A Heartfelt Thank You for This Thoughtful Review of The Corporate Matchmaker
Posted by Martin Rowinski
I’m truly honored to share this thoughtful and generous review of The Corporate Matchmaker written by Renee L. Smith from Boulder, Colorado. Renee’s words beautifully capture the spirit and purpose behind the book, and I’m incredibly grateful for the time, insight, and sincerity she put into crafting this.
“The Corporate Matchmaker by Martin Rowinski offers a comprehensive roadmap for CEOs and executives aiming to build high-performing boards and advisory teams. Drawing on more than 30 years of executive experience, including his role as CEO of Boardsi, Rowinski shares actionable strategies that enable leaders to connect with diverse, qualified individuals who can drive strategic innovation and strengthen governance in a board of directors or advisory board. The book is valuable both for companies searching for the right board members, and for executives seeking paths to prestigious board opportunities, making it relevant to leaders on both sides of the recruitment process.
Key features of the book include step-by-step guidance on identifying and recruiting ideal board talent, advice on personal branding for executives, and a behind-the-scenes look at Boardsi’s unique approach to matching talent with opportunity. Rowinski delivers not only conceptual frameworks, but also real-world case studies and practical exercises, that executives can use immediately to improve board effectiveness and drive long-term value of the companies they serve. The book’s focus on real-world application is designed to help leaders apply advanced governance, strategy, cybersecurity and risk management principles in an increasingly complex business world.
The benefits of engaging with The Corporate Matchmaker are multi-layered: readers gain insider access to strategies that have transformed thousands of boardrooms, the tools to enhance executive visibility and career trajectory, and the mindset required to cultivate a legacy of ethical leadership. By leveraging both AI-driven analytics and human insight, readers are empowered to make informed decisions about board composition and to bridge the gap between current needs and future ambitions of their companies. Ultimately, Rowinski’s book stands out for its ability to demystify the often opaque process of board recruitment, making it accessible, actionable, and impactful for a wide audience of business leaders.
The Corporate Matchmaker has a few hidden gems in it that makes business leaders reflect, both personally and professionally, about steps to take to ensure ethical leadership in the boardroom.”
– Renee L. Smith, Boulder, Colorado, USA
Renee, thank you again for this incredible review. Your thoughtful reflection on the book and its purpose means more than you know. I wrote The Corporate Matchmaker to be both practical and personal—and knowing that it resonated with you in both ways is truly rewarding.
I look forward to continuing the conversation with leaders like you who are committed to shaping ethical, strategic, and visionary boardrooms around the world.
With gratitude,
Martin Rowinski
CEO, Boardsi
Author of The Corporate Matchmaker & Beyond the Title
