Strategic Board Talent Acquisition
We strengthen boards by identifying global-minded leaders who bring diversity in gender, nationality, and expertise. Our tailored search connects your organization with exceptional candidates, ensuring your board meets global governance standards and drives sustainable success.
We specialize placing highly qualified, global-minded, and diverse candidates on board of Japanese companies.
We believe board composition is a critical part of corporate strategy. Board composition impacts performance, risk oversight, employee recruitment and retention, and innovation. Diversity in gender, skills, experience, age, and nationality can all contribute to long-term sustainable growth.
Our Strengths
Largest Global Network for Japan
Our global access to Japanese and non-Japanese board director candidates is unparalleled. The Japan Board Diversity Network is the largest global network of Japanese and non-Japanese highly-skilled individuals who currently serve as board directors or are seeking board director roles in Japan. Our members reside in Japan and around the world. Beyond the JBDN, we have a vast database of candidates as well as deep relationships with global board director networks, governance networks, and numerous organizations in Japan and around the world.
Our firm was founded as a corporate governance consultancy. We have a deep understanding of the role and responsibilities of board directors, global trends in board composition, investor voting trends, and demands. Our founder Tracy Gopal is a globally recognized corporate governance expert on Japan. Leveraging three decades of experience in corporate governance and corporate value creation and drawing on hundreds of conversations with board directors, governance leaders, and investors, she is uniquely able to identify candidates.
Candidate Selection by a Governance Expert
Skills-Based Strategic Recommendations
We focus on searches for candidates with critical expertise that will strengthen your board. We recommend candidates with experience in management, legal, financial, M&A, technology, start-up, DX, ESG, investor engagement, capital investment, global partnerships and more. Most candidates have international experience. We work with you to identify any skills-gaps that your company will need to succeed in an increasingly competitive environment.
Our search processes are robust and well-developed. We have a strong track record of placement of diverse talent. The most senior professionals and board directors rely on us to provide critical knowledge about governance trends. We have gained the trust of the largest global companies, private equity firms, and investors. With extensive experience working with Japan, we are uniquely positioned to support the growth of Japanese companies.
Trusted Brand Synonymous with Governance
Candidate Selection by a Governance Expert
Our firm was founded as a corporate governance consultancy. We have a deep understanding of the role and responsibilities of board directors, global trends in board composition, investor voting trends, and demands. Our founder Tracy Gopal is a globally recognized corporate governance expert on Japan. Leveraging three decades of experience in corporate governance and corporate value creation and drawing on hundreds of conversations with board directors, governance leaders, and investors, she is uniquely able to identify candidates.
Skills-Based Strategic Recommendations
We focus on searches for candidates with critical expertise that will strengthen your board. We recommend candidates with experience in management, legal, financial, M&A, technology, start-up, DX, ESG, investor engagement, capital investment, global partnerships and more. Most candidates have international experience. We work with you to identify any skills-gaps that your company will need to succeed in an increasingly competitive environment.
Trusted Brand Synonymous with Governance
Our search processes are robust and well-developed. We have a strong track record of placement of diverse talent. The most senior professionals and board directors rely on us to provide critical knowledge about governance trends. We have gained the trust of the largest global companies, private equity firms, and investors. With extensive experience working with Japan, we are uniquely positioned to support the growth of Japanese companies.
What We Do
Analysis of current board composition and skills matrix.
Clarify the skills needed to strengthen the board of directors.
Candidate criteria advice based on company strategy.
Candidate search based on company needs.
Largest Global Network for Japan
The JBDN is a global network of Japanese and non-Japanese women with experience, skills, and a desire for strengthening corporate governance in Japan. Members include current board directors and board-ready candidates. Members reside in Japan and overseas.
Candidate Selection by a Corporate Governance Expert
With a deep understanding of the role and responsibilities of board directors, global trends in board composition, investor voting trends, and demands, the JBDN is able to recommend candidates who can contribute to long-term sustainable corporate value.
Skills-Based Strategic Recommendations
We focus on searches for candidates with critical expertise that will strengthen your board. We recommend candidates with experience in management, legal, financial, technology, start-up, DX, ESG, and more. Most candidates have international experience.
Thought Leadership
Board Composition and Diversity
Who's on Board? Does it Matter?
CLSA May 2023
Four Principles for Board Composition Proxy Watcher TV
The 3 Merits of Board Diversity
3 Misunderstandings About Board Diversity
3 Expectations of Investors
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FAQS
Our Clients
Public Companies
We introduce candidates who strengthen the board, create a competitive advantage, enhance corporate value, and attract investment.
Private Equity
We introduce candidates to your portfolio companies who support innovation, operations, and corporate value - leading to meaningful exits.
Investors
We introduce candidates who understand their fiduciary responsibilities and shareholder value to enhance your investments and align with stewardship goals.
Startup/Pre-IPO
We identify individuals with governance discipline, financial acumen, and growth mindset, who can support from the early stages through to IPO.
Start Your Board Transformation Today
If you are considering diverse candidates (female/foreigners) for board appointments at your next annual meeting, please contact us so that we may discuss your needs. We want to hear your current business challenges and risks. We want to support you with any critical skills gaps. We want to support your efforts to improve corporate governance.
Can we serve your needs?
Schedule a complimentary consultation where we’ll discuss your board composition and future needs.
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