Case study: Board Recruitment | Healthcare Without Harm Europe
We partnered with Health Care Without Harm (HCWH) Europe to find some board members who can support their mission for a sustainable healthcare sector that does not harm patients or our planet.
Context.
As an established international NGO with a 20-year history, HCWH Europe has driven the sustainable healthcare agenda in Europe forward. Over the past five years, it has experienced transformative growth, positioning itself as the centre of an influential international sustainable healthcare movement.
HCWH Europe was searching for new Board members to support its continued growth and development. While the organisation’s Executive Leadership Team (ELT) manages day-to-day operations, the Board plays an integral role in advancing its mission through strategic governance and operational oversight.
Brief.
HCWH Europe engaged Peridot Partners to find individuals with the necessary skills and experiences to support them in navigating the many challenges and opportunities that lay ahead. They sought expertise in the following areas:
- HCWH Europe Institutional Knowledge: Senior-level engagement with HCWH Europe’s work, particularly since the 2020 strategy launch.
- Global Green and Healthy Hospitals (GGHH) Leadership Knowledge: Leadership within the GGHH network, crucial to our strategic focus.
- Financial Management: Expertise in nonprofit financial accounting, essential for the role of Treasurer.
- Clinical Experience: Healthcare professionals who understand the role of the clinical community in sustainable healthcare.
- International NGO Governance: Leadership and governance experience in the international NGO sector.
- Healthcare Industry Knowledge: Insights from senior figures in MedTech, pharma, and healthcare technology to shape future strategies.
- Philanthropic Giving: Experience in European philanthropy to support our fundraising strategy.
Outcome.
Peridot ran an extensive and targeted search for HCWH Europe’s new Board members at HCWH Europe, reaching out to over 330 selected individuals with expertise in the seven essential skill sets.
The recruitment process was highly competitive, with over 40 applications from a diverse geographical group of professionals located across Europe. After a rigorous and robust evaluation process, Peridot and HCWH Europe interviewed 21 candidates to assess their suitability. We appointed 9 Board members who were formally elected to their roles during HCWH Europe’s Annual General Meeting (AGM).
The newly appointed Board members exemplify strong leadership and a deep, shared commitment to HCWH Europe’s mission of achieving sustainable healthcare. These individuals were chosen based on their demonstrable potential to contribute strategically and their proven ability to drive innovation within the healthcare and non-profit sectors. They bring diverse and experienced skills and fresh perspectives with new energy to HCWH Europe, helping them to continue leading the way in sustainable healthcare practices across Europe.
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