Board Evaluation

Effective Governance Starts With a High-Performing Board.
A high-performing board sets the tone for strategic leadership and effective oversight, driving growth, innovation, and sustainability. By harnessing the power of collective expertise and diverse perspectives, a well-functioning board creates a foundation for excellence.

Board Evaluation: The Cornerstone of Effective Governance

In our fast-paced and complex business environment, organisations face numerous challenges and opportunities. To succeed, they need a high-performing board of directors that provides strategic guidance, expert oversight, and inspired leadership. However, many boards struggle to keep pace with their organisations' evolving needs, leading to governance gaps and vulnerabilities.

The Role of the Board in Driving Success

A well-functioning board is essential for driving business success. It sets the tone for the organisation's culture, provides strategic direction, and ensures accountability. The board's effectiveness directly impacts the organisation's performance, making it critical to regularly assess and optimise its governance and performance.

The Challenge of Board Evaluation

Board Evaluation is a meticulous and nuanced process that draws on a deep understanding of the organisation's unique context, culture, and goals. It involves a comprehensive assessment of the board's structure, composition, dynamics, and practices, as well as the individual skills and contributions of its members. Our thorough and objective approach, guided by expert insights and best practices, is designed to identify areas of strength and opportunity.

Unlocking Board Potential Through Evaluation

Our Board Evaluation services are designed to help organisations like yours unlock their full potential. We take a comprehensive and objective approach, assessing the board's effectiveness and providing actionable recommendations to enhance governance, improve performance, and drive success. Our experienced Consultants use a range of tools and techniques to gather a rich and nuanced understanding of your board's governance and performance, providing expert insights to help you:

  • Enhance board effectiveness and governance

  • Improve strategic guidance and oversight

  • Strengthen risk management and compliance

  • Develop a high-performing board culture

Elevate Your Board's Performance, Accelerate Your Organisation's Success

Elevating your board's performance can accelerate your organisation's success. Our Board Evaluation services provide the insights and expertise you need to:

  • Drive business growth and innovation

  • Enhance stakeholder trust and confidence

  • Navigate complex challenges and opportunities

  • Achieve your goals and succeed

Next Steps

Discover how our Board Evaluation services can help your organisation thrive. Arrange a confidential consultation and contact any of our experts around the world.

  • Jutta Mejlby
    Denmark

    Jutta Mejlby is the Managing Partner and Country Manager at Selion Global Denmark, bringing almost 20 years of experience, including ten years of international experience in Asia and the US. She is renowned for her deep understanding of the recruitment landscape and strategic methodology for securing top candidates. Jutta's results-oriented approach and skill in handling significant and complex hires have solidified her reputation in the search field. 

    Jutta is results-oriented and committed to excellence, enhancing client and candidate management across various industries. She is known for her passion, professionalism, and dedication to delivering high quality at every step of the process. With extensive insight and a deep cultural understanding, Jutta is an ideal advisor for organisations with ambitious goals.

    Throughout her career, Jutta has worked with several global executive search companies, starting in Asia, where she played a crucial role in sourcing senior-level positions for major international clients across diverse industries. She has a proven track record of managing high-impact recruitment projects, with experience spanning from local to global searches.

    Jutta's expertise also includes working in talent acquisition for larger international companies undergoing transformations.

    She has experience across various industries, including Technology & Digital, Financial Services, FMCG, Shipping & Logistics & Industrial, consistently delivering excellent results in complex searches.

    In addition to her professional achievements, Jutta is dedicated to volunteer work. Since 2022, she has served as a Regional Manager of Make-A-Wish Denmark, overseeing activities and the region's volunteers. Her contributions extend further, as she has also led and placed several board positions.

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  • Daniel Albrecht
    Germany

    Daniel Albrecht is an Associate Partner of Selion Global in Germany and Director in the Hamburg office of Board Connect GmbH, specialising in Executive Search, Management Assessment, and Board Advisory services. With a decade of professional experience in the technology sector, spanning semiconductors, bio/MedTech, and security technology, Daniel Albrecht brings a deep understanding of the industry to his clients. As a trusted advisor, he partners with national and international companies to identify and recruit top executives, managers, and senior-level experts.

    Additionally, he conducts management audits and assessments to evaluate executive performance. As part of the Board Advisory Team, Daniel Albrecht supports boards of directors and supervisory boards in corporate governance matters, including board evaluations, benchmark studies, and market analyses of executive and supervisory board compensation models.

