We have an exciting pre-conference workshop at our upcoming annual conference in beautiful Montreux on May 26-28 led by Nathalie Rowell, CEO & Founder at VirdisGroup:
A board, really? A Board, indeed!
Insights on the role of the board for biotech start-ups and on key attributes of board members
Start-ups and small independent companies often ask why a Board is necessary, sensing that a Board takes time and energy, requires extensive communication, and might be perceived as a hindrance to the business. What is a Board of Directors for? In our workshop, we’ll analyse the overall purpose, remit, and goals of a Board. We will go through several examples of companies with and without Boards. Then, we will have a case study around the appropriate/inappropriate set of rules for a Board and define the proper functions that a Board should have to advise a company. Finally, we will discuss what it takes for an industry veteran to be a reliable Board member.
Nathalie brings over 20 years of experience and credibility in hiring international talent for the life science industry. She continues to advise senior executives in many different cultures on how to shape their careers and their organizations. A solid track record of international success has given Nathalie a deep understanding of the life-sciences and a strong empathy with clients. Her extensive industry knowledge and specialist insight is valued highly, enabling VirdisGroup clients to benchmark realistically, evaluate carefully, and find exactly the right individuals to lead and develop their organisations.
Nathalie created VirdisGroup in 2007 and, since then, has built both a strong team and a broad network of skilled people around the world. Her understanding of life science organisations and her extensive experience make her a credible and well-recognized recruitment partner.
Nathalie read Law at Paris Assas University and worked as lawyer in the field of intellectual property before becoming an entrepreneur and moving to international executive search.