Boards with Purpose

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2 Oct 2026 · 38 min

Founder-Led to Future-Ready: The Governance of Founder-Led Organisations (with Hannah Andrevski, Founder & CEO, Roundabout Canberra and David Pointon, Co-Founder & CEO, The Men's Table)

For many not-for-profit organisations, the founder is at the heart of the organisation's purpose, culture and growth. But as an organisation matures, the relationship between founder, CEO and board can change significantly. What happens when the governance structures need to evolve, new capabilities are required, and the founder needs to start thinking about what happens when they are no longer there? In this episode of Boards with Purpose, Phil Butler speaks with Hannah Andrevski (CEO & Founder, Roundabout Canberra) and David Pointon (CEO & Co-Founder, The Men's Table) about their…

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Earlier episodes 8 most recent

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   S2 · E1 · 7 Sep 2026 · 35 min

   Joining Forces: The Governance of NFP Mergers (with Elizabeth Wighton, Partner, Gilbert + Tobin and Victoria Adams, Partner, For Purpose Investment Partners)

   Mergers are becoming an increasingly important consideration for not-for-profit organisations facing financial pressure, changing funding environments and the need to grow their impact. But as Elizabeth Wighton and Victoria Adams explain, merging for the sake of scale – or as a last-minute rescue strategy – can create more problems than it solves. Boards need to understand why they are merging, ensure their organisation is merger-ready and undertake rigorous financial, legal and strategic due diligence before committing. In this episode of Boards with Purpose, Phil Butler explores the…

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   S1 · E6 · 2 Aug 2026 · 37 min

   Director Remuneration in the Not-for-Profit Sector (with Jenni Hutchins, CEO, Warrigal)

   Please note: The Australian Institute of Company Directors does not take a position on whether directors should or should not be remunerated. Our annual NFP study indicates a growing level of interest in this topic particularly from larger NFPs and for that reason, we have developed the Not-for-Profit Director Remuneration Guide to assist organisations considering remuneration in a thoughtful, ethical, and transparent way. Director remuneration remains one of the most debated issues in the not-for-profit sector. While most NFP directors continue to serve on a voluntary basis, increasing…

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   20 Jul 2026 · 1 min

   Introducing: Director Download

   We'd like to introduce you to another one of the AICD's podcasts, Director Download. This weekly podcast on contemporary governance practice brings you insights into what matters now and what's coming next, with views from AICD policy experts and Australia's leading governance specialists. Search 'Director Download' wherever you listen to podcasts or click the link below to start listening: https://www.aicd.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/director-download.html

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   S1 · E5 · 5 Jul 2026 · 33 min

   Governing the Invisible: AI, Cyber Risk and Technology Oversight for NFP Boards (with Jagdeep Singh, Board Director, Consultant and Former CTO)

   As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in everyday software and digital systems grow increasingly complex, boards are being asked to govern technologies they may not fully understand. In this episode of Boards with Purpose , Phil speaks with technology executive Jagdeep Singh about the evolving responsibilities of directors overseeing AI, cyber security, data and digital transformation in not-for-profit organisations. Drawing on practical examples from the sector, Jagdeep explores how boards can move beyond technology jargon and policy documents to meaningful governance. He shares…

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   S1 · E4 · 1 Jun 2026 · 50 min

   Governance in Sport: Passion, Purpose and Performance with James Sutherland, CEO, Golf Australia and Lisa Yen, Chair, Basketball NSW

   In this episode of Boards with Purpose, Phil speaks with Lisa Yen (Chair, Basketball NSW) and James Sutherland (CEO, Golf Australia) about the unique governance challenges and opportunities facing Australian sport. From grassroots participation to elite competition, they explore how sporting organisations balance passion with professionalism, navigate federated governance structures, and keep communities connected through sport. The conversation highlights the critical role sport plays in wellbeing, inclusion and social connection, while also unpacking the realities of running increasingly…

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   S1 · E3 · 1 May 2026 · 46 min

   Care Governance for Directors: Balancing Risk, Quality and Accountability in Today's Environment (with Virginia Bourke, Mercy Health Australia and Martin Laverty, Aruma)

   In this episode of Boards with Purpose, Phil speaks with Martin Laverty, CEO of Aruma, and Virginia Bourke , Chair of Mercy Health, about the evolving landscape of care governance across aged care, disability, healthcare and early childhood sectors. Together, they explore how governance has matured in response to rising community expectations, regulatory reform and the lasting impact of Royal Commissions. The conversation highlights the shift from compliance-focused oversight to a more holistic, person-centred approach—where quality care is defined not just by safety, but by dignity, choice…

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