Caribbean Corporate Governance Institute’s Post

“The prestige, the burden, the loneliness of command” reflected Captain MacWhirr in Joseph Conrad’s Typoon, as he sailed (under a new ‘steam powered’ vessel) in the calmness before the storm. We as leaders have too often enjoyed the prestige without fully understanding the burden side of command. But as history shows us, the people who hold the solution are often the people perceived as causing the problem. Never have we had a bigger onus to be inclusive in planning our future. Those who are sometimes perceived as the villans, are the ones that control the capital, resources and skills to actually make the change happen. There is no magic switch to ‘turn down’ the planet. There is no magic solution to change the way we live. We, mankind (not the planet), have decades, if not centuries of challenges ahead of us. As I observe the rhetoric of COP28, we seem to be pitching one side against the other. The Greens versus The Fossils. The Rich versus The Poor. The Global North versus the South. Being on the outside is lonely, as Conrad reflected, as it creates resentment and often dysfunctional behaviour, on both sides. Sustainability leadership requires us to think long term. Not quarter by quarter or even 5 year plans. Remember, it’s been 66 million years since the dinosaurs walked the planet. Though I’m not quite 66 years old yet, I can’t even begin to imagine having to live my live one million times over to get back to the dinosaurs. (That is a lot of tax returns). As leaders, it is time to stand up, embrace the burden and be counted. Not to point out who is to blame in the past. Not to find solutions for today. But to set the right environment for all the players to play their own part in implementing sustainable solutions that are inclusive and just for all. While Conrad penned ‘Typhoon’ in 1899, I wonder did he ever ponder what the future rising seas had in store? Two hundred years later it will be 2099. RCP 6.0, (which seem quite challenging at this time) is predicting our sea levels, all our sea levels, to rise 600mm (two feet) by then. If our descendants are lucky enough to be only up to their knees in water, will they have learned all the lessons of the past? The burden is on us to get our ship in order now? Or, like Captain MacWhirr, we will be heading into yet another Typhoon (Hurricane if you are in the Atlantic) whose frequency and ferocity have become more and more destructive overseen by decades of intellectual bickering and poor leadership. Modern leaders by default must be sustainable. Leadership requires up to be brave and bold, but it also requires up to be inclusive in our problem solving. It requires us to embrace the prestige as well as the burden that is bestowed upon us Thanks to the IoD for providing sustainable leadership to our Directors.

If you’ve had the chance attend a CC Global Convention, you know just how transformational it is, both professionally and personally. Opening a world of possibilities and opportunities, there’s no better place to grow your network by connecting with global business leaders.   The Global President of CorporateConnections, Robert Gervais, shares thoughts from his personal experience with us in this video.   #CorporateConnections #WhereLeadersConnect #CCGC2024 

💡 Advice for Leaders on Becoming a Non-Executive Chair in PE-Backed Companies... Part 1 Understanding the role of the Non-Exec Chair with John Farrell Panellist John Farrell, Founder & Principal of John Farrell & Associates speaks about what makes a successful Non-Exec Chair at our recent networking and panel event with SI Partners Global, 'Beyond the C-Suite: Navigating the role of the NXC in a PE-backed world.' The role of the Chair requires getting the balance right between the different stakeholder groups in the business. The NXC has a responsibility to the PE firm that they achieve the planned return on their investment. But simultaneously the NXC has to be a trusted advisor to the CEO and the management team to help the business achieve its objectives. For all parties, the NXC needs to have the ability to ask the tough and sometimes obvious questions, be a mentor, and draw on their prior experience from both successes and challenges to best support and advise the CEO, without making the ultimate decisions themselves.  #NXC #NonExecChair #BoardLeadership #PrivateEquity #PEfirms #TalentStrategy #LeadershipInsights #networkingevent #PEBoards #LeadershipEvent

It's inspiring to witness the leadership of Kevin Kane, Chase Kostichka, Matt Krutza, Kim Preston, and Bryan Swanson, five exceptional senior leaders highlighted in this feature story. Their passion and decades of expertise in guiding our clients' growth is a testament to their commitment. Embodying our core values of integrity, service, and community involvement, they are leaders who set benchmarks for inspiring guidance and proactive client service. Their dedication plays a pivotal role in our continuous journey towards excellence and client success. https://ow.ly/7Jpb30sAzNY

From the 4th to the 10th of March, we are marking the 53rd National Safety Week across all Dixon Technologies plants. The theme for this year is “Safety Leadership for ESG Excellence,” highlighting the crucial role of leadership in fostering a safety-centric culture within organisations. We are committed to safety, always! #NationalSafetyWeek #SafetyLeadership #ESGExcellence #DixonTechnologies #safetyfirst

[ One team, breaking borders]  Valtus accelerates its global expansion with an international leadership team! Already the European leader in its sector, Valtus seeks to assert itself as a global player in executive interim management. New governance, global perspectives Our governance structure is strongly international, now featuring French, Swedish and Belgian leaders. This multicultural team is set to drive the Group’s strategic vision, fully representing its core values. Philippe Soullier takes on the role of Chairman Björn Henriksson is Valtus’ new Group CEO Yves MEGRET is appointed Managing Partner France Aymeric Bas becomes Managing Partner International & Chief Revenue Officer Cecilia Brinck now is Managing Partner Sweden Arnaud Michaux takes on the role of Group COO  A major turning point The formation of this new leadership team is a pivotal moment in our journey. It represents our bold move towards further international expansion, our ability to blend diverse cultures and break borders. Ready to meet the challenges and seize the opportunities of the global executive interim management market!   Stay tuned for new updates on our international expansion. Read more about our team: https://lnkd.in/da5uscG6 #InternationalExpansion #NewGovernance #GlobalGrowth #GlobalReach

It's inspiring to witness the leadership of Kevin Kane, Chase Kostichka, Matt Krutza, Kim Preston, and Bryan Swanson, five exceptional senior leaders highlighted in this feature story. Their passion and decades of expertise in guiding our clients' growth is a testament to their commitment. Embodying our core values of integrity, service, and community involvement, they are leaders who set benchmarks for inspiring guidance and proactive client service. Their dedication plays a pivotal role in our continuous journey towards excellence and client success. https://ow.ly/ZU7n30sAOBx

No sustainability long term plan can be achieved in isolation. Networking and collaboration are the keys to unlock our pathway to a more sustainable world.

I recently had the privilege of sharing insights on what it takes to excel as a Non-Exec Chair (NXC) during a panel discussion hosted by SI Partners Global. Join me as I share key insights on navigating the role of a Non-Exec Chair in PE-backed companies. From balancing stakeholder needs to providing crucial mentorship, find out how to excel in this pivotal position.   #NXC #NonExecChair #BoardLeadership #PrivateEquity #PEfirms #TalentStrategy #LeadershipInsights #networkingevent #PEBoards #LeadershipEvent