Art McMahon

Art McMahon is a Senior Managing Director at Harvard Group International, where he leads the firm's board services and governance advisory practice. With over 30 years of experience in executive search and corporate governance, Art has helped dozens of companies build more effective boards.

Art's approach to board services goes beyond simple director placement. He works with boards and nominating committees to assess composition, identify skill gaps, and develop succession plans. His board effectiveness reviews have helped organizations improve governance and oversight.

Prior to his search career, Art served on multiple corporate boards himself, giving him firsthand understanding of boardroom dynamics and the qualities that make directors effective. He is a frequent speaker on corporate governance topics and has authored numerous articles on board best practices.