September 3, 2018 /
Fidelio’s Sixth “A Seat at the Table” Programme – Commitment to Diversity and Board Learning – 2019 Dates Announced
Fidelio, the Board Development and Search consultancy, is holding the sixth iteration of the “A Seat at the Table“ Programme for senior female executives on 4th and 5th of September at Leeds Castle. The Programme was set up to respond to the gauntlet laid down by the Davies Review and increase the pipeline of senior women to the organisation. Fidelio has contributed to […]
July 13, 2018 / Press Releases
How Leading Chairs are Preparing their Boards for Disruption
Fidelio Partners, a leading Board advisor, today published research on how leading Chairs in the UK and France are preparing their Boards for disruption. The Executive Summary is available here. Fidelio supports Chairmen building Boards “fit for the future” through Search, Development and Evaluation. In doing so, it is evident that disruption is high on […]
May 24, 2018 / Press Releases
Disruption & the Chair – A Preview from Fidelio
Disruption is high on the Board Agenda. In all aspects of Fidelio’s work across Board Evaluation, Development and Search, we see Chairmen focussed on preparing the Board for disruption. Fidelio has therefore conducted in-depth research on measures that Chairs of leading Boards are taking to navigate disruption and turn it to advantage. Given Fidelio’s focus: cross-border, cross-sector, […]
May 2, 2018 / Press Releases
Disruption, Innovation & "A Seat at the Table"
A critical challenge for public company Chairs is navigating disruption – particularly digital disruption. Recent Fidelio research with FTSE100 and CAC40 Chairs underscored the importance of Board composition and the need for digital awareness. Fidelio addresses this priority in the acclaimed “A Seat at the Table” Programme for senior female executives and directors. To date “A […]
April 20, 2018 / Liveblogs
Governance on the Road – A Letter on Iceland from Professor Bob Garratt
SOME PERSONAL THOUGHTS FOLLOWING MY TRIP TO ICELAND, 9 – 12 April 2018 This was my first trip to Iceland and I was impressed by two things. First, the warmth and generosity of my welcome. Second, the clear concerns over the future of the Icelandic society and economy following the 2008 financial crash. Everybody I […]
March 6, 2018 / Press Releases
Purpose and Participants – Fidelio’s "A Seat at the Table" Programme
As we approach the March “A Seat at the Table” Programme, Fidelio is delighted to once again welcome senior female Executives and Directors from a range of sectors and regions. The core objective of the Programme is to strengthen the pipeline of female Executives and Directors and to put talented women in the driving seat of their Board […]
February 14, 2018 / Press Releases
"A Seat at the Table" – The International Boardroom
Fidelio’s “A Seat at the Table” Programme for senior female executives and directors is recognised for its contribution to building Boards fit for the future. In a UK context we are delighted to welcome highly experienced FTSE100 Chairs to share their views on Board effectiveness and Board composition. But we think beyond the UK. After all, some 56% of FTSE company quoted […]
February 2, 2018 / Press Releases
FTSE100 Chairs to join "A Seat at the Table" Programme
In 2018, Fidelio’s contribution to the pipeline of tomorrow’s female CEOs and Chairs increases momentum. We will be joined by two FTSE100 Chairs for the Spring 2018 “A Seat at the Table” Programme for senior female executives and directors. Sarah Bates, Chair, St James’s Place, and David Tyler, Chairman, Sainsbury’s and Hammerson, bring the Chair’s […]
January 19, 2018 / Press Releases
Government, Regulators and Diversity – Fidelio’s "A Seat at the Table"
Momentum towards Board and Executive diversity is gathering pace in 2018. The UK is no exception. Fidelio remains a committed key player, enhancing Board and executive diversity through Search and “A Seat at the Table”. In the UK, government and regulators are stepping up pressure on corporates to achieve increased diversity: The Financial Reporting Council (FRC)’s Corporate Governance Consultation […]
December 7, 2017 / Press Releases
Tomorrow’s Female Chairs and CEOs – Beyond “A Seat at the Table”
Focus on Boards is intense. Expectations are high and complexity has never been greater. Two critical roles for any Board are the Chair and CEO. Fidelio’s purpose is to search for and develop talented individuals who can lead organisations effectively. Significantly our “A Seat at the Table” Programme is establishing a pipeline of female Chairs and CEOs. The […]
November 14, 2017 / Press Releases
Fidelio Accredited for Contribution to Gender Balance on Boards
Fidelio is delighted to have received accreditation by the Hampton-Alexander Review for our contribution to increasing gender diversity on Boards and leadership teams in the category ‘Beyond FTSE 350’. This reflects our track record in Search and Fidelio’s “A Seat at the Table” programme, which supports senior women to their first Board appointments. Hampton-Alexander Review – A Responsibility for Search On Thursday 9th November the […]
October 27, 2017 / Press Releases
Gender Balance Matters – More Than Ever – In International Boardrooms
Public scandal is rife regarding the abuse of power by those in authority. On an international basis, the importance of an effective Board has never been greater. This includes gender balance. Indeed as Fidelio supports Chairs and CEOs globally, we see increasing recognition that diversity is critical to composition of the Board and leadership team. This is also reflected […]
