By Martin Rowinski, CEO of Boardsi
At Boardsi, we take pride in seeing our members succeed, not just in securing board or advisory roles, but in finding positions that truly align with their expertise, passion, and long-term goals. One recent success story that perfectly illustrates this is from our member, Karine Malzahn, who joined Boardsi on May 7th, 2025.
Karine’s journey wasn’t overnight, and that’s what makes it worth sharing. She embraced the process from the very beginning, working closely with our team, applying to the right opportunities, and most importantly, remaining patient while companies completed their own internal timelines.
Karine recently left this wonderful review of her experience:
“Jennifer has been great in the interview and placement process at Boardsi, I’ve accepted an Advisory role that is a great fit for me, I highly recommend Boardsi.” – Karine Malzahn
Building the Foundation for Success
Karine started her journey by publishing her Executive Biography through our partner platform, Leadafi. You can read her biography here: Karine Malzahn, Strategist, Builder, Connector. This was a critical step in creating a strong executive brand that clearly showcased her skills, leadership style, and the value she could bring to any boardroom.
She didn’t stop there. Karine also enrolled in Boardsi Education courses to strengthen her boardroom knowledge and readiness. This investment in learning ensured she was prepared for the interview process and could speak with authority and confidence about her expertise and the impact she could make.
The Power of Patience and Follow-Up
In the board and advisory recruitment world, companies set their own timelines. At Boardsi, we don’t control how quickly they respond. Some take weeks or months to review applications, gather Executive Impact Reports, conduct interviews, and make final decisions. That’s why patience, paired with consistent follow-up, is so important.
Throughout the process, our team stayed in contact with Karine and kept her updated. She trusted the process and stayed engaged, even when the waiting periods were long. And that patience paid off.
The Right Fit Wins Every Time
Ultimately, Karine landed an Advisory role that was a perfect match for her expertise and interests. Her success reinforces an important message we share with all our members:
If you follow the process, invest in your executive branding, commit to your boardroom education, and remain patient while opportunities unfold, everything will fall into place.
Your Turn to Take the Next Step
Karine’s story is a great reminder that finding the right advisory or board role is about preparation, positioning, and persistence. At Boardsi, we’re here to guide you through every stage — from building your brand to securing the right interviews and supporting you until the final decision.
If you’re ready to start your own boardroom journey, let’s make it happen. The right role is out there, and with the right process, it will find you.
