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THE BOARD MASTERY PROGRAM

Amsterdam

May 27-29, 2026

Elevate your boardroom leadership with expert insights, hands-on learning, and exclusive networking opportunities with leading industry speakers in a stunning setting.

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Exceptional Content

Thought leadership from 15+ renowned speakers across governance, strategy, risk & innovation.

Impactful Format

A 3-day immersive journey culminating in INSEAD board simulation exercises.

Introspective Journey

Mindfulness practices and self-reflection techniques for effective board communication.

Meet the Speakers

Our program features a distinguished lineup of industry leaders, seasoned board members, and governance experts who bring real-world insights and hands-on experience to every session. These speakers have successfully navigated boardroom challenges and are here to share their expertise, helping you elevate your board leadership skills.

For the full list of speakers, download the brochure.

Dr. Lizzy Doorewaard

Dr. Lizzy Doorewaard

Vice Chair of the Supervisory Board at NPO

Dr. Lizzy Doorewaard

Dr. Lizzy Doorewaard is a highly experienced supervisory board member with 20 years of broad experience in governance issues. Active in multiple supervisory roles, including at NPO, Esso, RCBM, CSR-nl, State Forestry, and Grant Thornton. Also involved as a coach and speaker at Nyenrode Business University.

Dr. Lineke Sneller

Dr. Lineke Sneller

Board member at EY, APG Group and others

Dr. Lineke Sneller

Dr. Lineke Sneller is an experienced commissioner with a background in technology, innovation, finance, and risk management. Currently a Professor of Practice in Digitalization & AI in Accounting, Control, Governance, and Auditing at the University of Groningen. Board member at EY, ProRail, Infomedics, and Van Wijnen.

Bert Pilon

Bert Pilon

Managing Partner at Boyden Amsterdam Executive Search

Bert Pilon

Bert is the Managing Partner for the Benelux & EMEA Leader, CEO & Board Services at Boyden Amsterdam. An expert in board services and non-executive board search, board evaluation and effectiveness consulting and CEO succession planning.

Jo Krill

Jo Krill

Boardroom Advisor, INSEAD Executive Coaching

Jo Krill

Jo is an experienced boardroom councilor, executive coach, leadership consultant, and business angel. He works with boards and leadership teams in multiple industries and government. Jo is also an executive coach and leadership consultant for Business School INSEAD.

Sjors van der Zee

Sjors van der Zee

Partner at Bain & Company

Sjors van der Zee

Sjors is an expert on operating model simplification, cost reduction, and digitalization in insurance, banking and pensions. His case portfolio includes strategy development, commercial due diligence, and business model re-design.

Jan Niewold

Jan Niewold

EY EMEIA Climate Change

Jan Niewold

Jan leads EY's EMEIA Climate Change and Sustainability Services practice. He advises boards and executives on ESG strategy, sustainability reporting, and the integration of environmental and social governance into corporate decision-making.

Jolien Slavenburg

Jolien Slavenburg

Director of Kernzaken Coaching

Jolien Slavenburg

Specialized in intuitive leadership and boardroom reflection, Jolien is an executive coach and a lecturer at Nyenrode University. She brings leaders back to the core of themselves and their organizations, fostering decisive action based on wisdom.

Manon Cremers

Manon Cremers

Partner at Stibbe Amsterdam

Manon Cremers

Manon is a Partner at Stibbe Amsterdam, specializing in Corporate Governance and M&A. She advises national and international clients on complex governance matters and is a lecturer at Nyenrode Business University.

Shaktie Rambaran Mishre

Shaktie Rambaran Mishre

Boardroom Advisor, Executive Coach and Non-executive Director. The Board Mastery Program Host.

Shaktie Rambaran Mishre

Shaktie is a speaker, moderator, and lecturer at Nyenrode University and Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Program Schedule

Day 1

8:30

Program Welcome

9:00

Foundations of Board Governance and Value-Adding

Lizzy Doorewaard

10:45

Board Governance and Regulations

Manon Cremers and Amber Wolding, Stibbe

12:15

Lunch

13:00

Risk Management and Financial Reporting

Lineke Sneller

14:45

Digital Transformation and AI

Frederik van Hecke, McKinsey & Company

16:30

CEO Succession and Talent Strategy

Mathias Kesting, Korn Ferry

18:30

Dinner

20:30

NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest guided practice)

Day 2

8:30

Guided morning practice for centering

9:00

Awareness in the Boardroom

Jolien Slavenburg, Kernzaken

10:45

Crisis Management and Board Dynamics

Jo Krill, INSEAD Executive Education

12:15

Lunch

13:00

ESG and Sustainability

Jan Niewold, EY

14:45

How To Get a Board Position

16:30

Strategy and Innovation

Sjors van der Zee, Bain & Company

18:00

Boat Ride: Drinks and Networking

Day 3

8:30

Guided morning practice for centering

9:00

Introduction to INSEAD Immersive Learning Simulation

9:20

Simulation Case Part #1

12:00

Lunch

13:30

Simulation Case Part #2

15:00

Simulation Case Part #3

16:30

Simulation Debrief

17:00

Closing Ceremony: Certifications & Drinks

*Program schedule and speakers are subject to change

The distance between leaders and laggards in the digital age is rapidly increasing – many companies are doing too much rather than too little. The Board can play a decisive role in securing digital success and pushing purposefulness.

Johannes Lorenz

Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company Düsseldorf

Johannes Lorenz

The Program

Modern boards drive sustainable growth by balancing people, planet, and profit, even in the face of uncertainty. To lead responsibly and adapt quickly, board members need more than governance skills—they must stay focused and centered while guiding transformation.

Join our three-day program to Get Educated with expert-led training, Get Connected through networking with 45 like-minded peers, and Get On Board with the tools and self-awareness essential for effective boardroom leadership.

Get Educated

Get Educated

Learn from top industry experts and board members. Gain real-world insights and current boardroom trends through expert-led training sessions.

Get Connected

Get Connected

Network with 45 like-minded peers and build meaningful relationships with an exclusive cohort of aspiring non-executive directors.

Get On Board

Get On Board

Develop the tools and self-awareness essential for effective boardroom leadership and secure your path to board placement.

Location Information

Kasteel Oud Poelgeest

Poelgeesterweg 1, 2341 NM Oegstgeest, Netherlands

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Our Partners

Amrop
EY
Bain & Company
McKinsey & Company
Stibbe
Korn Ferry

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