Fidelio’s purpose is ‘Building Better Boards’ through Evaluation, Development and Search. Our clients are committed to high performing Boards and leadership teams and the value this brings to the organisation.
Why Fidelio
What We Offer
Fidelio’s approach is analytical and forward-looking with a clear focus on Board and leadership effectiveness
Search and Diversity
Fidelio’s Board and Executive Search practice delivers diverse and outstanding results through forward-looking process and rigorous independent thinking.
Each Search begins with what the role is required to deliver.
Board Evaluation and Development
Fidelio approaches Evaluation as a powerful and practical tool for the Chairman to increase Board effectiveness. Our approach draws upon the insights of the Board, shareholder and stakeholder expectations, brings external perspective and benchmarking of best practice. Fidelio offers targeted and bespoke Board and Executive development, bringing external perspectives into the Boardroom; enhancing Board dynamic and supporting Boards to navigate complexity and disruption. This includes tailored Board modules, induction programmes and succession planning
Strategy and ESG
Business has moved from shareholder to stakeholder primacy with profound implications for governance, strategy and people. Fidelio’s ESG Leadership GRID is a powerful tool enabling Chairs and CEOs to build the leadership capability needed to succeed under the ESG imperative.
Track Record
Fidelio’s Search, Development and Evaluation practices have a proven track record supporting Chairmen to Build Better Boards
Our Track Record
Recent Publications
Voice of the Boardroom - providing insights and critical thinking into the most pressing topics on the Board agenda
Fidelio Strategic Update – New Location & Senior Appointment
Due to continued growth, Fidelio is pleased to announce our move into larger and well-appointed offices at 60 Petty France, Victoria, after eight years in Mayfair. We are delighted to see…
The Search for Climate Change Competence
As COP 26 approaches, expectations build, as does apprehension. The future of humanity hinges on the progress of policy makers in agreeing frameworks, levers and incentives to decarbonise. And business…
The Chair as Custodian of Corporate Reputation
Boards have always had a strong focus on corporate reputation. This intensified over the past couple of years given the crises that many businesses have faced, as well as the…
Comply or Explain – The Judgement Muscle
Board Evaluations assess Board effectiveness. A key aspect of effectiveness for a Board is judgement and certainly in the context of an Evaluation Fidelio will consider - and assess –…
Eight Attributes of Effective Chairs
Honing Chair Skills Today’s Chairs must navigate a fast-changing business environment and ever-increasing complexity – and the Chairs of tomorrow are likely to face even greater challenges, including from climate…
Bids, Boards and Section 172
Recent takeover activity in the London market, prompted by the relative undervaluation of some UK companies, has clear implications for Boards. A takeover is evidently an instance where interests almost…
Events
Business and political leaders sharing views and experience
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‘The Board and Strategy’
Fidelio will host a roundtable exploring ‘The Board and Strategy' on 19th October. Effective strategy formation is key to corporate success. Done well strategy will draw fully upon the strengths…
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‘The Chair as Chief Reputation Officer’
Fidelio will host a webinar exploring 'The Chair as Chief Reputation Officer’ on 20th July. Three Chairs with extensive experience across a range of sectors and geographies will explore with…
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IFC & Fidelio CEO Roundtable ‘Tech Start-up Board Governance and Strategy’
The IFC and Fidelio Partners will jointly host a 'CEO Roundtable on Tech Start-up Board Governance and Strategy' on 19th July, joined by CEOs from IFC portfolio companies across emerging markets.…
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Fidelio & IFC Webinar ‘The Board and Strategy’
IFC and Fidelio Partners will jointly host a webinar exploring ‘The Board and Strategy' on 7th July. Effective strategy formation is key to corporate success. Done well strategy will draw fully…
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Wirecard: Implications For Boards
Fidelio is pleased to host a Roundtable exploring ‘Wirecard: Implications For Boards’ on 9th June. Corporate failures and scandals also represent opportunities for Board to learn. Fidelio’s Steve Cheetham will lead…
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‘Lessons from the Chair: A Decade of Climate Risk & Opportunity’ with Richard Gillingwater
Fidelio and Chapter Zero were pleased to host a webinar exploring 'Lessons from the Chair: A Decade of Climate Risk and Opportunity' with Richard Gillingwater on 31st March. Richard Gillingwater…