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Philippa Taylor explores getting along with fellow board members isn't always what's best for the board

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Philippa Taylor about capitalising on diverse behavioural styles at the board table. Phili...

Cary Hatch details why boards need marketing execs and reputation experts

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Cary Hatch about “Why your Board Should Feature a Marketing Executive” and the opportu...

Leanne Hart explains what boards need to understand about psychosocial hazards

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Leanne Hart about the boards role in managing psychosocial hazards.Leanne was formerly on the b...

Emma Rae has thoughts and research on the gender pay gap and boards

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Emma Rae about what boards need to know about the gender pay gap.Emma Rae is a diversity equity...

Helga goes solo: The End Game, when to wind down your organisation

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Take on Board podcast, I am taking you through through the wind up of the Center for Sustainability leadership. I was chair of t...

My AICD Australian Governance Summit 2024 Day 2 Recap with special correspondents

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I recap the second and very full day of the Australian Institute of Company Directors conference and share my refl...

My AICD Australian Governance Summit 2024 recap with special correspondents

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I recap the Australian Institute of Company Directors conference and share my reflections from the first day.Hear ...

Julia Bearzatto offers a risk refresher and talks the tech questions boards need to ask

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Julie Bearzatto about Risk. What questions should you be asking about technology and the strate...

Ruhee Meghani explains how to prioritize purpose-led leadership development and wellbeing

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Ruhee Meghani about inclusion and wellbeing in the boardroom.Ruhee in on the Regional Advisory ...

Linda White says you should use the 'joining gene' on your pathway to the board room

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode in being reaired in honour of Linda White who passed away at the end of February. To me Linda was a colleague and friend. I learned so m...

Broads on Boards: The Pioneers – the women who took on governance before they could vote

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Pioneers: Many of these board pioneers took on governance roles well before women could vote in a federal election.Hear their stories in this epis...

Broads on Boards: Michelle Deshong on the long, evolving and successful history of Indigenous governance

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today is episode one of the Broads on Boards special series of theTake on Board podcast. This series explores the history of women on Boards in the pl...

Can you thrive at work? Susan Mackenty Brady has ideas on how to do just that

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Susan Brady about what causes women to thrive at work. Susan was previously on the board of Str...

COMING SOON - Broads on Boards a New Podcast from Take on Board

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I have a question for you. When do you think the first woman was appointed to a board in Australia? The 1970s? The 1980s? Not sure? We didn't kno...

Emma Bennison knows how to navigate wins and challenges around the board table

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Emma Bennison about wins and challenges in the boardroom.Emma is on the boards of NV Access Ltd...

Alex Patterson uses a team charter to help her team and board work better

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Alex Patterson about using a team charter exercise to establish ways of working, set expectatio...

Take on Board Breakfast: Liz Cosson responds to questions from the Take on Board community

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast Major General Elizabeth Cosson joins the Take on Board community to respond to their questions. Last week, Liz talk...

Take on Board Breakfast: Liz Cosson translates lessons learned in the Australian Army to the boardroom

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast Major General Elizabeth Cosson joins the Take on Board community to share her trajectory from serving in the Austra...

Belinda Loke and Helga go deep on board management software options

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Belinda Loke about board management software options. Yes, there is more than one!Belinda is a ...

Helga goes solo: Top Tips from the TOB Facebook Community

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 2024! This week on the Take on Board podcast, I am going solo. I have an update on my RSVP word of the year, a birthday wish and I am shari...

Take on Board Summer Series - Tammy Atkins brings you Tammy's Top Tips for making the most of digital board papers

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first Take on Board Summer Series. I've pulled together some of our most-listened to episodes so you have something to keep you company...

Take on Board Summer Series - Marianna O’Gorman has all the details to get you prepared for your next board meeting

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first Take on Board Summer Series. I've pulled together some of our most-listened to episodes so you have something to keep you company...

Takes on Board Summer Series - Fi Slaven on the intersection of governance, technology and risk

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first Take on Board Summer Series. I've pulled together some of our most-listened to episodes so you have something to keep you company...

It's time to RSVP: Reflections on 2023 and goals for 2024

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the final episode of Take on Board for 2023.And what a year it’s been.In this episode, I'm going to take you through my ‘RSVP’ proces...

Michelle Cutler knows how to navigate conflicts of interest

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Michelle Cutler about conflicts of interest.Michelle is on the board of Shaun Parker & Comp...

