We develop the next generation of board-ready leaders by matching emerging talent with future-thinking boards through our unique Observer pathway.
Finding experienced directors from diverse backgrounds can be challenging, but there's a growing expectation and requirement for boards to truly reflect their stakeholders and communities. For emerging leaders, breaking into the boardroom can be a frustrating catch-22: boards want experienced directors, but how can talented individuals gain that experience without first serving on a board?
The Observership Program solves this by creating a diverse pipeline of future leaders. We give skilled young professionals the chance to sit on government and not-for-profit boards as Observers, providing first-hand exposure to board decision-making and operations. Through targeted training and mentorship, we ensure they're valuable contributors around the table.
For over a decade, we've been creating alternative pathways to board roles that don't depend on existing connections or previous director experience. Our approach doesn't just open doors – it transforms boardrooms by bringing fresh perspectives, contemporary skills and diverse, lived experiences to governance roles across the country.
