Certification from Boards Oversight of Sustainability for Value Creation Q1 2025.

Certification from Program

We are delighted to announce the Certification from the Program “Boards Oversight of Sustainability for Value Creation” of the following ambitious board members

  • Kia Aejmelaeus

  • Muhammad Ali

  • Claes Avasjö 

  • Carine de Boissezon

  • Yann de Feraudy

  • Magnus Forsbrand

  • Anna Guillaume

  • Magdalena Gerger

  • Catherine Gras

  • Lars Husberg

  • Trond Iden

  • Carol Lambert

  • Tommy Ljunggren

  • Clair Mayeux

  • Marie-Hélène RIgal

  • Frederic Robert

  • Valerie Robert

  • Kiuru Schalin

  • Elisabeth Maråk Støle

  • Lisa Tennant

  • Fernanda Torre

  • Liselotte Engstam

Some of the quotes from the participants (and more quotes below);

* “The program is worth giving a very comprehensive and detailed view what pratically means for Directors the 8 Climate Governance principles, based on quite fun, innovative and diversified resources”
* “This is a very broad topic, I appreciated the depth and breadth of this program.  I valued all the documentations shared as reference. I enjoyed learning via peer exchanges.”
* “It is a “must have” learning program whatever the type of board you are in, whatever your experience is.”

The program follows the eight Climate Governance Principles from World Economic Forum, and it is a Certified Course of the Climate Governance Initiative. The program includes Learning at an interactive online platform with 24 Online Content Rich Modules, Quizzes, Live Peer Exchanges, AI-based Boardroom Simulations, Peer Exchange Reflections, a Personal Reflection and Intervention plan, and covers Reflection of both the participants own capabilities as well as the board(s) capabilities within the Sustainability and ESG areas in 

> Board’s accountability, competence and effectiveness
> Board’s assessment of risk & opportunities with related strategy integration and transition plans
> Board’s actions on incentivization, reporting and disclosure
> Board’s ensurance of stakeholder exchanges

The certification is reviewed and confirmed by Boards Impact Forum , the Nordic Chapter of Climate Governance Initiative in collaboration with World Economic Forum ,  and its partners Scandinavian Executive InstituteDigoshen and Next Agents, acknowledged as a certified Course by Climate Governance Initiative and certifies that the participant has engaged in a significant part of the program, achieved the tests and developed a personal reflection and intervention plan with at least five interventions for its board(s).

To ensure continued Life-Long Learning Boards Impact forum is facilitating an Alumni group of the Certified Board Members, and encouraging our participants to explore further deep dive programs with our partners Scandinavian Executive Institute – Danmark, INSEAD Corporate Governance Centre , Boardman OyStyrelsekraft – Women on Boards Directors’​ Institute Finland Styrelseakademien Danmark Board Network – The Danish Professional Directors Association  Norsk Institutt for Styremedlemmer / Styreinstituttet / Norwegian Institute of Directors INSEAD Nordic In-Board Academy .

Join us in Congratulating the certified trailblazers, draw on their experience and network and welcome them into more boardrooms.

More quotes from this program;

Really helpful to get a broader and more strategic perspective on what we can achieve at a board level”

An actionable training course for a non executive director. The very usefull opportunity for sharing experiences and thougts”

A comprehensive program to strengthen one’s knowledge of ESG both from a principle point of view and a pragmatic real-life point of view.”

“Driving sustainability is absolutely key for Boards. This program provides directors with the tools to deliver strategic and systemic change.”

“Boards significantly impact companies’ and organisations’ drive towards improving sustainability. To enable board non-executives and executives to speed up the necessary transition towards a climate neutral world, with a sound ESG execution, competence and knowledge sharing is essential. 

“The program gives an exhaustive overview of the sustainability strategies to be lead by the boards of directors at all level of corporate organization. It includes valuable sources and shares practices to support sustainability within the board room. I could cite, for exemple, the incentivization and mix of financial and non-financial, the evaluation of risks and opportunities in light of better data, the stakeholders committees and dialogue.”

“Participating in this NED training program focused on ESG was a truly enriching experience. The program offered a unique blend of insightful testimonies, dynamic peer interactions, and thought-provoking thought leadership studies. It provided me with valuable tools and perspectives to enhance my approach to integrating ESG principles effectively within a board setting. The opportunity to learn from real-world experiences and engage with like-minded professionals has sharpened my strategic vision and strengthened my commitment to driving sustainable and responsible governance”

“The ‘Board Oversight of Sustainability for Value Creation’ program offered an in-depth exploration of the latest concepts, frameworks, trends, and best practices in sustainability governance.  The course was masterfully presented by exceptionally supportive instructors who skilfully led in-person sessions, guaranteeing an engaging and enlightening learning journey.  A highlight was the priceless opportunity for peer learning, allowing me to share insights with a diverse and accomplished network of professionals.  This program enhanced my grasp of sustainability oversight while underscoring the vital importance of bold leadership in our increasingly disrupted world”


About Boards Impact Forum 

For board members – join Boards Impact Forum (free of charge for Board Members) and help support and partner with our important initiative,  read more here

You can also sign up for a prompt of the start of the next Boards Oversight of Sustainability program here A prompt of the start of the next Boards Sustainability program, the next Boards oversight of Responsible AI program here A prompt of the start of the next Boards AI program .

Events arranged by Boards Impact Forum in collaboration with World Economic Forum (Non-Profit Board Network, partnering with Board NetworksINSEAD Corporate Governance CentreDigoshen , and Next Agents ).  

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