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Testimonials

Russell Kaschula

Founding Director, Inosus Facades

I'm pleased I didn’t plunge into applications last year, and have taken the time to work with Transpire to build a better understanding of how NED roles might fit in this next stage of my career. Credit to Transpire whatever transpires in the future!!

Alok Juyal

Global Head of Finance Hewlett Packard

I have completed updating the assessment tool which I found well laid out, intuitive and flexible.

Aidan Lisser

Board Member Chapter Zero

As an existing or aspiring NED, the opportunity to go through this annual “MOT” process is extremely valuable and worthwhile.

Transpire’s services

Starting out as an NED is like starting up a new business. There’s a lot to learn and you need high-level peer support and networking opportunities to succeed. That’s where Transpire comes in.

 

Transpire is a professional network for existing and aspiring board members who want to build successful, purposeful and sustainable board careers. Find out more about our services and how we can help your career below:

Transpire Connect

Meet industry-leading NEDs, build your network and share best practice using our online platform.

High Performing NED’s Toolkit

Map your competencies and build a development pathway using a framework built by high-performing NEDs.

Faculties

Get subject-specific advice on topics like digital transformation, ESG and finance from internationally recognised NEDs, chairs and subject matter experts.

Members-only events

Network with your peers and learn about topical issues facing boards from recognised thought leaders.

Stepping Stones programme

Understand what NED opportunities are right based on your career experience and how to access them.

One-to-one coaching

Turn your career experience into a coherent, powerful story that can win you NED opportunities, and get support during your journey.

Board Development

Get help with the evaluation and development of a board, including skill sets and boardroom dynamics.

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Latest news and advice

Get all the latest news, advice and insights with the Transpire blog

June 28, 2022

Visual Identity – On the NED journey

On the NED journey, the hardest thing is to stand out from the crowd. With a market full of very qualified professionals who are perhaps better networked than you, what makes you striking and unique? 

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May 27, 2022

Why being self-aware is critical for NEDs – and seven steps you can take to improve

Being self-aware helps leaders make effective decisions and communicate, which makes it an important trait for Non-Executive Directors.

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May 27, 2022

Race and ethnicity pay gap reporting – an NED’s perspective

Simon Burke looks at the trends in race and ethnicity pay gap reporting and what it means for Non-Executive Directors.

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April 29, 2022

Knowing your ARGA from your elbow: An NED’s guide to keeping up-to-date with financial regulation

Experienced NED Simon Burke shares his approach to keeping on top of regulation and making sure he can ask the right questions.

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Sustainability for Boards

Download Transpire’s Sustainability for Boards Report

Our free Sustainability for Boards Report examines how ESG influences the corporate governance, culture and reporting practices of companies.

You’ll learn:

 

  • Key drivers of firms’ ESG choices
  • Challenges that companies face in addressing ESG concerns
  • Best practices that make companies successful in incorporating ESG

Transpire Global Membership

Joining Transpire gives you access to a number of valuable services

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