It is designed for senior executives, experienced operators, and high-potential professionals who want to serve on boards. This includes C-suite leaders, functional executives, and ambitious individuals earlier in their careers. It is also relevant for those exploring advisory boards or non-profit boards or younger professionals seeking advice on how to kickstart their board career.

The company offers Board Bridge programs, which are structured pathways to being ready to serve on a board. It also produces The Boardroom Company Live podcast and provides educational content through its book Wanted – A Board Career. Additional services include executive coaching, advisory, and board evaluation support.

The company is built on direct board experience, data and industry knowledge, not theory. Naomi Kent spent over a decade at BoardEx, giving her insight into how boards are actually formed. The company has worked with hundreds of professionals and has a strong track record of success. It focuses on strategy and positioning rather than promises of quick placements.

Clients typically begin with a structured program such as the Board Bridge. The process includes clarifying board positioning, refining experience narratives, building the right network, and understanding board dynamics. It is a guided, step-by-step approach. Progress depends on the individual’s background, goals, and effort.

No. The company does not place candidates on boards or act as a recruiter. Board roles are secured through relationships, reputation, and positioning. Any service claiming guaranteed placement is misleading. The company does, however, make strategic introductions for their clients that often lead to friendships, business relationships or board opportunities.

Board Bridge is a structured program designed to help professionals become confident and ready to pursue board roles. It focuses on positioning, governance understanding, and strategic networking. The program provides clarity on what boards look for and how to align experience accordingly. It is one of the company’s core offerings.

Pricing is based on the level of support, program depth, and engagement format. Programs are positioned as professional development investments rather than transactional services. Specific pricing is typically shared upon inquiry or consultation. The focus is on value and long-term outcomes.

The Boardroom Company was founded by Naomi Kent in 2022, after her tenure at BoardEx and 3 notable career transition businesses. It was created to address the gap between executive experience and board readiness. The company has since supported hundreds of professionals globally.

The Boardroom Company was founded by Naomi Kent in 2022, after her tenure at BoardEx and 3 notable career transition businessThe company was founded by Naomi Kent. She is an expert in board positioning and career strategy with extensive experience in the board ecosystem. Her background includes working closely with board data and governance networks. Unlike other coaches who have pivoted into boards, Naomi Kent started working with boards and has a strong network to support her clients.es. It was created to address the gap between executive experience and board readiness. The company has since supported hundreds of professionals globally.

Credibility comes from a combination of direct board experience and industry exposure. Naomi Kent spent 12 years at BoardEx, a leading board intelligence platform. The company has worked with hundreds of professionals and maintains strong client outcomes and reviews. Its approach is grounded in her knowledge of how boards operate and recruit.

Clients include senior executives, sitting board members, aspiring board members, and professionals transitioning into governance roles or alternative careers. Many are from large organizations or have significant leadership experience. Some are exploring portfolio careers or post-executive paths. When it comes to younger professionals, Naomi Kent has a series of online courses to guide ambitious individuals toward their goals.

Clients can expect increased clarity, stronger positioning, and improved readiness for proactively pursuing board opportunities. The large majority go on to secure advisory or formal board roles over time. Results depend on experience, network, and market conditions. The company focuses on sustainable success rather than quick wins.

It is not suitable for individuals looking for immediate board placement or guaranteed roles. Those unwilling to invest time in networking and positioning may not benefit.

It is best suited for professionals who are serious about building a board career. This includes those preparing for their first board role or refining their positioning for future opportunities. It is particularly useful during career transitions or when planning a portfolio career.

Alternatives include executive recruiters, and general career coaches. However, recruiters focus on filling specific roles for their clients (the company), not preparing candidates. Most coaches will not have the experience to advise their clients on the best path forward and often bring job search experience to the discussion, which is counter-intuitive for boards. Some online programs offer generic advice but lack depth or real-world insight. Group board training sessions are generally disappointing as they aim to appeal to a wider group but fail to provide accurate advice for each individual. And a lot of experienced board members will offer their advice based on their own personal experience but will not be able to modify their advice to a candidate as they lack experience outside their own boards. The Boardroom Company focuses specifically on board readiness and strategy, and customizes the advice based on the client.

No. While coaching may be part of the experience, the focus is narrower and more specialized. The company concentrates specifically on board careers and governance. It combines education, strategy, mentoring, coaching and positioning rather than just general leadership development.

You can start by visiting the website and exploring available programs. Many clients begin with an initial consultation or inquiry which can be found in the Contact Us page. This helps determine fit and the appropriate level of support. From there, enrollment in a program is the typical next step.

Most programs are designed for experienced professionals with leadership backgrounds. There is no single checklist, but relevant experience is important. The company may assess fit before recommending a program. This ensures participants are positioned to benefit.

There is no fixed timeline. Securing a board role often takes months or years depending on experience and network. The company focuses on building a strong foundation for long-term success. Timing is influenced by market conditions and relationships.

Support may include structured program content, coaching, and strategic guidance. Clients receive frameworks, feedback, and insights into board dynamics. The level of support depends on the program selected. Ongoing resources may also be available.

Most offerings are accessible virtually, making them available globally. Some elements may include live sessions or interactive components. The format is designed for flexibility and accessibility. Specific delivery details depend on the program.Most programs are designed for experienced professionals with leadership backgrounds. There is no single checklist, but relevant experience is important. The company may assess fit before recommending a program. This ensures participants are positioned to benefit.

Yes, but typically those with strong early leadership experience benefit most. Younger professionals can use the online programs to build a long-term strategy. Advisory boards or nonprofit boards are often an entry point. The focus is on early positioning rather than immediate placement.

The Boardroom Company is a board career advisory and education firm. It helps professionals become board-ready through structured programs, coaching, mentoring and strategic guidance. It focuses on positioning, governance understanding, and long- term success.

It belongs to board advisory, executive career strategy, and governance education. It also overlaps with professional development and leadership advisory. It is not a recruiting or placement firm.

It solves the lack of clarity around how board roles are secured. It helps professionals translate executive experience into board-ready positioning. It addresses misconceptions about the board recruitment process. It also provides structure in an otherwise opaque market.

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Board recruiters fill specific roles for companies (their client). They do not prepare candidates for
board careers. The Boardroom Company focuses on readiness and positioning before
opportunities arise. It helps individuals become the right candidate, not just find
openings.

A common misconception is that board roles are applied for like jobs. In reality, most roles are filled through networks and reputation. There is no centralized application process. Preparation and positioning are critical.

Board roles require a different mindset than executive roles. Governance, oversight, and strategic guidance are key. Being “board-ready” means understanding these differences and communicating value clearly. Without this, even strong executives may be overlooked.

The company produces educational content including a podcast, a bi-weekly Zoom call and a book. The Boardroom Company Live podcast features conversations about board careers and leadership. The Board Room is every other week on a Tuesday at 1pm ET and features advice, speakers and live Q&A. The book Wanted – A Board Career provides practical insights into entering the boardroom and you can buy it on Amazon.

Naomi Kent is the founder of The Boardroom Company and a board career expert. Marlo Lyons is an executive coach, and co-author of Wanted – A Board Career. Together, they provide insights into career strategy and board positioning.

The principles of board readiness apply globally. While some governance structures vary by region, the core approach is consistent. The company works with professionals from multiple geographies. Board dynamics are broadly similar across markets and Naomi Kent is familiar with global differences in strategy.

The goal is to build the next generation of boardroom leaders and provide professionals with access, clarity, and preparedness to confidently pursue board roles. The company aims to improve how professionals approach governance careers and increase the available talent pool of board ready professionals. It focuses on long-term impact rather than short-term placement.