THE GOVERNANCE GUYS PODCAST
Episode 14: Understanding Board Governance Models with Marion Thomson Howell
If you were joining a dance group then you would want to know what kind of dance the group practices. If you were joining a football team then you would need to know the type of offence and defence the team uses. When you join a Board you need to understand its governance model. Boards … Continue reading Episode 14: Understanding Board Governance Models with Marion Thomson Howell
Episode 13: How your Board can measure progress with Valerie Sluth
So you’ve sorted out your organization’s purpose, mission, vision, and values. Then you wrote a magnificent strategic plan that clearly aligns these elements and considers the challenges of your external environment. Now what? Well now you get to track your progress – a step all too often missed for many organizations and Boards. Enter Valerie … Continue reading Episode 13: How your Board can measure progress with Valerie Sluth
Episode 12: Strategy and the Board of Directors with Merv Hillier
A key document for many Boards is the Strategic Plan for their organization. But what is strategy and how should the Board engage in setting strategy and overseeing its implementation? Merv Hillier is the founder of consulting firm Nuvision. He is an educator, CEO, and Board member and he sat down with us to talk … Continue reading Episode 12: Strategy and the Board of Directors with Merv Hillier
Episode 11: Defining Values with Dr. David Malloy
Organizations use the term “values” in strategic plans, policies, annual reports, and any number of other places. But what is a “value” and how should values play a role in conversations and decision-making at the Board table? Dr. David Malloy, Principal of King’s University College, is a philosopher and an expert on values & leadership. … Continue reading Episode 11: Defining Values with Dr. David Malloy
Episode 10: 5 Experts tell us 5 Questions that every Board member should ask
We asked 5 governance experts what question every Board member should ask or be prepared to ask at a Board meeting. Check out what each expert had to offer:Fred Galloway, President of F.J. Galloway & Associates;Jim Brown, author of The Imperfect Board Member and Principal Consultant with Strive;Gillian Kernaghan, CEO and President of St. Joseph’s … Continue reading Episode 10: 5 Experts tell us 5 Questions that every Board member should ask
Episode 9: The Importance of Shareholder Engagement with Chris Makuch, Vice President – MaisonBrison
This week we are joined by Chris Makuch, Vice-President of MaisonBrison, to talk about the importance of shareholder engagement and Boards under stressful situations. This was a great learning experience for us. Chris opened our eyes to the complex issues that arise for Boards related to this topic and it is a fascinating area to … Continue reading Episode 9: The Importance of Shareholder Engagement with Chris Makuch, Vice President – MaisonBrison
Episode 8: What makes a Board great and how to avoid some common pitfalls with Cathy Brothers, CEO of Capacity Canada
How does Cathy Brothers, CEO of Capacity Canada and “Governance Queen”, describe what makes Boards work well and what to avoid? Find out in this episode and listen as we glean some of her wisdom gained from decades of experience advising, supporting, and participating on Boards across the country. Capacity Canada is also our resource … Continue reading Episode 8: What makes a Board great and how to avoid some common pitfalls with Cathy Brothers, CEO of Capacity Canada
Episode 7: Why mission matters – with Dr. Gillian Kernaghan
Dr. Gillian Kernaghan is the President and CEO of St. Joseph’s Health Care London and she has been able to animate the mission of St. Joseph’s at every level of the organization. In addition to her role at St. Joseph’s, she is the Chair of the Catholic Hospital Association of Ontario. Listen in as she … Continue reading Episode 7: Why mission matters – with Dr. Gillian Kernaghan
Episode 6: Guidance for Boards during a global pandemic
After reviewing listener feedback and questions, it is clear that a common concern is on the minds of lots of Board members right now. How involved should a Board be in their organization during the unpredictability of a global pandemic? Paul and Andrew invite back governance consultant Fred Galloway to answer a listener question and … Continue reading Episode 6: Guidance for Boards during a global pandemic
Episode 5: The Imperfect Board Member with Jim Brown
Jim Brown, author of The Imperfect Board Member sits down with Paul and Andrew to discuss why he thinks Boards are important, what Board members can do to step up their game, and how seven disciplines can move us towards governance excellence. Jim’s book is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B008N9J50G/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 , his podcast is called “OrgHealth” … Continue reading Episode 5: The Imperfect Board Member with Jim Brown
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