Joe Hurd: Governance in Times of VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity)

Joe Hurd is a Silicon Valley-based technology executive and experienced public company director. Joe is an Operating Partner at SOSV, a global venture capital firm, and serves as a non-executive director on the boards of Trustpilot Group, Hays, and Lloyd’s of London. We cover his executive career in both business and government service, and how those experiences have shaped his understanding of technology and business. Joe also shares his experiences navigating board service, including the challenges and opportunities he’s faced in the boardrooms of both UK and US companies. We discuss the evolving dynamics of DEI and ESG in corporate governance and how boards are adapting to increasing political and regulatory pressures. He also offers his perspective on the rise of AI and its impact on business strategy and governance. We explore how boards are evaluating performance, managing employee engagement (particularly in the UK context), and preparing for future challenges in an unpredictable business environment. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, or sharing it on social media. You can also support the podcast by subscribing to the Boardroom Governance Newsletter at evanepstein.substack.com. This podcast is sponsored by the American College of Governance Counsel.