How We Support Boards
- Board Reviews - independent evaluations that strengthen effectiveness and board dynamics.
- Board Succession – forward-looking support to ensure continuity, capability and long-term resilience.
- Board Coaching – confidential coaching for Chairs, Ned and executives to enhance impact and leadership confidence.
Advising Boards for Over 20 Years
Sean O’Hare has spent more than two decades advising Boards and senior leadership teams across a wide range of sectors, helping organisations strengthen governance, improve board effectiveness and navigate complex strategic challenges with confidence.
Specialising in all aspects of Corporate Governance, Sean works closely with Board Directors, Chairs and executive teams to deliver practical, commercially focused advice that supports long-term growth and accountability.
Alongside his consultancy work, Sean is also an experienced Business Coach and mentor to main board directors, providing guidance on leadership, decision-making, board dynamics and organisational performance. He is a regular speaker on topics including board effectiveness, corporate governance, leadership strategy and remuneration committee matters.
Our Services
We help Boards in three specific areas:
Board Reviews
Combining practical experience with deep knowledge of governance codes to help boards understand how they are working and where they can improve.
- Independent and non-attributable review process
- Tailored for FTSE, regulated and growth organisations
- Practical recommendations with measurable impact
- Focused on governance, culture and board dynamics
- Supporting stronger leadership and strategic decision-making
Board Succession
Working alongside the Chair and Senior Independent Director to bring an independent perspective to the critical question of board refreshment.
- Independent guidance for boards and senior leadership teams
- Support with executive and non-executive succession planning
- Focused on long-term stability and leadership continuity
- Helping organisations identify future capability gaps
- Strengthening governance, diversity and board balance
Board Coaching
Working with individual Chairs, Directors and Committee Chairs to develop their effectiveness and work through the challenges of board life.
- Tailored coaching for chairs, executives and non-executive directors
- Strengthening leadership confidence and boardroom presence
- Improving communication, collaboration and strategic thinking
- Supporting leadership transitions and new board appointments
- Enhancing board dynamics and decision-making effectiveness
We work with FTSE-listed companies, regulated organisations, sports bodies and growing businesses, supporting boards and senior leadership teams at every stage of their development.
Our Insights
Browse our latest articles, perspectives and commentary designed to support stronger decision-making and long-term organisational success.
FAQ

Boardroom Dialogue provides independent board effectiveness reviews, board succession planning and executive board coaching services. Each service is designed to strengthen governance, improve leadership effectiveness and support long-term organisational performance.

We work with FTSE-listed companies, regulated organisations, growing businesses and senior leadership teams seeking independent governance support, strategic board advisory and leadership development.

Every organisation faces different governance challenges, leadership structures and strategic objectives. Our approach is fully tailored to your board, culture and organisational priorities — ensuring practical, confidential and actionable support that delivers meaningful long-term value.
I worked with Sean at Affinity Water, where he helped us with two Board Effectiveness Reviews. On the first occasion he undertook our first ever externally-facilitated review, with detailed face to face interviews with board members and senior executives, and on the second occasion he supported our internal review. He was thorough and engaged, and also flexible for our circumstances. His recommendations were clear, rigorous, and practical, and led to a clear action plan. In addition, he gave wise counsel to me and others.
– Tony Cocker, Chairman (Affinity Water)
Sean O’Hare of Boardroom Dialogue undertook the first external board effectiveness review for Shaftesbury and I feel it worked well for our board. Shaftesbury’s top team has been in place for many years and it was important that the reviewer recognised the special culture which Sean did. The balance was light touch, based around interviews, which resulted in a concise report with clear action points that the board is now taking forward. I have no hesitation in recommending Sean for this type of review.
– Jonathan Nicholls, Chairman (Shaftesbury plc)
Sean O’Hare of Boardroom Dialogue undertook the first external board effectiveness review for Ted Baker plc and the process worked well for our board. We have our own special culture and are fortunate to still have the founder as our CEO.The review was objective, transparent and engaging with a focus on what is going well for the board of Ted Baker as well as considering areas for improvement.The overall process was a very productive experience for the whole board. I have no hesitation in recommending Sean for this type of review.
– David Bernstein, Chairman (Ted Baker PLC)































