Better boards -
greater societal impact
BoardCompanions connects non-profit organizations and social enterprises with experienced, committed board members.
We help supervisory and non-executive board members develop through knowledge sharing, mentoring and peer support.
In doing so, we help organizations strengthen their governance, professionalize and increase their societal impact.
BoardCompanions grew out of the INSEAD Alumni network and works closely with sister organizations in other countries. We are driven by impact, not profit.
Governance Support at Board Level
Effective governance is critical to organisational resilience and long-term impact. BoardCompanions provides access to experienced, independent professionals who contribute strategic perspective, oversight and governance expertise.
Board-Level Support
BoardCompanions contribute senior executive and non-executive experience, supporting boards in strengthening governance structures.
Strategic Oversight
We support organisations in aligning governance with long-term strategy, ensuring clarity in roles, responsibilities and accountability.
Careful Matching
Each engagement is based on a rigorous matching process, aligning organisational needs with relevant expertise, experience and context.
Scale and Impact
BoardCompanions operates at the intersection of governance and societal impact, supporting organisations across a broad range of sectors.
Engagements span sectors including healthcare, education, sustainability and social innovation.
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Active mandates
A Structured Approach to Matching and Engagement
Our model is designed to ensure alignment, effectiveness and long-term value creation for both organisations and BoardCompanions.
Assessment
We work with organisations and candidates to define requirements, governance needs and areas of potential contribution.
Matching
We identify and propose BoardCompanions whose experience and perspective are aligned with the organisation’s context and objectives.
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Engagement
BoardCompanions contribute through ongoing involvement, providing independent input at board level and supporting governance over time.
For Organisations
Organisations operating in complex environments require strong governance to support effective decision-making and sustainable growth. BoardCompanions provides access to independent, experienced professionals who strengthen board capability and oversight.
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Access senior executive and board-level expertise
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Strengthen governance structures and accountability
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Enhance strategic clarity and decision-making
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Benefit from independent, objective perspectives
For BoardCompanions
BoardCompanions enables INSEAD executives to apply their experience in a governance context, contributing to organisations with societal relevance while engaging in meaningful board-level work.
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Join a curated network of experienced professionals
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Contribute at board level in a structured environment
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Support organisations with significant societal impact
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Engage in intellectually rigorous and purpose-driven work
Perspectives from the Network
Jacqueline Kremer
Strategisch Adviseur sociale innovaite bij Humanitas
"Het werken met een BC betekent voor mij dat je een vertrouwenspersoon om je heen hebt die met je meedenkt, je coachende vragen stelt en samen met jou en je collega’s zoekt naar de kern van het probleem, een oplossingsrichting en een plan van aanpak. Ook houden ze een vinger aan de pols bij de voortgang."