Are You Board-Ready?

Whether you’re actively pursuing a board seat or just starting to explore the possibility, the WeQual Board Readiness Program helps senior leaders like you clarify your strategy, elevate your profile, and position yourself for success. 

What is the Board Readiness Program?

The WeQual Board Readiness Program (BRP) is an 8-week accelerator for senior leaders desiring a future external board appointment.

Through masterclasses, strategic coaching, and a tailored CV, you’ll be positioned for real board opportunities — not just trained for theory. 

Why Choose WeQual?

  • Designed for Senior Leaders (ExCo, -1, -2) serious about board roles
  • Real Results in 8 Weeks: Clear strategy, standout board CV, increased interview opportunities 
  • Elite Coaching: Work 1:1 with board-level mentors 
  • Proven Impact: Trusted by global brands, and thousands of senior executives
WeQual Board Readiness Program

Benefits at a Glance

  • Understand why your preferred board would want you
  • Confidence in your positioning and visibility
  • Your own world-class board resume (tailored to your region)
  • Perfect for progression to group C-suite, or a future board portfolio career

Meet Your Board Experts

Mary D. Petryszyn Board Director. Former Corporate VP, Northrop Grumman

Mary serves as a board director for Saab Inc., Woodward Inc., Karman Space & Defense, and Ericsson Federal Technologies—holding roles across audit, compensation, and security committees. Formerly Corporate Vice President at Northrop Grumman.

Mark Bateman, CEO, WeQual. NED Advisor

With over two decades of experience coaching executive leaders across the Fortune Global 500, Mark has helped and coached thousands of senior leaders accelerate their impact, gain promotion, and step into board roles globally. Mark is also Amazon best-selling author of "Disruptive Leadership". 

Your Board Readiness Sprint

Here’s what the board readiness sprint includes with dates and times. 

Week
Board Readiness Step
Date
1
Masterclass 1 – What’s the Role of a Board? (75 mins)

Understand board expectations, employer engagement, and contribution mindset.

Oct 23, 2025 (Recorded)
UK: 2:00 PM GMT | New York: 9:00 AM EDT | Sinagapore: 9:00 PM SGT
5
Masterclass 2 – Developing Your Board Plan (75 mins)

Understand and narrate your board value, define your target board roles, write your plan and pitch.

Nov 20, 2025 (Recorded)
UK: 2:00 PM GMT | New York: 9:00 AM EST | Singapore: 10:00 PM SGT
6-7
90 Minute 1:1 Consultation With World-Class Board Resume Writer

Identify your unique leadership skills and impact in order to craft your bespoke board resume.

From Nov 21, 2025
We find a time that works for you.
8
  • Board Resume Ready
  • 1:1 60 Minute Coaching Session

This process will challenge how you think and speak about yourself. You are now ready to gain your first external board role.

From Dec 6, 2025
We find a time that works for you.

Can’t attend the masterclasses? Don’t worry – they are recorded so you can watch at a time convenient to you. You still get the 90 minute consultation, board resume, board plan, and follow up 60 minute coaching session.

Still Deciding?

Attend our next Live Q&A Sessions on Tuesday, 23 September 2025 and explore how gaining a board role could work for you.

Hosted by Mark Bateman, CEO of WeQual, Executive/Board Coach, and best-selling author, this live Q&A will give you insights on:

  • What boards really look for and how to position yourself with credibility and impact
  • Exactly what’s included in the 8-week program — from masterclasses to personalised coaching and board-ready deliverables
  • Practical guidance on employer sponsorship, time commitment, and how to know if this is the right move for you

Session 1 (EMEA/APAC)

London: 09:00 – 09:30 (BST)

Paris: 10:00 – 10:30 (CEST)

Singapore: 16:00 – 16:30 (SGT) 

Sydney: 18:00 – 18:30 (AEST)

Session 2 (AMER)

London: 16:00 – 16:30 (BST)

Los Angeles: 08:00 – 08:30 (PST)

Chicago: 10:00 – 10:30 (CDT)

New York: 11:00 – 11:30 (EST)

Frequently Asked Questions

The Board Readiness Program is designed for senior executives (C-suite, -1, -2 levels, –or VP, Directors, Global/Regional Heads)  wanting to understand how to gain a board role. Whether you’re ready to take the next step or want to position yourself for future appointments, the program helps you build the credibility, clarity, and tools to stand out.

Yes — in fact, preparing before you’re actively applying gives you a powerful advantage. Many participants join to clarify their board value, build a positioning strategy, and get board-ready before opportunities arise. The earlier you start, the stronger your positioning when the time comes.

No problem. All masterclasses are recorded and made available on-demand, so you can watch at a time that works for you. You’ll still receive the same materials, 1:1 consultation, world-class resume, and coaching — no content is missed.

Yes — many organizations invest in this program as part of their leadership development or Executive Committee succession planning. We can provide a sponsorship proposal or business case summary to help you engage your employer with confidence.

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