CEO Performance Review · Australia-wide
Independent, structured CEO performance evaluations and 360 reviews that help boards hold their CEO to account, support their development and strengthen the board–CEO relationship.
Speak directly with David Spear
Director, VUCA Pty Ltd · FAICD · FAIM
CEO Performance Review
Appointing, supporting and evaluating the CEO is one of a board's most important responsibilities. A well-run review gives the CEO clear feedback, aligns their priorities with the board's strategy and builds a strong, trusting relationship between the CEO and the chair.
David helps boards across Australia run CEO reviews that are fair, objective and focused on the future.
As an independent chair and non-executive director across many sectors, with experience on remuneration, nominations, audit and governance committees, David understands both the board's expectations and the CEO's perspective.
Tailored to your board
Every engagement is tailored to your organisation and what you want to achieve. Depending on your needs, the work may include:
CEO Performance Review
An independent reviewer brings structure and balance, so feedback is credible to both the board and the CEO.
Performance is assessed against the goals that matter most to the organisation's strategy.
A well-run review builds trust and open communication between the CEO, the chair and the board.
Clear priorities help the CEO grow in the role and lift the leadership team around them.
Shows the board is meeting its responsibility to oversee and support the CEO.
Gives the board a sound basis for remuneration decisions.
Independent, confidential, practical
Agree the purpose of the review, the measures that matter and who will contribute.
CEO self-assessment, board feedback and, for a 360 review, confidential input from executives and key stakeholders.
David brings the findings together into a balanced, practical report for the board.
A facilitated discussion with the CEO and chair to agree development priorities and goals for the year ahead.
Your advisor
David A Spear FAICD FAIM — Director, VUCA Trusted Advisors
David has over 25 years' experience in commercial business management and board directorship, including significant directorship experience over the last 10 years with Indigenous organisations. He studied board governance at Harvard Business School, completed the AICD Company Directors Course and spent eight years as SA/NT State Director of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. He has served as an independent chair and non-executive director in sectors including housing, agriculture, recycling, local government, the arts and sport, and is a National Facilitator of Governance for ORIC.
Questions
A CEO 360 review gathers confidential feedback on the CEO's leadership from people who work with them, such as directors, executives and key stakeholders, alongside the CEO's own self-assessment. It gives a rounded picture of strengths and development areas.
Yes. David works with boards and organisations across Australia. Get in touch to discuss your organisation and how the work would be delivered.
An independent reviewer brings objectivity and structure, encourages candid input and takes pressure off the chair–CEO relationship. It also gives the board confidence that the process is fair and robust.
Many boards review their CEO's performance annually, aligned with the planning and remuneration cycle, and use a 360 review periodically for a deeper view.
It can be. A structured review gives the board a sound basis for remuneration decisions, and David also provides remuneration reviews for boards and executives.
Every engagement is tailored, so cost depends on the size of your board or organisation and the scope of the work. Get in touch with David for a confidential proposal.
Locations
David works with boards and organisations right across Australia, including in:
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Get in touch
A confidential, no-obligation conversation about your board or organisation and how David can help.