Our Advisory Board
Our Board brings together a diverse group of seasoned professionals with decades of experience in headhunting, senior leadership and sector-specific strategic level knowledge across various industries.
Martin Kitchener
Legales Executive Headhunting
Advisory Board Member
Martin Kitchener is a distinguished professor of management at Cardiff Business School, renowned for his expertise in governance, change, and performance in public services. He chairs the Chartered Association of Business Schools’ Taskforce on Business School and Public Good, utilizing his profound understanding of institutional dynamics.
Academic and Research Contributions
Martin's research has notably impacted governance and performance in public services, with a recent focus on higher education. He has led significant studies in the UK on hospital patient safety, social work management, and mental health changes. His widely published work has influenced both practice and policy profoundly.
Professional Experience and Leadership Roles
2018-19: Visiting Fellow, Said Business School, University of Oxford
2012-18: Dean and Head of School, Cardiff Business School
2007-12: Professor of Management & Associate Dean (External Relations), Cardiff Business School
2006-07: Professor of Health Organization & Policy, University of California, San Francisco
1999-2007: Researcher and Professor, University of California (Berkeley and San Francisco)
At Cardiff Business School, Martin launched the Public Value Strategy, showcasing his commitment to integrating public value into business education and practice.
Current Projects and Roles
Martin is currently involved in the EU Horizon 20/20 COGOV project, exploring innovations in European public services. He also chairs Welsh Triathlon and serves as a director of British Triathlon, demonstrating his leadership beyond academia.
Significance to Legales Executive Headhunting
Martin Kitchener's extensive research and leadership in public services make him a vital advisory board member at Legales Executive Headhunting. His expertise strengthens the firm's capability to recruit leaders adept at navigating complex organizational landscapes and driving public trust, ensuring Legales remains at the forefront of executive headhunting with a focus on good governance and public value principles.