The myth of the perfect board member

We are delighted to invite you to an exclusive online Master Class, where we will explore the profile of independent directors most in demand by boards today, challenging the notion of a single “ideal” director.

As collective bodies, boards require a balanced mix of knowledge and experience to effectively address the challenges facing their organizations. Together, we will examine how the Competency Matrix defines board composition, helps identify the ideal profile for new members, and why it is essential to reflect on our own competencies to ensure we add value as independent directors.

This event is approach to the Board Members Program, that combines academic insights with practical, boardroom-tested frameworks. Through a robust curriculum, case studies, and expert-led discussions, participants gain the skills to:

• Navigate complex governance challenges.
• Manage board responsibilities with confidence.
• Lead organizations toward sustainable, long-term success.

In this exclusive event, we’ll be examining how our Board Members Program can prepare you for the challenges of today’s boardrooms.

Led by:

Paloma Beamonte – Independent Director at CIRSA, Pelayo Seguros and Denarius Finance, and Director at consulting firm GIC.

At CIRSA (a listed company in Spain), she is Coordinating Independent Director, Chair of the Appointments and Remuneration Committee, and member of the Sustainability, Technology and Innovation Committee. At Denarius (a Spanish neobank), she serves as Chair of the Appointments and Remuneration Committee, and at Pelayo (insurance sector), she is a member of the Appointments and Remuneration Committee as well as the Audit Committee. With over 30 years of executive experience in the technology sector, Paloma has held senior business and HR leadership positions, including 11 years as Chairwoman & CEO of Xerox Spain & Portugal and 2 years as Chairwoman of Xerox Southern Europe (Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Greece). She has also held corporate management roles in other technology companies and in cultural transformation consulting.

She holds a degree in Advertising, has completed several leadership, corporate governance and sustainability programs, and brings 10+ years of experience as an independent director, advisory board member, and non-profit board member.

We hope to see you there