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  • Dr. Tiemo Kracht
    Germany

    Dr. Tiemo Kracht is Associate Partner and Country Manager in Germany and Managing Partner and CEO of Board Connect GmbH. With nearly 25 years of experience in executive search in Germany, Dr. Kracht has established himself as a trusted advisor to organisations across various industries. Following his academic career in Germany, the USA, and Slovakia, as well as professional and leadership roles in the private and public sectors, Dr. Kracht transitioned into executive search in 1995. Over the course of his career, he has collaborated closely with family businesses and owners, supervisory, administrative, and advisory boards, as well as boards of directors and managing directors to fill executive and leadership positions.

    Dr. Kracht has also conducted insightful management audits and has successfully overseen more than 1,600 cross-industry placement processes at the executive level and in upper management.

    His expertise spans various industries, including Financial Services and Real Estate, the Public Sector, Family-owned and medium-sized businesses, and Industry. His functional expertise includes placing supervisory board members, members of the board / C-level functions, and managing directors.

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  • Ravindra Bhide
    India

    Ravindra Bhide is the Managing Partner and Country Manager of Selion Global India. With decades of professional experience, Ravindra brings a wealth of expertise to his role, having worked with top-tier clients across the automotive, process industry, and chemicals sectors.

    Ravindra's career has been marked by senior leadership roles in prominent global organisations, including Korn Ferry International, where he served as a Senior Partner and developed his expertise in leadership search and talent management. His extensive experience working in Europe, including a decade in Switzerland with Ciba Specialty Chemicals (Headquarters), has given him a unique global perspective that he brings to every project.

    Throughout his career, Ravindra has demonstrated a proven track record in leading global search assignments and consulting projects for top-tier clients. His expertise spans executive search and leadership assessment, coaching and mentoring, talent management and development, and change management and ERP implementation support.

    As Managing Partner and Country Manager of Selion Global India, Ravindra spearheads the firm's presence in India, bringing his expertise and network to bear in supporting clients in the region and beyond. He is passionate about teaching, coaching, and development and maintains strong connections with his alma mater and various business schools.

    Ravindra's academic background includes a Bachelor's in Commerce/Accounting and a Master's in Management Studies (Finance) from SPJIMR, University of Mumbai. He is also a Fellow of India's Institute of Cost and Management Accountants. 

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  • Markus Gfeller
    Japan

    Markus Gfeller is Associate Partner and Country Manager of Selion Global Japan and the Managing Partner of G&S Japan K.K., a leading corporate consulting and retained executive search firm dedicated to supporting European businesses in Japan.

    As a seasoned executive with over 27 years of experience in Japan, Markus has built a distinguished career in international corporate finance, change management, and executive search. His expertise spans from his early days in banking with Credit Suisse to his tenure with BayernLB, where he honed his skills in international corporate finance with a strong focus on Asia.

    Markus's passion for Japan has led him to become fluent in Japanese, enabling him to navigate the complex business landscape with ease. He has taken on various leadership roles, including Managing Director and President positions at HARTING and KABA, where he drove change management initiatives. In 2009, he joined G&S Japan K.K. as Senior Partner and later became the Managing Partner, leading the firm's expansion and growth in Japan.

    Under his leadership, G&S Japan K.K. has become a trusted partner to multinational corporations, providing expert guidance in executive search, market entry, expansion, and change management. Markus's extensive network, cultural understanding, and business acumen make him a highly respected advisor to companies navigating the complex Japanese market.

    Professional Associations:

    • Member of German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (GCCIJ), Tokyo

    • Member of Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ), Tokyo

    • Member of Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ICCJ), Tokyo

    • Member of Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCCJ), Tokyo

    • Member of the Foreign Correspondent’s Club of Japan (FCCJ), Tokyo

    • Member of the Tokyo American Club (TAC), Tokyo

    Others:

    • Former Vice President of the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan

    • President of the Section of Education of the Swiss Club Tokyo

     

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  • Esben Poulsson
    Singapore

    Esben Poulsson is Senior Advisor at Selion Global. He contributes his expertise to several boards, both in the Asia Pacific region and the Nordics. He is the Executive Chairman of ENESEL PTE. LTD. (Singapore) and non-executive Chairman of Cambiaso Risso Asia Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) and Tamar Shipmanagement Ltd. (Hong Kong).

    He also holds Non-Executive Directorships for X-Press Feeders Ltd., (Singapore), Nordic Shipholding A/S, (Copenhagen), Batchfire Resources Pty. Ltd., (Brisbane), Epic Gas Ltd., (Singapore) and Finnlines PLc., (Helsinki).

    On the institutional and policy-making level, Esben serves on the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) board. He is the former Chairman of the London-based International Chamber of Shipping and the immediate past President (2019) of the Singapore Shipping Association. He is an Advisory Panel member of the Singapore Maritime Foundation.

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