The importance of leadership in elevating equality
Black History Month serves not just as a tribute to the monumental achievements of Black individuals, but also as a lens through which we can contemplate the delicate role of conscientious leadership in crafting a society rooted in fairness and equity. Black History Month is much more than a time for us all to […]
How to overcome the key challenges facing UK Boards
Taking on your first board role is a significant milestone, marked by the anticipation of making a positive impact and shaping an organisation’s trajectory. This journey not only promises personal development and enrichment but also opens doors to an influential network and a platform to shape the global landscape. Board roles attract individuals who […]
The importance of effective leadership teams
Business success is rarely a product of individual genius and wisdom. More often it comes from the collaborative synergy of highly effective teams. Years of substantive research have consistently drawn a solid connection between an organisation’s performance and the effectiveness of its leadership team. These insights highlight the importance of fostering teamwork, especially at the […]
Unleashing the power of introverted leadership
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege to work with, and for, a diverse range of leaders, each of whom possess unique traits and approaches to leadership. One of many lessons to come from this experience is the realisation that great leaders can emerge from very different backgrounds and can have very different styles […]
The importance of investing in people: prioritising kindness in the workplace
In the fast-paced and highly competitive world of business, companies that foster a positive culture, and prioritise kindness towards their employees have a clear advantage. Building effective teams goes beyond just assembling talented individuals. It requires a deliberate focus on cultivating a strong culture that values kindness, empathy, and support. When employees feel a sense […]
Prospects for improving the UK’s rate of growth and productivity
During our recent Chair dinner, serious concerns were raised about the country’s current prospects for economic growth and productivity. Issues such as the lack of diversity in leadership, declining trust in institutions, the impact of Brexit, the cost of capital, and ongoing shortages of labour all require additional attention from government. Additionally, the inadequate levels […]
Leadership Strategies in the UK Building Society Sector: Seeking Talent Beyond Traditional Boundaries
Today, the UK’s building society industry includes 43 institutions holding an aggregate £333 billion in savings for 23 million members.[1] They’re helping more than 3.6 million families and individuals buy their own homes with mortgage advances totalling £357 billion. According to the Building Societies Association, in 2021 alone building society savers received £615 million more […]
Taking the lead in private equity
With privately held assets on the rise globally and turmoil in the public markets, value creation opportunities continue to multiply across private equity portfolios. The same applies to leadership opportunities for senior executives within the private equity (PE) landscape. Increasingly private equity-backed firms are looking for forward-thinking leaders who are agile, collaborative and demonstrate a […]
2022 CEO Succession Trends across UK Retail and SME Banking, Insurance and Wealth and Asset Management
The environment for Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) continues to change as stakeholder demands increase and market volatility persists. The need strong leadership is more critical than ever. At Redgrave, we understand the importance of effective CEO succession planning and leadership development in the financial services sector. In our most recent annual CEO Succession Trends report, […]
Leadership Lessons: What professional sports taught me
How sport taught me about culture, friendship, family and tradition – although I didn’t realise at the time just how important those lessons would be. It was 1999 in Clermont Ferrand in France. I was playing rugby for one of Europe’s biggest clubs called Clermont Auvergne, just having retired from international rugby following the 1999 […]