Andrew Kakabadse

Professor Andrew Kakabadse is an internationally renowned expert on boards, top team management and leadership. A professor of governance and strategic leadership at Henley Business School, he is currently working on a major global study of boardroom effectiveness and governance practice.

Latest Articles by Andrew Kakabadse

  1. 20 March, 2025

    Boost the IQ of your board papers

    Directors can function effectively only if they are well-informed, hence the need for concise, intelligence-driven and relevant board packs.

  2. self-aware

    3 February, 2025

    4 steps to a more self-aware board

    Board directors can be unaware of their limitations; pursuing self-awareness boosts effective collaboration and decision-making.

  3. senior independent director

    1 November, 2024

    Why boards need senior independent directors

    Independent voices on the board are invaluable for ensuring good governance and healthy dynamics for effective decision-making.

  4. difficult questions

    27 September, 2024

    How to approach difficult questions

    Boards need a ‘safe space’ to express ideas and concerns—and to admit mistakes, without fear of negative consequences.

  5. intelligence mindset

    29 July, 2024

    Do you have an intelligence mindset?

    Every board director knows that smart decision making matters, yet even clever leaders often fall into the traps set by ego.

  6. reputation

    5 April, 2024

    Ignore reputation at your peril

    Corporate reputation is critical, yet 67% of board directors fail to speak up in the face of entirely foreseeable crises.

  7. ceo pay

    27 March, 2024

    Why CEO pay hikes are not wise

    Bigger executive pay packets will not fix underperforming organisations. It’s a long game and needs a longer-term solution.

  8. advisory board

    21 February, 2024

    The pros and cons of advisory boards

    Advisory boards give independent advice to the statutory directors. But where does it leave governance if their independence is compromised?

  9. ai governance

    30 January, 2024

    AI is about governance, not tech

    The potential of artificial intelligence is huge, as are the pitfalls. Here’s how to get to grips with the governance required.

  10. cryptocurrencies

    9 October, 2023

    Beware of cryptocurrencies

    Cryptocurrencies promised a freer marketplace but bring unforeseen exposure to economic, technological and security concerns.