WELCOME
TO KEARY
HARPER LLP
Board Evaluation
An effective board is one that:
- thinks broadly and strategically
- is not afraid to challenge internal and external perceived wisdom
- sustains relationships that are neither too comfortable nor antagonistic
- uses the dynamic between executives and non-executives creatively
- has robust processes that are neither mechanical nor bureaucratic
We know that board evaluation has been seen as 'clunky', tick box, and little to do with improving performance. Our approach is outcome and improvement focused, rigorous where it needs to be, whilst being agile and tailored to each company's needs. For some boards, it is an external validation and reinforcement of current good practice: for others it can generate more radical change.
Examples of our work
- Financial services - review resulting in the board changing its format and developing key directors
- Aviation - 180-degree review of whole board which resulted in an improved relationship between CEO and team, and new board practices
- Engineering - worked with board on strategic review leading to separation of Chair and CEO roles and improved processes
- Transportation - health check prior to sale, resulting in key director changes and a bigger focus on strategy development
- Private equity - review of acquired business, resulting in an improvement action plan to maximise subsequent disposal value.
"The support that keary harper has given our whole team both at board and individual level has been invaluable" (CEO, financial services)