— Your Coach in the Boardroom
Unlocking exceptional
board performance.
We partner with board directors and C-Suite executives to support continuous mastery of boardroom responsibilities through our Director-Shift™ framework — empowering you to be recognised as an effective leader in the boardroom.
Boardvisory is a South African-based training platform for aspiring and experienced board directors, approved as a CPD provider by both the IoDSA and CPD UK.
— Who we help
A trusted partner at every stage of your board journey.
Whether you’re already serving as a board member or aspiring to join one, Boardvisory is your trusted partner, providing the guidance and support you need to excel.
Aspiring Director
What’s the difference between a board CV and a career CV?
New Director
Five powerful questions to ask in the boardroom.
Established Director
Board effectiveness — two reflective questions to ask.
Aspiring Board Member
What’s the difference between a board CV and a career CV?
New Director
Five powerful questions to ask in the boardroom.
Established Director
Board effectiveness — two reflective questions to ask.
— The Framework
Where governance meets the human dynamics of the boardroom.
Boardvisory works at the intersection of Corporate Governance and the behavioural competencies of directors. Our Director-Shift™ framework empowers boards to reassess their effectiveness — and unlock exceptional performance.
This is where Director-Shift ™ happens.
It’s the overlap of all three at the same time.
— What we offer
Services that elevate every seat at the table.
Board Director Training
Bespoke, high-impact development programmes that equip leaders with strategic insight and governance confidence.
Board Retreats
Cultivate deeper connections with fellow directors and enhance decision-making through immersive and collaborative sessions.
Board Coaching
Designed for individuals and boards, our coaching helps you master effective communication and leadership in the boardroom.
Board Simulations
Gain experiential, hands-on experience in navigating complex boardroom dynamics with confidence and precision.
Women on Board Programmes
Designed for aspiring and current directors — boardroom readiness, governance excellence, and strategic oversight for women in board roles.
Cyber Incident Simulation
In partnership with Clyde & Co — a tailored simulation that replicates the pressure of a real-world cyber crisis at board level.
Boardvisory also offers a range of online courses for your convenience,
View the list of courses.
— Why boardvisory
Recognised. Experienced. Hands-on.
Global Recognition
Director-Shift™ Framework
Member of IODSA
20 Years’ Experience
Award-winning Consultancy
Hands-on Approach
B-BBEE Level 1
Led by a team of Boardvisors
— FOUNDER
Joy-Marie Lawrence
“Board directors who can seamlessly blend their functional and personal competencies enhance their decision-making prowess in the Boardroom.”
Joy-Marie has spent more than 20 years in the boardroom in a variety of executive and non-executive roles. She has chaired boards in the investment, science and technology, legal, education and healthcare sectors, and coached directors and leaders across the private and public sectors.
Joy-Marie has been a Guest Speaker for:
Testimonial
“The most impactful programme I’ve attended. Her deep expertise in corporate governance, combined with a safe, interactive environment, helped us relearn, reflect, and reignite our passion for board leadership.”
Puseletso Matete · IODSA Exceptional Women on Board
— journal
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