Making Under Pressure
Nik Gowing
Co-author of Thinking the Unthinkable; director of Think Unthink
Think Unthink
Episode: Thinking the Unthinkable: Why Boards Must Govern for a World Without Stability
Kimberley Lewis
Head of Global Stewardship at Schroders
Schroders
Episode: Stewardship, Governance and Long-Term Value Creation with Kimberley Lewis

Host

Ralph Grayson
Host of The Boardroom Path

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1 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

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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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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

From Combat to Coaching: Rupert Jones on Building Resilient Leaders
Q: What role do advisory boards play in helping founders scale and avoid common pitfalls?
Rupert argues for deeper engagement of advisors, integrating them into the core discussions so they can share practical, high-value insights, rather than serving as mere ceremonial appearances.
The Trump Effect: What UK Boards Need to Know About US Politics
Q: How should boards think about ESG and DEI in a US-dominated policy environment that is increasingly adversarial?”
Maintain long-term commitments to ESG/DEI, or at least avoid abrupt reversals; stay visible and consistent to protect employee, customer, and investor trust, while recognizing the US political climate may pressure shifts, thus planning for gradual, principled adjustments.
The Trump Effect: What UK Boards Need to Know About US Politics
Q: Can you give us a practical framework for UK boards to engage with US policy-makers and US political leadership?
The guest recommends proactive, targeted outreach: schedule concise, written presentations of investments and jobs in the US, and pursue meetings with the president's key aides where possible, complemented by engagements with trade and economic officials to keep boards informed and visible.
The Future of Governance: How AI Will Transform the Boardroom
Q: Let's start with your background and your professional journey, because it really seems to me it informs where your current thinking is.
Raffaela outlines a path from BlackRock to Rocket Internet, leading expansions in China, Australia, and Taiwan, then founding CareerFoundry before joining Porsche on a sustainability-focused advisory board; these experiences culminated in becoming a full-time independent board director and building BoardLens.
Is Your Board Actually Fit for Purpose?
Q: What should aspirational NEDs do to prepare for board roles?
Do thorough due diligence on the organization, read board papers, have the courage to raise concerns, remain authentic, and continuously educate oneself on external developments like AI and cyber risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Boardroom Path

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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