Board Matters

"Things to Know About SMEs and NFPs" - with David Glover CMInstD

Board Matters

Show Notes

David Glover CMInstD is an experienced director, chair and CEO with over 35 years’ experience working in New Zealand, Australia, Asia and Europe. He is currently on eight boards including the new national board of the Institute of Directors, chair of Trust Horizon, DevAcademy Aotearoa, and Synapsys. A chartered director, and business advisor, he co-wrote ‘Don’t worry about the Robots’ a book on technology and the future of work. In this episode, he shares why his path to governance started with a desire to help start-ups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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