You don't have to be a ‘Succession’ aficionado or a fan of ‘The Apprentice’ to appreciate the alchemy of the boardroom. In its mystical cauldron, confidential discussions determine the fortunes of companies, the futures of their employees and the success of our economies. Board Director Board directors carry a weighty responsibility. And most will admit […]
As a young boy growing up in a modest part of Moscow, Nikita Mishin witnessed firsthand the transformative power of extraordinary teachers in raising their students' aspirations beyond their challenging circumstances. This experience kindled a lifelong passion for learning in Mishin and a determination to extend educational opportunities to those in need. Even as he forged a successful career in logistics, Mishin never relinquished his dream of educational philanthropy. He established an educational foundation in 2005 and opened a school in 2017. Having sold his stake in Globaltrans, the freight-rail company he co-founded, Mishin is now dedicated entirely to education.
That said, simply implementing the latest and greatest technology isn’t enough to drive success. To gain a real competitive advantage, organisations need to creatively and strategically integrate new tools with existing workflows to modernise processes, empower employees, and take productivity to the next level. With UK productivity in an undeniable slump, likely due to a […]
In a digital economy, the future role of CEO and CTO will be more closely intertwined as we see an increasing synergy between technology and business growth.
As leaders we all know that feeling of not wanting to go to a difficult meeting and that we’d rather be anywhere else! It’s par for the job, so we must model calm, high standards and belief in the organisation’s purpose to keep the team on track and inspire them to greater things!
In today’s business environment, gender diversity – and diversity on a broader scale – is essential to ensuring we have the right skills base and talent pool within our organizations.
The desired attributes and expectations of a non-executive director (NED) are various, and can often depend on factors such as sector or size of business.
In most boardrooms, the majority of directors are male. This comes down to outdated biases and a lack of understanding around the benefits of gender diversity.
In an ideal world, the boardroom should be a place where the brightest and best minds from across an organisation come together to exchange ideas, solve problems and ultimately drive the business forward. In reality, it is often a toxic space filled with conflict, miscommunication and ongoing feuds. But it doesn’t have to be this […]
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