The main impact on individual boards, as a result of appointing a former Boardroom Apprentice, is improving the quality of discussion and decision-making. Other impacts are bringing a clear understanding of the role, and bringing additional experience, skills and knowledge.

‘The former Boardroom Apprentice brings more conversations around governance, scrutiny of financial figures and questions on strategic direction.’

‘I think it sharpened everybody up. Right away everyone knew the former Boardroom Apprentices were well versed in how a board works and knew what they were talking about. They're intelligent and gave good considered thought to things.’

‘Respectfully challenges and asks the questions that should be asked.’