The Maverick Group Announces Formation of New Advisory Board in Collaboration with Veblen Director Programme
The Maverick Group has launched its first Advisory Board in collaboration with the Veblen Director Programme, bringing together seasoned leaders to support its mission of transforming workplace culture through people-first, high-impact strategies.
Singapore, 30th May 2025 – The Maverick Group, a consulting firm at the forefront of workplace cultural transformation, proudly announces the formation of its inaugural Advisory Board in partnership with the Veblen Director Programme. This strategic move reflects Maverick’s commitment to expanding its impact and scaling its mission: transforming workplace culture to drive sustainable business success.
The newly appointed advisory board brings together a diverse and experienced group of leaders across strategy, corporate development, governance, and operational scaling – each aligned with Maverick’s values of people-first leadership, cultural intelligence, and long-term performance.
“As the founder of The Maverick Group, I am thrilled to welcome four new advisory board members who bring a wealth of expertise and insight to our mission of transforming organizational culture,” said Mary Fashanu, Founder and Principal Consultant. “Their leadership and strategic vision will be instrumental in driving our initiatives forward. A special thank you to The Veblen Directors Programme for their support and partnership in making this possible. We look forward to shaping the future of workplace culture together.”
Meet the Advisory Board:
Rafik Adel Zahy brings extensive expertise in strategic growth, corporate governance, and international business development.
“I’m very happy to join The Maverick Group as a Board Advisor. My career has been dedicated to unlocking human potential through strategic guidance and actionable solutions – perfectly aligning with Maverick’s mission. I believe deeply in the power of tailored strategies to help individuals and organizations achieve sustainable success.”
Michele Barbazza brings a well-rounded track record spanning corporate development, strategic growth, and business innovation. Having worked at large international firms, he is eager to capitalize on his background to help The Maverick Group drive meaningful, people-centric change.
“I’m very excited to join The Maverick Group’s Board of Advisors. I’ve worked for several large international companies that claimed people and culture were their most valuable asset – without truly acting on it. It’s time to put people and culture back at the center. That’s exactly what The Maverick Group is doing.”
Graham Borthwick has spent over three decades transforming businesses worldwide through leadership, supply chain innovation, and cultural alignment. With experience across 35+ countries, he brings unmatched global perspective and process-driven insight.
“I’m delighted to be advising The Maverick Group at this stage of its journey. Over the course of my career, I’ve seen firsthand how workplace culture can be a powerful driver of sustainable success—across companies, geographies, and industries.”
Tibor Dudjik brings 20+ years in IT and SaaS, combining deep technical roots with executive leadership. He excels at building remote, cross-functional teams and driving growth through clear, people-focused strategies – perfectly aligning with Maverick’s human-centric mission.
“I’ve spent my career helping companies build cultures that scale – grounded in clarity, collaboration, and accountability. The Maverick Group’s mission resonates deeply with that ethos. I’m excited to contribute and help shape workplaces that truly unlock potential.”
The formation of this Advisory Board marks a new phase in The Maverick Group’s evolution. Together, they aim to scale the CORE Culture Fix Model, Maverick’s proprietary framework for diagnosing, rebuilding, and sustaining high-performance workplace cultures.
By recommending Veblen-trained advisors to support purpose-led companies like The Maverick Group, Veblen aims to strengthen the backbone of the global economy — small and medium-sized enterprises, which make up over 90% of businesses worldwide and play a pivotal role in driving innovation, employment, and GDP growth.
About The Maverick Group
Founded in 2019, The Maverick Group helps organizations bridge cultural gaps to improve morale, inclusivity, and business performance. Grounded in Cultural Intelligence (CQ), the firm delivers people-first strategies across organizational culture, leadership training, workforce well-being, and process optimization.
About the Veblen Director Programme
The Veblen Directors Programme empowers executives and professionals with the skills and knowledge to excel in board and advisory roles. Through training, education, and a global network of skilled board members, Veblen supports businesses in navigating complex challenges, driving sustainable growth, and building impactful leadership teams.
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