Effective board of directors needed for business

THIS year, I surprised myself by accepting invitations to become an independent director in two public listed companies. With my unpredictable medical condition and having multiple projects running at the same time, I should have taken a back seat like what a semi retired guy would normally do.

But I was curious. The invitations came from two ends of my business value chain, my long term supplier manufacturer and my long term customer pharmacy chain. Both owners I have known for many years. And both feel that I can add value and contribute ideas and experience to their board.