At a time when trust in institutions is fragile, the role of boards goes beyond decision-making \u2014 it reaches into integrity, vision, and contribution to the common good. The Future of Boards Gala by Envisia recognizes the people and boards that raise the bar: those who make bold decisions, build trust, and shape resilient institutions focused on long-term value.<\/p>\n
Carmen Micu, CEO & Co-Founder Envisia<\/strong>: \u201cThe Future of Boards Gala is the expression of a community that actively invests in the professionalization of its members and that turns high standards into real impact. We celebrate boards and leaders who put people and sustainable outcomes first. For us, board education and professional collaboration are the most powerful tools to rebuild trust.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n The 2025 edition will also mark the launch of Volume II of \u201cChronicles from the Boardroom \u2013 A Romanian Perspective\u201d, featuring research conducted by certified professionals in the Master in Board Practice & Directorship program delivered by Envisia & Henley Business School.<\/p>\n The gala will open with a keynote conversation moderated by Prof. Lorenzo Fioramonti (political scientist, Academic Director at NATIVA Campus, former Minister of Education in Italy, Member of the Club of Rome), joined by Dr. Daniel David, Minister of Education and Research in Romania, and Dr. Victoria Hurth, global expert in governance and purpose-driven leadership and coordinator of the ISO 37011 international standard for purpose-driven organizations. The dialogue, titled \u201cHow Responsible Governance Can Rebuild the Social Contract,\u201d will explore how institutions can reconnect with society and the role of boards in regaining public legitimacy. The panel will put forward visions that go beyond compliance, redefining legitimacy and ethical leadership, with a strong focus on education and the role of professional communities in systemic change.<\/p>\n\n The awards highlight excellence in governance and contributions to the public good, recognizing both outstanding board performance and the leadership of their members.<\/p>\n 6 award categories at the 2025 edition: Board of the Year \u2022 Non-Executive Director of the Year \u2022 Boards in Family-Owned Businesses \u2022 Excellence in Board Education \u2013 Professor Andrew Kakabadse Award\u2022 Public Stewardship \u2022 Community Contributor.<\/p>\n The selection of winners follows a transparent process and professional evaluation by a distinguished jury of governance experts, independent directors, and academic partners. Each category is evaluated by a dedicated committee (3 members), followed by a joint calibration and final validation by the Grand Jury.<\/p>\n Grand Jury:<\/strong> Lorenzo Fioramonti (Chair), Anca Dragu, Ramona Chiriac, Patrick Dunne.<\/p>\n Category Committees:<\/strong><\/p>\n \tCommunity Contributor: Carmen Micu (CEO & Co-Founder Envisia), Georgeta Dendrino (Managing Partner, Interact), Codrin Scutaru (CEO, Public Affairs Solutions). A community of leaders Future of Boards is also the gathering of an active and growing community: over 300 top professionals \u2014 from non-executive directors to government and business representatives \u2014 will meet in a space carefully curated by Envisia, where continuous learning, practice exchange, and meaningful collaborations become the engine of change.<\/p>\n Partners<\/strong><\/p>\n \tInstitutional Partners: Bucharest Stock Exchange, Family Business Network, Association of Fund Managers, Aspen Institute Romania, British Romanian Chamber of Commerce, French Romanian Chamber of Commerce, Romanian Association of Regional Development Agencies, ROPEA. About Envisia<\/strong><\/p>\n Envisia is the first business school in Romania dedicated to corporate governance and the professionalization of board members. Around it, a dynamic community of alumni and leaders has emerged, accelerating learning and collaboration.<\/p>\n Through internationally accredited programs \u2014 including the globally recognized postgraduate program co-delivered with Henley Business School \u2014 and nationally accredited programs such as \u201cCorporate Governance that Creates Value\u201d (the only program of its kind accredited by the Ministry of Education and Research and ANC, delivered in partnership with the Bucharest Stock Exchange and the Romanian-American University), as well as masterclasses and media projects like the Governance Academy, Envisia develops leaders who turn the principles of good governance into performance and trust.<\/p>\nAwards & Jury<\/h3>\n
\n\tNon-Executive Director of the Year: Neil McGregor (Independent Non-Executive Director, Purcari Wineries), Marius Per\u015finaru (Entrepreneur, Consultant & Non-Executive Director), \u0218tefan Nanu (Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Member of the Audit & Nomination Committees, Romanian Investment and Development Bank).
\n\tPublic Stewardship: Alexandru Petrescu (President, Financial Supervisory Authority), Gabriela H\u00e2r\u021bescu (Dean & Founding Member, Envisia), Mihai Precup (Board Member, National Company Romanian Post).
\n\tExcellence in Board Education \u2013 Professor Andrew Kakabadse Award: Costel Negricea (Rector, Romanian-American University), Gabriela H\u00e2r\u021bescu (Dean & Founding Member, Envisia), Nada Kakabadse (Professor in Governance & Ethics, Henley Business School).
\n\tBoard of the Year: Andrei Gemeneanu (Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Morphosis Capital), Sergiu Oprescu (Chairman of the Supervisory Board, UniCredit Bank Romania), Adriana Lobd\u0103 (Co-Founder, Envisia).
\n\tBoards in Family-Owned Businesses: Adriana Lobd\u0103 (Co-Founder, Envisia), Mihaela H\u00e2r\u0219an (Secretary General, Family Business Network Romania), Carmen Micu (CEO & Co-Founder, Envisia).<\/p>\n
\n\tVisionary Partner: BRD Romania
\n\tAlly Partner: Electrica SA
\n\tContributor Partners: SAI Muntenia Invest, RomGaz, Ursus Breweries, Regina Maria, Evergent, Moore Romania, Transgaz
\n\tLogistics & Creative Partners: InterAct, Future Station, Public Affairs Solutions, Enache Pirtea & Asocia\u021bii, Positive Communication
\n\tVenue Host: InterContinental Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e Palace<\/p>\n