Boards Of The Future

The MBS Group supports and challenges forward-thinking Chairs to think differently about non-executive appointments

No longer limited to corporate governance, auditing and oversight, the Boards of the Future will be responsible for steering businesses through uncertainty, thinking creatively about the future, and asking deep-rooted questions about an organisation’s place in – and responsibility to – society. Clients of all sizes trust us to guide them through this process of Board transformation, by advising on non-executive appointments that challenge the status quo and bring diversity, digital know-how and outside-the-box thinking to the table.

To find out more about our vision for the Boards of the Future, read Moira Benigson’s manifesto: Boards of the Future: Why the Board of the future should be the Board of today — and how to build it.

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Latest MBS News & Intelligence

Co-op merger leadership confirmed. Central Co-op and Midcounties have confirmed the leadership for their merged society. Debbie Robinson (Central CEO) will be the new CEO, with Phil Ponsonby (Midcounties CEO) becoming CEO for integration. The merger will be completed in January 2026.

LVMH China head joins Pop Mart. Andrew Wu has been appointed a Non-Executive Director of Pop Mart, the maker of the highly successful Labubu collectibles. Andrew brings luxury and consumer insight to the Board, following the popular Labubu collaboration with LVMH’s Moynat brand.

Marc Cain names new CEO. Patric Spethmann is set to become the new CEO of the premium women’s fashion brand in June 2026. He succeeds founder Helmut Schlotterer, who will remain Chair. Patric joins from Marc O’Polo, bringing extensive industry and operational experience.

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