Non-Executive Board Director

The Global Board Institute is the global authority on board excellence. We support stock listed, privately owned and government organizations in setting robust fit-for-purpose governance practices, provide them with qualified and accredited training and development programs, offer a variety of specific solutions to support their growth. We also own and run the Global Chairs & Board Directors Network.

About the Global Chairs & Board Directors Network

The Global Chairs & Board Directors is one of the fastest growing exclusive network exclusive for Experienced and Aspiring Board Directors. Our members include current and former Chairs and Non-Executive Directors of Publicly Listed Organizations, Family Conglomerates, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Government Organizations, Charities & NGOs and some of the world's most consequential organizations. We are growing into 50+ cities worldwide through our network of Local Chapter Partners. Our members have collective board oversight responsibility for organizations.

About the Opportunity

Global Board Institute is selectively evaluating distinguished leaders for admission to the Global Chairs & Board Directors Network, the world's most influential community of board directors, chairs, and governance leaders. This is not an open application. We are identifying a limited number of exceptional candidates who meet our rigorous qualification criteria and can contribute meaningfully to our global network of board professionals across 50+ countries, and to our corporate sponsors who are continuously looking to refresh their boards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend at least 3 of 4 Quarterly Board Director In-Person / Online Meetings
• Contribute to the Strategic and Collective Development of the Global Chairs & Board Directors Network
• Actively Promote the Network to other potential members that meet the qualification criteria
• Develop opportunities for local strategic partnerships with corporate partners and sponsors
• Actively and positively represent the Global Board Institute and the Global Chairs & Board Directors Network in your local community, country and the world.
• Identify yourself in social and business networks both online and offline as a Member and actively promote our benefits.
• Act with full compliance with Corporate Governance and Ethical Standards to uphold the duties of the Board Director according to the best practices of corporate governance and board director code of conduct
• Recuse yourself from board appointments or board discussions that present a conflict of interest and maintain a commitment to remaining non-conflicted at all times.

CANDIDATE PROFILE - We evaluate candidates who demonstrate:

• Current or recent board experience (NED, Chair, Advisory Board, or equivalent)
• Minimum 15 years of senior executive experience (C-suite, Founder, or MD level)
• Track record of enterprise-level strategic decision-making
• Commitment to governance excellence and continuous professional development

What Selected Members Gain

• Earn passive recurring revenue from member recruitment to the Global Chairs & Board Director's Network
• Board Placement Support: Direct introductions to companies actively seeking NEDs through our corporate partner network.
• Global Peer Network: Curated connections with board chairs and directors across industries and geographies
• Exclusive Programming: Access to Chair Dinners, Regional Director Forums, and the annual Global Governance Summit
• Continuous Education: Director-level masterclasses on AI governance, ESG, cyber risk, and emerging board priorities
• Thought Leadership Platform: Opportunities to publish, speak, and contribute to GBI's global research initiatives
• Board Intelligence: Proprietary research, governance briefings, and benchmark data exclusive to members
• Earn Board Director Fees from Board Appointments through our Corporate Sponsors and Partners

Selection Process

• Submit your expression of interest via LinkedIn
• Our Membership Committee reviews all candidates against our qualification criteria
• Shortlisted candidates receive a personal invitation for an interview
• Approved candidates are welcomed into the Global Chairs & Board Directors Network

Important to Please Note

This is a Board Director membership opportunity, and not a traditional employment. The Global Chairs & Board Directors Network is a professional community for accomplished governance leaders that provides the environment, development, access and tools to enable its members to build a Six Figure Board Director Portfolio. An annual membership is required for gaining access to this exclusive network.