Mel Sherrin encourages you to get organised with board calendars

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Melanie Sherrin about board calendars.Melanie provides Company Secretary services to a number o...

Karen Corr put her hand up and got involved in boards - is it really that easy?

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Karen Corr about her Journey to the boardroom and the boards role in stakeholder engagement.Kar...

Take on Board Breakfast: Jane Brockington knows when to step down from a board role

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast Jane Brockington knows when it's time to step down from a board role. In the past six months, she's made the decisi...

Sanela Osmic brings big dreams and emotional intelligence into the boardroom

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Sanela Osmic about emotional intelligence in the boardroom.Sanela is on the boards of IPC Healt...

Ari Magalhaes uses her years of experience of analysing risk and employing strategy in the boardroom

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Ari Magalhaes about strategy and risk.Ari is on the board of Arthritis and Osteoporosis Tasmani...

Caroline Patrick brings extensive exec level experience on her boardroom journey

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the take on board podcast, I'm speaking with Caroline Patrick about her journey to the boardroom.Caroline is an experienced non executive dir...

Jacinta Cubis is a master facilitator who wants chairs to approach the role this way

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Jacinta Cubis about the role of Chair as facilitator.Jacinta is a creative master facilitator. ...

Fi Slaven on the intersection of governance, technology and risk

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Fi Slaven about governance, technology and risk.Fi is on the boards of Austin Health, Chair of ...

Marianna O’Gorman has all the details to get you prepared for your next board meeting

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Marianna O’Gorman about how to prepare for board meetings. This is one of the topics that was...

Tammy Atkins brings you Tammy's Top Tips for making the most of digital board papers

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Tammy Atkins about the transition to digital board papers - From reams of paper to electronic b...

Helga goes Solo: Wellbeing in the Board Room

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast you're hearing from me. I may have mentioned previously that I recently completed a certificate in well being in th...

Caroline Pilot spills the tea on the benefits of the Take on Board Kickstarter

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Caroline Pilot about her experience of Take on Board KickStarter program.Caroline joined her fi...

Ask the Take on Board Community: Should I do the AICD Company Directors Course?

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Take on Board podcast I am bring you ToB community crowdsourced response to one question I get asked all the time: Should I do the AI...

Julie Kun defines compassionate decision making and brings it to the boardroom

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Julie Kun about compassionate decision making in the boardroom.Julie is the Chair of Gender Equ...

Karen Foster explains boardroom power plays - how to recognise them and how to use them

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Karen Foster about boardroom power plays.Karen is on the boards of Western Victoria Primary Hea...

Alex Tullio moved from executive to non-executive director with ease and lessons

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Alex Tulilo about her journey to the boardroom.Alex is on the boards of Sandhurst Trustees; Wil...

Madeleine Babiolakis on leadership skills, voluntary boards and a career portfolio

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Madeleine Babiolakis about building leadership skills in a new world of work. Plus, Madeleine i...

Lina Patel has the scoop on how Aussie and US non-profit boards are different

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Lina Patel about exploring the difference between US and Australian NFP Boards & Governance...

Helga goes solo: Steps for Recruiting a Board Member

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, you're just going to be hearing from me, as I take you through steps to recruit a board member.This is one of the ...

Karen Mundine outlines why reconciliation matters to business and boards

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Karen Mundine about why reconciliation matters to business and to boards.Karen Mundine is from ...

Samar Mcheileh navigated a management buyout and says it's worth the risk

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Samar Mcheileh about boardroom culture, finances and navigating a management buyout.Samar is on...

Melissa Donnelly brings strategic planning into the boardroom to maximize lived experiences

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Melissa Donnelly about the importance of strategic planning as a vehicle for bringing the lived...

Podcast takeover – a 4th birthday celebration!

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

SURPRISE! Buffy, here – Helga’s podcast producer. Lisa – Helga’s business manager – and I reached out to the fabulous peeps in the Take...

Take on Board Breakfast: Riwka Hagen knows how to navigate a merger and has tips

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, Riwka Hagen joins me at the Take on Board Breakfast event. Riwka presents Organisational Mergers: Lessons from the...

Marcele de Sanctis has thoughts on using metrics to find the right board mix

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Dr. Marcele de Sanctis about Board Capability and CultureMarcele has 10 years experience workin...

