Patrick is the Chair of Ernest Young EY Foundation, Chair of ESSA (Education Sub Saharan Africa), Chair of Boardelta, author of award winning “Boards” book. Patrick worked at one of the largest multinational private equity firm, 3i Group plc, for 26 years, and has been serving as board chair for various UK and international organizations. Patrick also served as a member of Higg’s review and played a role in shaping governance policy for UK listed companies.

In his book “Boards” and three other books, Patrick has helped to establish many successful courses on board skills over the last twenty years and helped Chairs across a wide range of sectors to transform the effectiveness of their boards.