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Not One of Us: Why Investors Rely on Independent Directors to Lead Through Crisis
When businesses enter crisis mode, the best investors don’t appoint insiders—they appoint independent NEDs. This blog explores why experienced, neutral directors are vital in restructures, helping protect value, manage conflicts, and lead through pressure.
Damian McCarthy
3 days ago2 min read
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Restructuring Realities: Why Boards Are Choosing Chief Restructuring Officers Over Industry Veterans
In a business crisis, choosing the right turnaround leader can define the outcome. This guide explains why boards, lenders, and private equity investors are increasingly appointing Chief Restructuring Officers (CROs) to navigate high-stakes restructures. Learn how CROs bring crisis management expertise, independent credibility, and stakeholder alignment—delivering faster decisions, greater strategic clarity, and real-world outcomes in distressed situations.
Damian McCarthy
4 days ago3 min read
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The 7 Scenarios That Call for an Interim CFO
In times of financial uncertainty or rapid change, appointing an interim CFO can protect enterprise value and restore stakeholder confidence. This guide outlines seven critical moments when experienced financial leadership isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. Learn how Boardroom Bench deploys trusted CFOs to lead restructures, support transactions, manage crisis, and drive strategic outcomes—exactly when businesses need it most.
Damian McCarthy
7 days ago2 min read
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Why I Started Boardroom Bench: Solving a Talent Gap Hiding in Plain Sight
There’s a growing mismatch between what businesses need and how senior finance professionals want to work. This blog explores how on-demand CFOs, CROs, and project-based finance experts can fill leadership gaps—bringing high-impact skills to restructures, transactions, and transformations without the burden of permanent roles. Discover why flexible financial leadership is the future.
Damian McCarthy
May 174 min read
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