Trustees’ Week 2025
Trustees’ Week 2025 (3–7 November) celebrates the incredible contribution of trustees across the UK. This year’s theme — Good Governance — highlights the importance of strong, transparent and inclusive leadership, especially as we prepare for the updated Charity Governance Code. Discover why good governance matters, how boards can strengthen their practice, and ways to celebrate trusteeship this week.
How to Run a CEO Recruitment Process That Attracts Top Talent
Attracting the right CEO is one of the most important responsibilities for any board. A successful recruitment process requires more than advertising a vacancy — it demands clear strategy, inclusive assessment, and a compelling candidate experience. This article explores the steps that help boards secure top leadership talent and set new CEOs up for long-term success.
Interviewing at Executive Level
At the executive level, competence is only the starting point. Boards and hiring committees need to ask deeper questions that reveal leadership style, strategic thinking, and cultural alignment. Here are the questions that uncover more than a CV ever could.
Trustees for Epilepsy Scotland
Epilepsy Scotland is looking for passionate and committed individuals to join our Board of Trustees. This is a unique opportunity to use your expertise to influence our work, champion the rights of people living with epilepsy, and help shape a brighter future. Together, we can make lasting change.
How to Build a Diverse and Effective Board in 2025
Chairs and trustees face growing pressure to ensure their boards are both diverse and effective. From skills audits to inclusive recruitment, discover six practical steps to strengthen governance, decision-making, and stakeholder trust in today’s complex business landscape.
CEOs and Chairpersons – Who is Who?
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Trustee for Dog Aid Scotland
We’re seeking passionate, motivated individuals to join our Board and guide the charity’s strategic direction. As a Trustee, you’ll use your experience and insight to strengthen our work promoting responsible dog ownership, supporting dog welfare, and assisting owners in need.
How to Recruit Charity Trustees Who Add Value
Effective charity trustees bring fresh ideas, diverse skills, and strategic thinking. Here’s why thoughtful, open recruitment is key to building a strong board.
Who can you trust to find charity trustees?
A charity trustee needs a wide range of skills. They need to be able to understand the charity’s challenges, know how to address them, and help the organisation evolve their operations. The best charity trustee boards do this constructively and enthusiastically, drawing on each member’s unique expertise, experiences and ideas to empower the organisation as […]