Business Details
Board Performance & Culture Assessment Solutions
We are a pioneering consultancy specialising in board performance and organisational culture. With over three decades of combined experience working with FTSE 100 and 250 boards, our team merges cutting-edge neuroscience, psychology, and business strategy to deliver transformative insights. Our approach focuses on enhancing decision-making processes, fostering cognitive diversity, and aligning leadership dynamics with strategic objectives.We provide tailored evaluations and development programmes that address future challenges while ensuring compliance with the UK Corporate Governance Code. Our interdisciplinary methodology, grounded in academic rigour, empowers boards to achieve measurable performance improvements through evidence-based practices.
Services
Board Evaluation
Culture Assessment
Cognitive Diversity Mapping
Leadership Development
Strategic Alignment
Highlights and features
- We combine 30+ years of FTSE board experience with neuroscientific methodologies
- Our team includes qualified psychologists and governance experts
- We align evaluations with the UK Corporate Governance Code requirements
- Our programmes focus on measurable performance improvements through cognitive diversity
- We offer confidential, independent assessments with actionable outcomes
Services
Board Evaluation
Our board evaluations assess leadership effectiveness and strategic readiness using evidence-based methodologies. We examine decision-making processes, team dynamics, and governance structures to identify development opportunities. Our assessments align with the UK Corporate Governance Code while providing actionable insights for future performance improvements.
Culture Assessment
We conduct comprehensive culture assessments to identify how workplace behaviours impact strategic objectives. Our evaluations help leadership teams understand cultural drivers and implement targeted improvements. The process focuses on aligning organisational values with operational practices to enhance innovation and risk management.
Cognitive Diversity Mapping
Our cognitive diversity mapping evaluates thinking styles and decision-making approaches across leadership teams. We identify strengths and gaps in cognitive capabilities to improve board composition. This scientific approach ensures genuine diversity that enhances strategic outcomes and team performance.
People
Neil Tsappis
Founding Director
Board performance consultant with 30+ years' experience in FTSE boardrooms. Specialises in governance systems, team effectiveness, and strategy implementation. Former advisor to major corporations including Vodafone and London Stock Exchange Group.
Dr Tamara Russell
Scientific Director
Neuroscientist and psychological consultant with expertise in mindfulness applications. Director of the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence and visiting lecturer at King's College London. Works with high-performance individuals across multiple industries.
Professor Almuth McDowell
Academic Adviser
Head of Organisational Psychology at Birkbeck University. Combines academic research with practical HR solutions. Regular media contributor with expertise in leadership development and organisational behaviour.
Questions
What board evaluation methodologies do you use?
We combine traditional assessments with neuroscientific insights, aligning with the UK Corporate Governance Code. Our approach includes interviews, observations, and strategic analysis.
How do you assess organisational culture?
We conduct annual assessments focusing on decision-making patterns and behavioural drivers. Our process identifies cultural elements that support or hinder strategic objectives.
What makes your cognitive diversity analysis unique?
We evaluate thinking styles and decision-making approaches using scientific measures. This goes beyond demographic diversity to enhance genuine cognitive variety in leadership teams.
Do you work with international organisations?
While based in the UK, our methodologies align with global governance standards. We've worked with organisations across various sectors including finance, healthcare, and creative industries.
