Right to Win EP.5: Better Boards with Chris Hendriksen and Aaron Perrine - EP.280

In this episode, Alex Bridgeman is joined by Aaron Perrine and Chris Hendriksen to explore how boards can become a true competitive advantage for entrepreneurs. The conversation dives into the evolving role of boards within the ETA ecosystem, highlighting the growing demand for strong governance as the space expands. Drawing from recent industry discussions and their own experience, Aaron and Chris break down what separates high-performing boards from dysfunctional ones. They also share practical frameworks for building, managing, and evolving boards to better support CEOs over time.

They discuss:

Why board quality and CEO relationships are declining and how to fix it

What a high-performing board actually feels like in practice

How to think about board composition, roles, and timing during formation

The importance of trust, chemistry, and engagement between CEOs and directors

Why board evolution, feedback, and executive sessions are critical for long-term success

Links:

Boardroom Toolkit

Pacific Lake Partners

Trilogy Search Partners

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