Tom Mawhinney

Today’s directors face broader mandates than ever. Governance spans strategy, technology, culture, and stakeholder dynamics. Experience still matters — but directors today need fluency, range, and relevance.

The founder seat has changed. A great idea is no longer enough. Today’s entrepreneurs lead across product, people, capital, and culture—often before any of those systems are stable. In a world of speed and scrutiny, leadership must evolve in real time.

The executive seat is being redefined. Are you keeping up? Today’s executives sit at the intersection of strategy and execution, innovation and risk, vision and urgency. Experience still matters — but today’s leaders need speed, clarity, and range.

The Contemporary Leader offers a clear, skills-based framework for leading through change. Whether you're a board member, executive, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this audiobook helps you sharpen your edge in a high-stakes environment.