Leadership and innovation: insights from a serial chair and non-exec

Leadership and innovation: insights from a serial chair and non-exec

In this episode of Business Noodles, we sit down with Nick Buckland, a serial chair and non-executive director with a diverse career spanning both the private and public sectors.

Nick shares his journey from starting as a computer scientist to holding positions on ten different boards. He discusses the evolution of his portfolio career, the impact of technology on business and the significant changes in the education sector, particularly with the rise of apprenticeships.

Nick also delves into the role of non-executive directors, emphasising the importance of offering positive challenges rather than just being critical. He highlights the differences between the public and private sectors and the lessons they can learn from each other. The conversation touches on the productivity challenges in the UK and the benefits and drawbacks of AI in business.

Listeners will gain insights into how boards can stay connected with frontline operations, the importance of business continuity plans and the growing trend of employee ownership in companies. Nick’s engaging anecdotes and practical advice make this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in business leadership and innovation.