Episode 11- Be It Resolved: Competition built today, but collaboration is the way forward

Published May 27, 2026
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This episode explores how boards can navigate a more fragmented global landscape by balancing competition with collaboration. Hosted by Rahul Bhardwaj, President and CEO of the Institute of Corporate Directors, the discussion features Stephen de Boer, who shares insights from global trade and diplomacy on diversification, geopolitical shifts, and long-term strategy. The conversation considers what the “dolphin strategy” means in practice, from relationship-building to adaptive decision-making. For directors, it highlights the trade-offs required to build resilience while maintaining performance in an increasingly complex environment.

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Host

Host

Rahul K. Bhardwaj

ICD.D

President & Chief Executive Officer

Toronto, Ontario

Director since: 2020

Guest

Guest

Stephen de Boer

Member of the Strategic Advisory Board of Wellington Partners

Former Canadian Ambassador to the World Trade Organization

Former Foreign Affairs Advisor to the Prime Minister

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