The first live event of the BMI Board Network is here — and it opens with a rare, unfiltered conversation on power, transition, and leadership with one of Europe’s most seasoned CEOs!

We are proud to launch the BMI Board Network with an exclusive event designed for senior executives, current and future board members, and business owners seeking deeper insight into governance and leadership in today’s business environment. 

Our keynote speaker is Martin Gauss , who spent over 20 years in CEO roles across European airlines, including 14 transformative years at the helm of airBaltic.

This is a rare opportunity to hear a candid, first-hand account of:
-Transformation from the inside – turning a loss-making airline into a competitive market leader, navigating financial crisis, a pandemic, and geopolitical turbulence.
- Endings and new beginnings – what it truly means to exit after 14 years, and how a leader's identity evolves after stepping down.
- The realities of board work – what effective boards need from their members today, and what is too often overlooked.
- Life after power – finding purpose, presence, and impact beyond the CEO seat.

Join us for a conversation that goes beyond theory — straight into lived leadership experience.

The BMI Board Network is a new initiative by the BMI Executive Institute and the BMI Alumni Executive Club, created to connect experienced executives committed to sharing practical insights and supporting strong corporate governance.