The Irish Times DAC recruited Board Excellence to carry out an independent effectiveness evaluation of the Irish Times Board and its sub-committees, recognising the unique nature of the Irish Times organisation and corporate structure. Martina Maher followed a very clear and staged process involving a review of historical Board documentation followed by questionnaires and one-on-one interviews to elicit the input for all Board members and selected members of senior management. She also attended Board and subcommittee meetings as an observer. Martina then synthesised her findings in a clear and understandable report with detailed recommendations on a range of changes in structure and systems that were accepted by the Board at its meeting in June 2024. As Board Chair I have no doubt that the implementation of the changes recommended by Board Excellence will assist in the sustained improvement and enhancement of the Irish Times Board’s effectiveness and performance.