Boardman International Working Group
The group was established in December 2023. It focuses on developing ”Boardman Membership,” an English-language membership forum designed for international executives working in Finland or in Finnish companies.
The group’s main objectives include:
- connecting international executives with their Finnish counterparts,
- helping internationals understand Finnish business culture and board practices,
- increasing the representation of international board members in Finnish companies, and
- leveraging the expertise of foreign professionals in Finnish business settings.
The group organizes events, runs the Board Buddy Program, and actively collaborates with other member forums at Boardman. Additionally, the group raises awareness of Boardman’s CG and Board Work in Finland Training designed for international executives.
In February 2024, the group hosted an event where international executives living in Finland were invited. During the event, group member Maria Krajewska-Olkkonen presented the survey results on international board members conducted by Boardman.
The group meets six times a year, with additional work conducted in small groups between meetings. Given the international composition of the members, most meetings are held via Teams connections.
The group is chaired by Boardman partner Tuomo Haukkovaara. The group’s members are Rashmi Kasat, Michael Hardy, Maria Krajewska-Olkkonen, Steven ter Horst, Jan Feller and Taru Lindeman. The group’s secretary is Karoliina Kuhalampi.