Advanced Board Dynamics: Influence, Dysfunction and Leadership on International Boards

This topic explores the human and behavioural elements of board effectiveness, particularly within diverse, cross-border settings. Participants will examine how influence, power dynamics and cultural factors shape board decision-making. The session provides tools to address dysfunctional behaviours, strengthen board cohesion, and enhance chair–director dynamics. It also focuses on how directors can demonstrate leadership, constructive challenge and emotional intelligence in high-stakes, multinational governance environments.

This webinar provides one-hour of CPD and forms part of the Advanced Certificate in Directorship Programme, delivered by Chris Usher.

Delegates places are interchangeable with colleagues from the same organisation.

Content

• Boardroom influence, power structures and behavioural dynamics

• Identifying and addressing dysfunction, dominant voices and groupthink

• Leadership behaviours for directors and chairs in global contexts

• Cultural differences and communication styles across jurisdictions

• Enhancing challenge, psychological safety and decision quality

Presenter

Chris Usher Managing Director of the School of International Financial Services

Chris is the Managing Director of the School of International Financial Services (SIFS), a leading provider of training and education in offshore financial services across 15 jurisdictions globally. He has over 25 years of experience in offshore financial services, having previously held senior wealth management roles at Barclays Wealth and Santander, where he advised private clients and corporates on complex global investment solutions and wealth structuring. Chris is currently also a Director at Cavenwell Group. With a deep understanding of geopolitical and economic dynamics, Chris helps clients navigate the changing international wealth structuring landscape and optimise tax efficiency. Chris has trained over 6,000 people in qualifications for the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (CISI) in wealth management and is a well-regarded member of the Institute. He also serves on the committee of the Jersey Wealth Managers Association (JWMA) and is a member of the Institute of Directors.