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Women on Boards

Hosted by WB Directors · business · EN · 73 episodes

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About this Podcast:

Our podcast features inspirational success stories from our members on securing board roles and thriving as a non-executive at any career stage. Discover new pathways for professional and personal growth through the success stories of various non-executive female directors as they share their experiences in achieving their boardroom aspirations. WB Directors is a purpose-led business working to increase diversity in executive and non-executive leadership. As the home of the Women on Boards Community, we're the UK's most impactful NED network. Find out more about all our services at: www.wbdirectors.co.uk

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Guest openness

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What is Women on Boards about?

Our podcast features inspirational success stories from our members on securing board roles and thriving as a non-executive at any career stage. Discover new pathways for professional and personal growth through the success stories of various non-executive female directors as they share their experiences in achieving their boardroom aspirations.

Who hosts Women on Boards?

Women on Boards is hosted by WB Directors. The show has published 73 episodes to date.

What has Women on Boards covered recently?

Recent episodes include "How Curiosity Opens Doors to the Boardroom" (14 November 2025, 27 minutes), "Leading with Purpose, Confidence and Creativity" (5 November 2025, 47 minutes), and "How to Actively Manage Your Career" (18 June 2025, 39 minutes).

How often does Women on Boards publish?

Women on Boards publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 39 minutes across 73 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Women on Boards?

Booking probability for Women on Boards is 21%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Women on Boards requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Women on Boards's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Women on Boards?

The strongest fits for Women on Boards are Business & Management Consulting and Associations, Unions & Political Groups. Women on Boards has a business audience.

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WB Directors hosts Women on Boards, a business show with 73 episodes published.

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  • Women on Boards

    How Curiosity Opens Doors to the Boardroom

    Nov 14, 202527 minS0

    <p >In this episode, we speak to Timi Oni, Managing Director at BlackRock, whose career spans strategic communications, brand and reputation management, and commercialisation strategy.</p> <p >Timi reflects on how...

  • Women on Boards

    Leading with Purpose, Confidence and Creativity

    Nov 5, 202547 minS0

    <p>In this episode, we speak to Monica Chadha, experienced NED, Board Advisor and creative industry leader whose career has spanned diverse roles. </p> <p>Monica shares her insights on how curiosity, adaptability, and a...

  • Women on Boards

    How to Actively Manage Your Career

    Jun 18, 202539 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Fiona Hathorn, CEO and Co-Founder of WB Directors, and Dr Malcolm McGregor, Head of Leadership Development, share practical insights on actively managing your career.</p> <p><br /> They discuss key...

  • Women on Boards

    Finding Balance: Career and Community

    May 12, 202526 minS0

    <p>In this episode, we speak with Sadie Daryan, a Senior Marketer and Trustee at the Single Homeless Project, who landed her first board position through our guidance and resources.</p> <p>Sadie discusses the...

  • Women on Boards

    How to Step into Board Roles with Confidence

    Mar 28, 202535 minS0

    <p>Laurie Benson has had a successful career as a media executive in the US and the UK. She has leveraged her experience and expertise into an extensive NED portfolio career. </p> <p>She emphasises the importance of...

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    The Importance of Passion in Your NED Portfolio

    Feb 14, 202543 minS0

    <p>In this episode, we speak with Myfanwy Barrett, an experienced NED and Trustee, as she shares her journey to the boardroom and the wealth of experiences that shaped her career.</p> <p>With a background in public...

  • Women on Boards

    The Experts' Guide to Board Success

    Dec 28, 202425 minS0

    <p>In this episode, we look back at some of the best advice shared by our members throughout 2024 on succeeding as a non-executive director. These seasoned individuals provide valuable insights on assessing board fit...

  • Women on Boards

    Building Your NED Portfolio in Insurance

    Nov 14, 202440 minS0

    <p>In this episode, we speak with Carol Hagh, an experienced portfolio NED serving on both a FTSE 250 board and a FTSE All-Share board. Carol shares insights from her extensive career and journey in the boardroom.</p>...

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    Embracing Strategic Decision-Making for Boardroom Success

    Oct 10, 202448 minS0

    <p>In this episode Lloydette Bai-Marrow, an experienced non-executive director, anti-corrpution expert, and economic crime lawyer, discusses her extensive career and board journey. She emphasises the importance of...

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    How to Balance a NED Portfolio Alongside Your Day Job

    Sep 4, 202437 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Tracy Watkinson, an experienced Non-Executive Director and a FTSE100 Chief Operating Officer, shares the invaluable tips gained from her remarkable career and board journey. Tracy has held various...

  • Women on Boards

    Breaking Barriers in the Boardroom

    Jul 29, 202443 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Monica Collings, a seasoned portfolio Non-Executive Director and award-winning former CEO, shares her experiences, challenges, and the strategies she adopted to break barriers and succeed in the...

  • Women on Boards

    Strategic Approaches to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

    Jun 28, 202442 minS0

    <p>How do you create a truly inclusive company culture? In this episode, our CEO, Fiona Hathorn, is joined by Matt Duncan, Managing Director (Business Performance Improvement Leader) at Protiviti, and Dr Zandile Ndlovu...

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    How to secure a board role with 'non-traditional' skill sets

    May 9, 202441 minS0

    <p>Traditionally, the boardroom has been seen as the domain of accountants and lawyers, but the modern board requires non-executives with a broader range of professional expertise.</p> <p>In this episode, we hear from...

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    Building a NED career in financial services

    Apr 3, 202437 minS0

    <p>In this podcast, Marcia Cantor-Grable, an experienced portfolio Non-Executive Director, shares her inspiring journey of working in executive committee and board level roles in financial services. Throughout her...

  • Women on Boards

    Elevating HR to the boardroom

    Mar 5, 202446 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Yetunde Hofmann talks about her journey to becoming an experienced portfolio Non-Executive Director and Board Mentor. She highlights the need to be intentional with networking and recognising the...

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    How to Stay Resilient with Women on Boards Ukraine

    Feb 5, 202440 minS0

    <p>In a special episode, three senior Ukranian leaders share their unique experiences of staying resilient during a crisis and discuss the recently launched Women on Boards Ukraine Network.</p> <p>Olga Ustynova...

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    How to build a portfolio career in ethical investments

    Jan 11, 202447 minS0

    <p>In this episode, our Co-Founder and Executive Director speaks to Katrina Shenton on her unique journey to the boardroom as an ethical investments professional. Katrina highlights the importance of choosing boards...

  • Women on Boards

    Peju Adebajo - Success Story

    Sep 27, 202330 minS0

    <p>In this episode our CEO Fiona Hathorn catches up with experienced NED and CEO, and Women on Boards member, Peju Adebajo. Peju shares her journey of becoming a portfolio NED from the starting point of arriving in the...

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    Stepping up to Chair - what's really involved in becoming a Board Chair?

    May 24, 202336 minS0

    <p>In this podcast we hear from Sue Douthwaite, Chair of Nexa Finance and NHS Business Service Authority, and Sarah Heenan, Chair of Regents Opera - two members who stepped into Chair roles in 2022 about their...

  • Women on Boards

    Bursary Podcast Series, Episode 2, March 2023

    Mar 20, 202348 minS0

    <p>Episode 2 of our Bursary Programme mini-series podcast special! In this episode, Fiona Hathorn, CEO and Co-Founder at Women on Boards UK, was delighted to speak with Bami Adenipekun and Marianna Sikorowska about why...

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