Board Dynamics – Challenge
25 June 2020
Board Performance Reviews
Optimising Board Performance
Genius Boards is an independent provider of board performance reviews and evaluations, in the UK and internationally.
With our strong track record in delivering independent board performance reviews, we have added genuine value to boards across a diverse range of sectors;
Technology, Media & Telecommunications
Financial Services
Education & Social Impact
Healthcare
Industrial
Private Equity
Consumer
Government
A highly effective board of directors is pivotal in the success of your organisation and adds significant value to your organisation, its customers, shareholders, directors, employees and various other stakeholders.
Recognising this, board performance reviews become an important process to improving
board performance and dynamics, irrespective of the size, status or type of organisation.
- We understand that every organisation is unique. We offer customised reviews that are specifically tailored to your organisation's goals, challenges, and culture. This means you get insights that are directly relevant to your situation, helping you achieve excellence in board performance and decision-making.
- We provide you with data-driven insights and actionable recommendations that are aligned with your strategic objectives. This empowers your board to make informed decisions that drive growth and success.
- This leads to improved board effectiveness, stronger leadership, and better governance practices. Our goal is to help your board reach its full potential and deliver value to your stakeholders.
- Your organisation's unique situation is treated with the utmost discretion. You can trust us to provide honest, constructive feedback and recommendations that support your board's performance.
- We work with you to implement recommended changes and monitor progress over time. This ensures that your board continually evolves and adapts to meet the evolving needs of your organisation.
- We bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table, ensuring that your tailored board performance review is comprehensive and insightful.
- We offer cost-effective solutions that deliver exceptional value for your investment.
Board Evaluation Specialists
Providing independent Board Evaluations for enhanced Board dynamics
Our Board Evaluation Process
Our comprehensive and objective board performance review assesses current strengths and weaknesses of your board that lays out a measurable plan for sustained improvement.
During our reviews, we prioritise social, communication and interpersonal skills equally with technical skills, industry expertise and corporate structural design, all of which need to exist in balance and with sufficient diversity to achieve the optimal levels of decision making that will enable your Board to transcend its limitations and achieve true excellence.
The board performance review involves:
- Completion of a confidential board effectiveness questionnaire by the board and executive team members.
- Review of the last 12 months of board and committee materials, focusing on governance, Committee Terms of Reference, and key areas like culture, ESG, cyber-security, risk management, and strategy.
- Confidential one-to-one interviews with board directors and senior executives.
- Optional attendance as an observer at board and selected committee meetings.
- Development of a draft board performance report for initial review by the Board Chair.
- Presentation of the draft report's key findings and recommendations to the board.
““Group Thinking” or lack of courage to ask the tough and strategic questions is the chief weakness on Boards today.”
Pearl Zhu
Our Commitment
As part of our commitment to driving sustained improvement, our board performance review includes 12 months of follow-on support, provided at no extra cost to the Board Chair, Secretary, and CEO. This support addresses the implementation of board performance review recommendations and new board effectiveness, governance, and performance issues arising during that period.
How We Can Help?
