Zurich, Switzerland – 04.03.2025. – Following their exclusive partnership announcement, Board Owl and Independent Audit are excited to introduce Thinking Board Evaluator® to the Swiss market. This powerful board evaluation tool, developed by Independent Audit, offers an advanced, secure, and fully automated solution to help boards assess their effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and implement actionable governance enhancements.
Thinking Board Evaluator® is built on Independent Audit’s proven Board Effectiveness Model, which defines “What The Board Does” and “How The Board Does It” across 12 critical elements. This structured approach ensures that every board, regardless of its size or maturity, can gain meaningful insights into its performance and take informed steps toward improvement.
“When I first used Thinking Board Evaluator®, I was impressed by how intuitive and insightful the platform is. It goes beyond just measuring board effectiveness – it provides a clear path for real improvement. We are thrilled to bring this solution to our clients in Switzerland, helping them enhance their governance and drive better board performance,” said Donald Waterreus, CEO of Board Owl.
Key Features and Benefits of Thinking Board Evaluator®:
- Expert-Driven Insights: Developed by Independent Audit, a leader in board evaluations with global expertise.
- Comprehensive Assessments: Goes beyond simple scoring to provide thought-provoking questions and actionable insights.
- Efficiency and Security: Fully automated, easy to use, and built on a secure platform that protects sensitive board information.
- Tailored Roadmap for Improvement: Provides clear, ready-to-use reports that help boards take decisive action.
- Enhanced Transparency and Accountability: Supports organizations in achieving greater governance clarity and regulatory compliance.

With the introduction of Thinking Board Evaluator®, Board Owl and Independent Audit reaffirm their commitment to fostering high governance standards, ensuring that Swiss organizations can navigate the complexities of today’s corporate landscape with confidence and clarity.
Board Owl is a Swiss-based platform dedicated to connecting organizations with exceptional board talent while offering governance education and resources to enhance boardroom effectiveness.
Independent Audit is a UK-based specialist in board evaluations, leveraging decades of expertise to help boards improve governance, accountability, and performance.
For more information about Thinking Board Evaluator®, visit https://boardowl.com/ and https://independentaudit.com/.