Building a board career is no longer something you pursue at the tail end of an executive life. It’s a strategic move for leaders who want to expand their influence, deepen their contribution, and future-proof their career portfolio.

Whether you are a C-suite executive, a corporate adviser, or an experienced entrepreneur, now is the time to consider taking on board roles or expanding your existing board portfolio.

And there’s a practical way to get started: the Tiger Boards Registry is open.

The Case for a Board Career

The role of a board director has evolved significantly. Today’s boards are dealing with an array of complex, high-stakes issues: cybersecurity, ESG oversight, stakeholder governance, international risk, and rapid-scale technology integration. Boards are no longer ceremonial or compliance-focused. They are strategic power centres, and great boards are built on the strength of their directors.

Pursuing a board career offers several compelling benefits:

• Influence at scale: Directors help shape the direction of entire industries and economies.
• Career diversification: Board roles can complement your executive career, enabling a hybrid or portfolio model.
• Intellectual challenge: Governance at its best is about long-term thinking, innovation, and risk-balanced decision-making.
• Legacy and contribution: Serving on boards allows you to give back your expertise and help guide the next generation of business.

But accessing these roles is not as simple as watching the job boards. The most valuable board appointments are rarely advertised. They are filled through private introductions, trusted referrals, and discreet search mandates handled by specialists like Tiger Boards.

Introducing the Tiger Boards Registry

If you are serious about building your board career, the Tiger Boards Registry is your gateway into a tightly held network of commercial board opportunities.

When you register, you are added to our radar for:

• Confidential board search assignments are handled exclusively by Tiger Boards.
• Alerts on new roles as they arise in our ecosystem, many of which are not publicly promoted.
• Private briefings and mandates from venture capital firms, private equity investors, family offices, and founder-led businesses seeking governance support.

I review every submission to the registry and, where appropriate, will aim to meet or connect with candidates to understand their aspirations and readiness for board opportunities.

Who We Are Searching For

Tiger Boards is actively working on dozens of live and pipeline assignments at any given time. Currently, there is strong demand for directors across technology-driven sectors, including:

• SaaS and enterprise software
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Fintech, regtech, and insuretech
• Medtech and digital health
• Mining, resources, and mining tech

We are also mandated on strategic growth boards in areas such as consumer products, infrastructure, and sustainability.

What we’re looking for:

• Executives with strong backgrounds in finance, legal, marketing, technology, or operations
• Experience in capital raising, M&A, IPO, and commercialisation
• Individuals who can work closely with founders, CEOs, or shareholders to drive value creation
• Those with experience navigating complex regulatory, risk, and governance challenges

Formal governance qualifications such as AICD or GAICD are well-regarded, but not mandatory. What matters most is your commercial acumen, strategic mindset, and cultural fit for the organisations we support.

For First-Time Directors

If you’re early in your board journey and don’t yet have formal board roles on your CV, don’t be discouraged. It is never too early to get on the radar. Joining the registry is an excellent first step. From there, we can help you understand what gaps you need to close, provide development guidance, and potentially assist you in building out your initial appointments through Not-for-Profit, Advisory, or Committee roles that align with your goals.

While we are currently weighted towards candidates with some board experience for our live mandates, we are always watching for emerging board talent.

Why Timing Matters

Board opportunities tend to arise with little public notice. The search processes are confidential. Investors, founders, and CEOs often engage Tiger Boards to handle searches discreetly and move quickly when they find the right candidate. That means being in the right ecosystem at the right time is critical.

If you’re not on our radar, we can’t advocate for you. It’s that simple.

Take the Next Step

The Tiger Boards Registry is completely confidential. It allows you to submit your credentials, outline the types of roles you’re seeking, and express your interest in being considered for board opportunities.

To join:

1. Visit www.tigerboards.com.au/board-director-registry
2. Upload your résumé and a brief cover letter
3. Share the types of board roles or sectors you’re interested in
4. Be ready to discuss your goals and positioning in more detail

Board careers don’t just happen. They are built strategically, over time, with the right support, insight, and positioning. If you’re serious about stepping into the boardroom, expanding your governance impact, or simply diversifying your career into advisory or oversight roles, now is the time to act.

I look forward to reviewing your submission and potentially partnering with you as you build your board portfolio.