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Board Matters

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  • ‘Assessing risk and engaging smart people’ - Ben Irving

    May 27, 2025 · 24 min

    In this episode, Ben Irving delves into return on capital (ROC), risk and technology, why it can be difficult for boards to see what's under the hood, and how boards can attract younger directors. Plus, insights of entrepreneurship from a…

  • ‘The hive mentality and financial performance’- Mike Sang

    May 20, 2025 · 25 min

    In this episode, Mike Sang shares why good companies attract great talent and the importance of businesses staying true to their core values. He delves into the cyclical nature of honey production and giving back to the environment…

  • ‘Short term pain for long term gain’ - Kate Bromfield

    May 13, 2025 · 23 min

    In this episode, Kate Bromfield delves into the ways companies can effectively transition to a sustainable business model that protects the environment while also making a profit.  Find out why companies struggle in the short to medium…

  • 'AI as a co-pilot’ - Helen van Orton

    May 6, 2025 · 23 min

    In this episode, Helen van Orton explains the importance of seeing AI as a co-pilot rather than a a default autopilot, and the need for a human lens. Find out her tips to use AI effectively in preparation for board meetings and the…

  • ‘Avoiding the red flags’ - Paul Reid 

    April 29, 2025 · 23 min

    In this episode, Paul Reid shares his experience about what it means to be a high performing chair, including the red flags to look out for, the elements of a great board, the need to be adaptable and why there isn’t one style or approach…

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  • Board Matters - Season 4 Trailer

    April 22, 2025 · 2 min

    Find out what’s front of mind for directors in New Zealand in the new season of Board Matters, including return on capital, climate as a competitive edge, the need to adapt rapidly to new technology, and the importance of a high performing…

  • “Trust your gut instincts” – Gavin Fernandez

    October 1, 2024 · 16 min

    If you find yourself second-guessing at a board meeting, chances are you won’t be alone. Gavin Fernandez CMInstD explains why being comfortable enough to share your concerns with other board members will enrich discussion and, importantly…

  • “Finding trust in yourself” – Bella Takiari-Brame

    September 24, 2024 · 20 min

    When an approach isn’t working at the board table, everyone should feel entitled to speak up, according to director Bella Takiari-Brame CMInstD, who says this also needs to be done with respect. Listen to the episode to find out the…

  • “Operating as a high-performing board” – Eugene Berryman-Kamp

    September 17, 2024 · 17 min

    What does it take to lay a foundation where people can ‘call out behaviour’ that doesn’t meet the needs of an organisation? While this might feel like dangerous territory, Eugene Berryman-Kamp CMInstD shares his experience of being called…

  • “Stepping towards your purpose” – Maria King

    September 10, 2024 · 22 min

    Knowing yourself is to also understand others. But operating as a group and having your views heard might be challenging when there are strong personalities at play in the boardroom. Find out why taking the time to listen will empower…

  • “Permission to engage” – Antony Vriens

    September 3, 2024 · 24 min

    In a culture of inclusion, people will feel safe to respectfully challenge the views of others, share their own views and enter into constructive debate, according to director Antony Vriens CFInstD.  Find out more about why creating a safe…

  • Board Matters - Season 3 Trailer

    August 26, 2024 · 2 min

    What does it mean to create a safe space in the boardroom and how will this enable diverse perspectives to be shared, while making room for rigorous discussion and debate?     In this season of Board Matters, podcast host Steven Moe MInstD…

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About the show

Board Matters is an ongoing podcast series that addresses governance topics and issues that matter most to boards and directors in Aotearoa New Zealand. Each season, podcast host Steven Moe speaks to leading directors from different industries, delving into their experiences and giving them an opportunity to share their perspectives on themes and issues such as conflicts of interest, navigating tension in the boardroom, SMEs, building diversity, the importance of workplace health and safety, the role of the chair, and much more. Season 4 launches 30 April 2025 exploring what’s front of mind for directors in New Zealand, including return on capital, climate as a competitive edge, what it means to adapt rapidly to new technology, and the elements of a high performing chair. All this and more as host Steven Moe looks at the long, and short-term impacts for directors in the year ahead. Subscribe to the series. Board Matters is brought to you by the Institute of Directors with support from the Advanced Directors Course.  To access governance tools and resources or to find out more, head to iod.org.nz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.