Definition of Board Regulations and Self-Assessment of the New Board

Context and Need
A successful, long-standing, family-controlled, non-listed company with revenues exceeding €200 million embarked on a governance renewal process following a significant generational transition in recent years. This transformation led the company to review and strengthen its corporate bodies, aiming to make governance more structured and autonomous. Within this context, the ownership sought our support in defining a comprehensive “governance regulation” and, subsequently, a specific regulation for the Board of Directors, to optimize its strategic role within the organization.

Our Role
Our task was structured in two phases. In the first phase, we conducted in-depth interviews with the ownership to define and finalize the governance regulation, ensuring its alignment with the company’s new strategic needs. In the second phase, at the request of the ownership, we supported the self-assessment process of the newly appointed Board of Directors, with the aim of enhancing operational effectiveness, fostering a strong sense of belonging among members, and solidifying their strategic role within the corporate structure. Our guidance helped integrate the new board members quickly, instilling a strong sense of professionalism and commitment to their strategic responsibilities. Through the clear definition of board regulations and the self-assessment process, the new Board successfully established a structured and productive working framework, oriented towards growth and long-term stability. The process also reinforced governance autonomy and its central role in corporate decision-making.

Our Impact
The project resulted in a stronger corporate governance structure, with a fully integrated Board of Directors that is aware of and committed to its strategic role within the company.