Company Stats

• Year Founded: 2017
• Revenue: $14 million in 2023
• Employees: 250+

Episode Highlights

✅ Resilience in business is built by overcoming personal and professional challenges, helping entrepreneurs grow stronger.

✅ Board members need industry expertise and leadership authority to land board positions and add strategic value.

✅ Building visibility and credibility, through content like podcasts and articles, positions executives as leaders in their field.

Episode Summary

In this episode, Martin Rowinski, CEO of Boardsi, shares his journey of resilience in both his personal life and as a lifetime entrepreneur. From the tragic loss of his stepson to the launch of Boardsi, Martin's story illustrates the importance of perseverance and finding strength through adversity. He highlights how these challenges shape not just personal growth but also business success.

Martin also discusses the founding of Boardsi, a corporate matchmaker that connects companies with experienced executives for advisory and board positions. With a deep understanding of how businesses operate, Martin’s approach focuses on placing the right strategic thinkers in the right roles. He shares insights on how executives can build credibility through thought leadership, education, and industry expertise, which are critical in securing board roles. The episode concludes with Martin offering advice on how aspiring board members can stand out and leverage Boardsi's services to connect with companies seeking experienced leadership.

Notable Questions We Asked

Q: How did personal tragedy shape your entrepreneurial journey?

A: Personal tragedy made me realize the importance of resilience. It taught me to focus on positivity, faith, and moving forward despite adversity, both personally and professionally.

Q: What inspired you to start Boardsi?

A: After years of consulting, I realized how difficult it was to find board positions. I wanted to create a platform that connects executives with companies needing strategic board members, filling that gap.

Q: What qualifications do companies look for in board members?

A: Companies seek executives with industry experience and leadership authority. Having successfully navigated key challenges, like taking a company public, makes a candidate highly desirable.

Q: How can executives build authority in their industry?

A: Executives can build authority by sharing their expertise through podcasts, articles, books, and public speaking. Thought leadership boosts credibility and helps them stand out as leaders in their field.

Q: How can someone become a board member through Boardsi?

A: Executives can join Boardsi’s platform, which connects them with companies looking for board members. We help prepare candidates by offering courses and visibility opportunities, increasing their chances of landing board positions.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:24 Company Stats

00:54 The Journey of Resilience

01:22 Personal Tragedy and Overcoming Adversity

03:52 Founding Boardsi

05:06 Building Advisory Boards

05:49 How to Become a Board Member

08:08 Connect with Boardsi

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