FROM C-SUITE TO BOARD SEAT
Your next role isn’t about climbing higher – it’s about seeing farther
At ECP, we don’t just prepare you – we position you. With one-on-one advisory, elite-level branding, and precision outreach, we help you show up with presence – and stay top of mind when seats open.
You’ve built the career. Now build the legacy.
Ready to Lead Beyond the C-Suite?
You already know how to lead. The question now is where your leadership matters most.
Board service invites you into a different kind of impact one built on discernment, direction, and long-view thinking.
At ECP, we work with senior leaders to shift how they’re seen – and how they show up. That means elevating your narrative, refining your materials, and making sure you’re not just qualified, but compelling.
Whether your aim is corporate, nonprofit, or advisory, we help you move with clarity toward the roles that align with your value.
What Makes a Great Board Candidate?
Boards don’t just want credentials – they want judgment, insight, and the ability to look around corners.
✔️ Visionary leadership experience
✔️ Financial and strategic acumen
✔️ A willingness to listen, challenge, and guide
✔️ VP-level experience (or higher) that adds real-world perspective
You don’t need a corner office or a headline name – just the right presence, the right positioning, and the right support.
That’s where we come in.
Your Board Strategy, Backed by Our Experts
George Grachen
Chief Executive Officer
A trusted advisor to senior executives, George leads ECP’s Board-Readiness team with over 30 years of cross-industry leadership. He brings deep experience in operations, HR, and nonprofit governance — helping clients reframe their value and step confidently into the boardroom. Known for his calm presence and sharp insight, George is a steady guide through high-stakes transitions.
Michelle Settle
SVP, Career Strategy & Development
With over two decades in the career transition industry, Michelle brings deep expertise in leadership, sales, and coaching to her role as a senior strategist and team lead. Known for her intentional listening and open-minded approach, she helps professionals see the big picture, embrace possibility, and navigate change with clarity and confidence.
Shauna Severin
SVP, Career Strategy & Development
Shauna brings deep expertise in executive coaching, career storytelling, and brand strategy. She helps senior leaders articulate their value with clarity and purpose. With a sharp eye for positioning and a gift for connection, Shauna guides clients through complex transitions – and into roles that align with their legacy.
Jennette Brown
Senior Career Strategist
With 15+ years in career strategy and leadership, Jennette helps senior professionals navigate transitions with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Drawing from her background in EdTech and higher education, she blends strategic insight with a human-first coaching style — guiding clients to articulate their value and step into roles that reflect their growth.
Kara Dennison
Senior Career Strategist
A certified SPHR, CPRW, and Encouragement Consultant, Kara brings 12 years of experience helping high-achieving professionals navigate transitions with clarity and confidence. Known for her blend of strategic insight and human-first coaching, she guides clients in elevating their personal brand, expanding thought leadership, and unlocking next-level opportunities.
Hear from our president Glenn Scott about why ECP for boards.
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Trusted by Hundreds of Senior Leaders
Backed by Decades of Expertise
Ready to get started?
You must have held or be holding a C-level position in order to be considered for the ECP Board-Ready program.
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.”
Peter Drucker (Management Expert)