Gina Balarin says marketers play a huge role on boards

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Gina Balarin about her journey to the boardroom.Gina is on the boards of the Chartered Institut...

Take on Board x Lead to Soar - How Women Can Build & Demonstrate Strategic Acumen with Helga Svendsen

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Take on Board x Lead to Soar cross over episode, I was the guest on the Lead to Soar podcast and was interviewed by Michelle Redfern. ...

Helga goes solo: “Be a Voice for Generations” this National Reconciliation Week

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week in Australia it’s National Reconciliation Week.So, today, I'm covering the following:Talk about NRW 2023, the theme and what it means for ...

Ursula Lepporoli on the diverse perspectives of expats on boards

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Ursula Lepporoli about having expats on your board to diversity perspectives.Ursula Lepporoli i...

Red Dearnley on breaking the binary in the boardroom, intersectional inclusion and gender equity

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Red Dearnley about breaking the binary in the boardroom: Improving intersectional inclusion and...

Penelope Barr says there's no excuse for not taking privacy and security seriously

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Penelope Barr about privacy and security in the boardroom. Penelope has previously been a direc...

Emma Olivier on Girl Guides leading to a career in assessing risk

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Emma Olivier about managing risk. Emma is on the boards of Leadership Victoria , Audit and Risk...

Helga goes Solo - Insights on Program with the AICD and Australian Network on Disability

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the ToB podcast I’m going to give you some details about a program I recently participated in. It was part of the Disability Leadership Pro...

Julia Spicer challenges you to hear all voices in the board room

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Julia Spicer about ensuring we are hearing all voices in the boardroom. Julia is on the boards...

El Gibbs says boards need to include people with lived expertise ASAP

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with El Gibbs about the importance of lived expertise on Boards, the Disability Royal Commission fin...

Nareen Young explains what Australian boards get wrong about diversity and Indigenous governance

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Nareen Young about whether Australia's boards reflect its makeup (spoiler alert – no!) and ho...

Christina Matthews applies lessons from a competitive cricket career to board strategy

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Christina Matthews about culture and strategy. Christina is on the boards of  Youth F...

Megan Buntine makes the case to start succession planning now

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Megan Buntine about Succession planning, and subsequent boards consolidation/strengtheningMegan...

My AICD Australian Governance Summit 2023 recap

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I recap the Australian Institute of Company Directors conference and share my reflections.Here is what I heard dur...

Wendy McCarthy on feminist activism in the boardroom and aiming for 50/50

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Wendy McCarthy about her journey to the boardroom. Wendy McCarthy AO – an Australian bu...

Lesley Antoun can explain strategic decision making and board dynamics in English et en français

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Lesley Antoun about strategy, strategic decision making and board dynamics..Lesley is on the bo...

Monica Rosenfeld uses storytelling to communicate key messages

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Monica Rosenfeld about curiosity mindset and personal brand. Monica Rosenfeld is a Commun...

Michelle Loader shares all the details of the Future Board Scholarship

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast I’m speaking with Michelle Loader about the Future Board Scholarship – a scholarship program aimed at building ...

Derryn Heilbuth helps companies strategise and communicate all things ESG

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Derryn Heilbuth about ESG considerations for boards.Derryn is the Exec Chair of BWD, which she...

Belinda Loke on building board acumen outside of the AICD

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Belinda Loke about her recent participation in the McKinsey Board program. Belinda is a N...

Christina Ryan says 2023 is the perfect year to diversify your board and become an ally

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Christina Ryan on diversity and inclusion in the boardroomChristina is on the board of Th...

Welcome to 2023 - Helga Checks in with RSVP and community tips

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello and welcome to 2023 Take on Board!Yes, I know you’ve been enjoying the summer series over the past few weeks – so you’re already been ‘i...

Take on Board Summer Series - Hugs in the boardroom? Yes says Cassandra Kelly

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I am speaking with Cassandra Kelly about love and kindness in the boardroom.Businesses and leaders who dare to cha...

Take on Board Summer Series - Megan May maximised her mentorship - she's got tips for you

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first Take on Board Summer Series. I've pulled together some of our most-listened to episodes so you have something to keep you company...

Take on Board Summer Series - A Deep Dive into ESG with Brynn O'Brien - A Climate Change Conversation

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first Take on Board Summer Series. I've pulled together some of our most-listened to episodes so you have something to keep you company...

