The How Matters: Governance Reimagined.
BLS is a nonprofit focused on how communities and institutions thrive together—by cultivating trust across culture, industry, education, and technology.
About BLS
We are a nonprofit pioneering new models of stakeholder-informed governance to enable communities and institutions to thrive together. We work with our partners to upgrade institutional 'software' by transforming core decision-making frameworks, power dynamics, and engagement processes. This approach cultivates enhanced strategic foresight, fosters community partnerships, and reveals new dimensions of success and societal contribution.
For any institution, whether for-profit or nonprofit, prioritizing the 'how' of decision-making is fundamental to its integrity and its relationship with the public. When governance is genuinely shaped by stakeholder input, it earns enduring trust, draws on richer insights, strengthens community bonds, and improves adaptability for long-term success. These combined effects clear the way for profound outcomes previously considered unreachable by institutions and stakeholders alike.
Through thought leadership, consultations, and convenings, BLS empowers a diverse range of partners, including cultural and public interest organizations, educational institutions, corporate boardrooms, and technology pioneers, to implement the principles of this approach to reimagined governance. This work is driven by our dedicated team, drawing on the expertise and guidance of principals and advisors whose track records include:
- Transforming a historic national founder museum through pioneering community co-stewardship, now a globally recognized best-practice governance model.
- Tackling AI's critical trust gap by championing stakeholder-centric governance in AI design, forging pathways to broad public adoption.
- Co-founding innovative financial solutions channeling $140MM+ to businesses in emerging markets, while also reshaping global leadership training for women.
- Leading the historic campaign to save Bletchley Park and founding pioneering initiatives to equip thousands of women with advanced technology skills and career pathways, informed by a distinguished professorship in computer science.
- Orchestrating the acquisition and turnaround of a major multinational micro-finance bank from distress to renewed profitability and growth in an emerging region, driven by governance reform and SME-focused strategies.
- Building a successful AI-powered healthcare solution that achieved the UCSF Digital Health awards for patient cost savings while significantly accelerating clinical and financial performance in cardiovascular care.
This work empowers client institutions to achieve breakthrough outcomes, forge profound public trust, and deepen their vital contribution to a healthier democratic society.
What We Do
Research & Analysis
In-depth studies on stakeholder governance.
Public Events
Expert convenings and community discussions.
Advocacy
Promoting ethical and inclusive technology development.
Education
Resources and podcasts for public awareness.
Media & Events
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