David Doughty’s obvious experience and credibility, the course material and structure and the quality of attendees meant that the course was worth every penny. I now have a full appreciation of the many balls to be juggled in order to become a successful Non-Executive Director
Unlike many courses I have attended in the past, 
The course was a really thorough grounding in what it means to be a non-exec director and how you can apply your knowledge and skills to the role to good effect. The combination of useful information about corporate governance and directors' liabilities, a very experienced and insightful course lead in the form of David Doughty, and practical exercises about how to address particular situations that NEDs can expect to face made for a very interesting session, but also one which was directly applicable to my new role.
Thank you for the interesting session on 
I found the course very helpful, as I wanted to understand in detail what a NED role entailed. I felt that I gained enough information not only to decide if this was the sort of role that I would be interested in, but also to be able to function in such a role. The guidance on seeking appointments was an added bonus. It was also an interesting day with a varied group of delegates and I would happily recommend it.
I did the course in Bristol, in January on a chilly day. I received a warm welcome however and David brought the subject matter to life, made it practical, and tailored it to our specific objectives. The course structure made sense, we had enjoyable discussions, and the other people on the course (as usual with such things) were a good resource too. I can recommend it fully to anyone considering it. You'll be in capable and experienced hands.
Helpful and fulsome in opening up the channel of Non-Executive Director as a career path. I know considerably more about what is required and expected now and, of real practical benefit, how to go about seeking and finding a rewarding role as an NED. Highly recommended.
interesting seminar on 
Having attended this course in the last few months I can confirm its value. Having held NED roles in my favoured area of engineering and manufacturing David opens the mind to the potential of other sectors and using ones transferable skills. Have set a strategy for personnel growth as NED – if I could just stop getting interim assignments
The material, the course leader’s insights, and the opportunity to share thoughts and feelings with similarly inclined business people, made for a really valuable day. I came away with some clear actions.
This one day course is an excellent overview, providing real advice and very helpful information for those Directors who are interested in developing a non-exec portfolio
I would thoroughly recommend this course. It gave me an excellent overview of the role of a NED and a clear steer on how best to look for and be successful in becoming a NED. All my pre course questions were answered. The examples the tutor gave were interesting and stimulated good debate. The small size of the group allowed questions and good dialogue. Look no further for a course on this subject
As someone who is looking to move into a Non-Executive Director role I found Excellencia's 
This course was excellent and greatly exceeded my expectations. The course format is interactive, with small-group teaching in a seminar/workshop format, led by an experienced Chartered Director who generously shared his personal experience
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Members - Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Reference: 3895Remuneration: £295 per day
Location: Glasgow but also in various other locations throughout Scotland
Closing date: 22 March 2021 at midnight
Do you have the passion to make a difference for the people of Scotland? Are you a strategic thinker with a real focus on improvement? Do you have the skills, knowledge and passion to take on one of today’s most important and exciting public service roles?
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is leading the way in public services by adapting to better meet the needs of its communities. Would you like to work alongside a dynamic team and play your part in improving the safety and wellbeing of people throughout Scotland?
Ministers are looking to appoint a number of Members to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Board. Working alongside the Service’s Strategic Leadership Team, you will provide independent scrutiny, insight and support to ensure the best results are achieved.
We are particularly looking for individuals with proven experience in, or oversight of, leading change in service delivery. These roles require commitment and energy and offer a unique opportunity to help build a safer, stronger, more resilient Scotland through an essential public service that touches the whole of society.
The SFRS Board values diversity of thought and applications are welcome from across Scotland’s geography and would be particularly welcome from groups currently under-represented on Scotland’s public bodies, such as women, ethnic minorities, disabled people and people aged under 50.
The positions attract a remuneration rate in the form of a daily fee of £295, with a time commitment of up to 5 days per month. Travel, childcare, carers and other essential expenses are also provided where required.
If you are interested in joining the Board of the SFRS, there are lots of ways to get more information. For an application pack and full details of this and other public appointments please visit the dedicated public appointments website: www.appointed-for-scotland.org. You can also visit the SFRSwebsite at http://www.firescotland.gov.uk/about-us.aspx.
This vlog provides a flavour of the scope and breadth of our work and you can view this here. We are also running a virtual informal information event on 3rd March, using Microsoft Teams and you can reserve a place through Eventbrite by clicking the link below:-
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sfrs-board-member-information-event-tickets-141762275783
The Chair of SFRS, senior team and board members would be delighted to see you there. And finally, for any additional information about the SFRS please contact the Board Support team on [email protected] and they can put you in touch with one of our board members who will be pleased to talk with you about the role and answer any questions you have.
Completed applications must be received on or before Monday 22 March 2021.
Appointed on merit; committed to diversity and equality.
Application Information
Please apply online via the link below. If you experience any difficulties accessing our website, or in the event that you require a word version of the application form, please contact the Public Appointments Team by calling 0300 244 1898; or by emailing [email protected]
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