It's time to RSVP: Reflections on 2022 and goals for 2023

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the final episode of Take on Board for 2022.And what a year it’s been.In this episode, I'm going to take you through my ‘RSVP’ proces...

Cathy Jones explains the benefits of being new to a board

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Cathy Jones about her observations on being fresh board member!Cathy is on the boards of Goulb...

Take on Board Breakfast: Rosslyn Noonan on the push and pull between strategy and operations

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast Rosslyn Noonan shares her take on balancing the strategic and operational push and pull in the boardroom. She takes...

Nikki McClure says sporting organisations and good governance do fit together

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Nikki McClure about board culture and how education is key in sporting organisationsThe 99th A...

Ellen Hooper knows the governance questions to ask when starting a business

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Ellen Hooper about the governance of a lifestyle business. Ellen is an executive coach an...

Mags Bell says you can quiet your inner critic and she says it in a Scottish accent

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Mags Bell about ‘Silencing The Inner Critic’Mags Bell is an international speaker, author ...

Deb Verhoeven breakdown what the data REALLY shows about gender equity on ASX 300 boards

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Deb Verhoeven about her recent research into gender equity and ASX300 boards. Deb Verhoev...

Gabrielle Dolan says "practice makes better" and more storytelling advice

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Gabrielle Dolan about story-telling for board members. Gabrielle has previously been on t...

Suzanne Brown on how —and why— to use storytelling in your board role

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Suzanne Brown about the importance of story-telling for board members. Almost straight ou...

Should you become an AICD Fellow? Short answer - YES!

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I get asked all the time about becoming a Fellow of the AICD. It allows you to put the letters FAICD after your name, and has a whole host of other be...

Stacey Williams of Representation Matters on women in Honors list

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Stacey Williams about Recognition Matters – what it is and why it’s important. Stacey...

Julie Hyne - On dressing for boardroom success (at least from the waist up)

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Julie Hyne about the relevance and importance of dressing for success in a post-pandemic world...

Robyn Weatherley on Board capacity and effectiveness - and how to achieve both

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Robyn is a practitioner advisor and published author in corporate governance, board operations and board effectiveness. She has worked across listed a...

Nicola Nye on what boards should know about data protection

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nicola Nye talks about what boards need to know about data privacy and governance. Nicola is on the boards of Fastmail, and Correggio Advisory Group a...

Melanie Ho on creative ways to explore Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the boardroom

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Melanie Ho's first board was as a 27-year-old graduate student in 2006, when she chaired the board of directors for the Associated Students at UCLA, a...

Take on Board Breakfast - Jillian West on cultural competency

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This August's Take on Board Breakfast featured Jillian West who introduces the basics of cultural competency of working with and being respectful of t...

Cynthia Mahoney - on mapping emotional intelligence in the boardroom

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cynthia Mahoney talks to us about Emotional Capital Reports and how they might be of value in the boardroom. Cynthia was previously on the boards of A...

Joyce Cacho on influencing in the board room by using your skills

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Joyce Cacho about leveraging business operations, intrapreneur experience, for governance and ...

Julia Cookson on board dynamics, and the 4 board personality types

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Julia Cookson about board dynamics and culture. Julia is on the boards of Connect Health and P...

Karen Tisdell - on LinkedIn for board members, tips and tricks for being recruited and networking

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the take on board podcast, I'm speaking with Karen Tisdell, about LinkedIn and what board directors need to know about using LinkedIn for net...

Kate Waterford on how to reform a board to improve diversity and skills

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is the Chair of two organisations - AusCam Freedom Project (an anti-trafficking charity) and Australasian Birth Trauma Association. She’s also ...

Shweta Maniar - On getting your first board position, and how to bring diverse thinking to it.

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Shweta Maniar about how she networked her way to the board room, including non-traditional rol...

Pauline Vamos on the 2022 Board Diversity Index

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Pauline Vamos about the 2021 Board Diversity Index recently released by the Governance Institu...

Alissa Hsu Lynch - tips and tricks for a graceful transition to the boardroom.

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Alissa Hsu Lynch about her journey to corporate board service – how she landed her first pub...

Lessons from the Larapinta + Third Birthday celebrations!

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hello fabulous take on board community and welcome to this special third birthday celebratory episode of The Take on Board Podcast!In this episode, we...