Episode 4: Jacobina Brinkman
This episode features Jacobina Brinkman. As a partner at PwC and an experienced supervisory board member, she knows how important it is to remain critical under all circumstances, even as the pressure mounts. A few years ago, she decided not to issue an unqualified auditor’s opinion on a set of financial statements. The decision had major consequences: publication of the annual results was delayed, the share price plummeted and she came under pressure from various sides.
Yet Jacobina stood by her decision. Not only because of the facts, but also because of a strong gut feeling: something was not right. For her, courage lay in being willing to choose the difficult path and accept the consequences.
The conversation also explores doubt as a source of strength. According to Jacobina, leaders do not need to know everything. By talking less, listening more carefully and asking more questions, they create space for different perspectives and better decisions. Listen to episode 4 of Moed Board with Jacobina Brinkman.
About Moed Board
The guests featured in Moed Board come from diverse backgrounds, but share one thing in common: at a pivotal moment in their lives or careers, they made a courageous decision that changed the course of their journey.
Their stories offer recognition, fresh perspectives and practical insights for directors, supervisory board members and anyone involved in leadership. The conversations are personal, reflective and honest. Behind every important decision lies a story. Sometimes it begins in the boardroom; sometimes far beyond it. It is precisely at the intersection of professional responsibility and personal conviction that the most meaningful lessons emerge.
