Deborah is a thought leader, and writes on topics of governance, diversity and leadership.
Deborah Rosati has over 20 years of leading and serving on corporate boards. She understands what companies need on their boards and why having women on boards makes good business sense. She writes about and board diversity and how diverse boards enhance all facets of a company’s performance. Here are a few of her blogs on board diversity:
Board Diversity: Are You an Agent of Change? In Deborah Rosati’s blog, she writes that evidence shows diverse boards enhance all facets of a company’s performance. As business leaders, it is our duty to all step up today and collectively be agents of change in advancing board diversity in Canada. Together, we can make a difference by promoting diversity as a strategic opportunity for board-building.
Why a Diverse Board Makes Good Business Sense: In Deborah Rosati’s blog, she discusses the Top 5 Business Reasons for Diverse Boards.
Deborah also writes about topics that empower women to be more effective in the boardroom. Her topics range from building your board profile and elevating your board effectiveness to using your emotional intelligence to be an effective board member. Her most recent blog series covers the power of connection, the power of sponsorship and the power of giving:
https://www.womengetonboard.ca/category/deborah-rosati-blog/
“Deborah – your blogs are always insightful with practical and actionable advice.”
“Great ideas and a few good reminders, Deborah Rosati FCPA, FCA, ICD.D! And from someone who truly lives the purpose of empowering and connecting women to Board opportunities!”
My Three Words for 2025: Include, Elevate, and Sponsor
As the year draws to a close, it’s time to engage in one of my favourite annual traditions: #My3words. I am happy to share my three words for 2025 are include, elevate, and sponsor. After reading about the idea from Chris Brogan in 2015, I began selecting three words each December to guide my choices and actions throughout the upcoming year. Since then, my three words have served as guideposts on my path, helping me to keep my goals and values at the forefront of everything I do. Practicing this tradition for more than a decade has taught me [...]
“Thank you Deborah! Your e-books are a must-read for women looking to build their board-ready skills. Thank you for your advocacy and leadership. WCM is excited to host Women Get On Board this summer for 2 Get Board Ready sessions.”
“A much needed roadmap for aspiring board members to navigate their path to success. You should be very proud of the legacy you are building.”
“This ebook by Deborah Rosati of Women Get On Board provides practical insights, intelligence, and tools to empower women with the skills and confidence to lead and serve on boards.”
How to Get Yourself on a Board
Serving on a board is a meaningful way to build your career and enrich your network. However, securing a coveted board position is not an easy task. That’s why Women Get On Board Inc.’s (WGOB) mandate is to connect, promote and empower women to corporate boards. It’s also why Deborah Rosati wrote this e-book, based on over 30 years of entrepreneurial, financial and governance expertise with high growth and transformational companies in the technology, retail, consumer and life sciences sectors. How to Get Yourself On a Board provides insights on how to master the foundations, position their board offers, get board interviews, and ace their board interviews.
Elevating Your Board Effectiveness
When corporate boards have gender diversity, businesses see better results. For example, a Canadian study of 6,000 boards found that gender-balanced boards have more varied viewpoints and lead to higher effectiveness and decreased financial irregularities. That’s why Women Get On Board Inc.’s (WGOB) mandate is to connect, promote and empower women to corporate boards. This e-book on Elevating Your Board Effectiveness builds on that mandate. Building on Deborah Rosati’s first e-book How to Get Yourself On a Board, Elevating Your Board Effectiveness provides practical insights, intelligence and tools to empower women with the skills and confidence to lead and serve on boards.