Dear Friends,
I’m still feeling inspired by the incredible energy and support at the London reading of The Secret Diary of a Company Secretary last week. The evening was more than just a book launch. It became a gathering of thoughtful minds, courageous questions, and powerful insights that reminded us all why good governance matters deeply.
Your participation turned an idea into a movement. It showed that governance is not about ticking boxes. It is about courage, authenticity, and conviction. Our conversation that night was a testament to the strength of community and the power of shared purpose.
Your ongoing support means the world to me. If The Secret Diary of a Company Secretary resonated with you, I would deeply appreciate your thoughts in a Goodreads review. Your feedback helps others discover this story and strengthens our collective voice for better governance.
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Relive the Moments
Words From Our Community
“I am very much enjoying hearing the wild and wacky stories from experienced CoSecs from different industries. It also makes me really proud to be part of our profession and energised me to flex my own CoSec muscles and see where I can continue lifting up those around me and my organisation. I plan to jealously guard my current copy as a kind of professional motivational book when times are tough, but I’m looking forward to sharing the pre-order copy with my team come October.” – April James, Trainee Company Secretary at Hargreaves Lansdown
“This book is a must for all aspiring governance professionals. It captures the complexity, nuance, and human side of the company secretary’s role like never before. The role is sometimes misunderstood and undervalued within the organisation and Erika’s message to ‘stand tall’ to ensure the proper recognition is given to the role will resonate with all. KCB will be recommending the book to all our students – not just only to support them in developing their professional knowledge but as a call for professional confidence.” Neill McWilliams , Programme Leader, KCBGlobal.
“I’ve just dipped my toe into The Secret Diary of A Company Secretary and already had to pause for reflection. Chapters 1 and 4 felt uncannily like fragments of my own journey, albeit reshuffled. I’m deeply grateful the book doesn’t shy away from addressing microaggressions and the often-unseen impact of micro racism, topics still so frequently overlooked in professional spaces. – Iwona Bainbridge-Dyer GradCG MCILEX , Governance Manager, Shakespeare’s Globe
The Journey Ahead
Writing The Secret Diary of a Company Secretary was about more than sharing experiences. It was intended to inspire governance professionals to understand their crucial role and to empower them to stand tall as leaders. I am committed to advancing this conversation further. If you would like me to speak with your students, colleagues, or teams about the realities, challenges, and importance of governance, and how each of us can step confidently into our roles, please reach out. Together, we can continue to elevate our profession.
Our evening together proved that when passionate people come together, meaningful change happens. Thank you for making this possible. I look forward to continuing this journey with you.
With heartfelt thanks and excitement for what is next,
Erika Eliasson-Norris , Author, The Secret Diary of a Company Secretary
Erika Eliasson-Norris is the author of The Secret Diary of a Company Secretary, a candid and thought-provoking reflection on the realities of boardroom life, written to spark conversation and drive change across the governance profession. She is also CEO of Beyond Governance, where she advises boards, executives, and founders on building resilient governance structures that support long-term growth and institutional integrity. Erika serves as an Independent Assessor for the Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry, bringing her governance expertise to one of the UK’s most significant institutional accountability reviews.
