BOARD SEATS AREN’T JUST FOR CEO's:
THEY’RE FOR YOU TOO!!

Join a global network and training programme designed to boost your career with a first board role, expert insights, and high-value partnerships. At Veblen, we help YOU step into board roles and create opportunities beyond traditional career paths.

Unlock Your Boardroom Potential with VDP Lite

A Fast-Track Education for Future Board Directors

Many successful professionals reach a point where traditional career paths no longer deliver the growth, impact, or financial rewards they seek. Despite their expertise and track record, they struggle to break into higher circles of influence.

At Veblen, we teach you how to leverage your existing expertise into opportunities that traditional career paths rarely offer. With VDP Lite, you’ll learn proven strategies to break into the boardroom in less than 12 months – all at your own pace.

What's included in the VDP Lite Programme?

1. Comprehensive Board Education Programme – $5,000 Value

Gain expert training on securing your first Board of Directors seat. From crafting the perfect board profile to acing the interview, this programme equips you with the knowledge and confidence to excel.

2. VDP Lite Community Access

Connect with a thriving network of ambitious professionals who are self-studying, sharing insights, and supporting each other’s boardroom journeys.

3. 2-Years Free Membership to GILD ($2,376 Value)

Gain insider knowledge from Callum Laing’s latest programme on raising capital investment AND enjoy complimentary access to a group of like-minded peers in the GILD Network.

4. A Copy of Callum’s New Book, “Boardroom Blueprint” ($25 Value)

Learn the strategies that successful board directors use to get ahead.

5. Exclusive Access to Selected Online Events

Stay updated with expert-led discussions, Q&As, and networking opportunities to strengthen your boardroom presence.

What Happens When You Enrol in the VDP Lite Programme?

» Immediate access to the VDP Lite community platform » Full access to all training content and materials » A recorded onboarding session from our VDP Premium Community Manager to help you get started

Independent Learning, Limitless Growth

VDP Lite is designed for ambitious professionals who want to take independent action and self-study their way into the boardroom. If you’re serious about stepping into board leadership, this programme provides the essential education and community support to help you get there.

As you progress, you may choose to upgrade to VDP Premium, unlocking exclusive benefits such as leadership coaching, live sessions with founder Callum Laing, and the ‘Learn to Earn’ module—where you’ll discover how to monetise your board seat and bring deal flow to the board and beyond.

Callum Laing | Founder of the Veblen Director Programme

Callum Laing is a renowned entrepreneur, investor, and business leader with a stellar track record of scaling businesses across multiple industries. With years of experience as a board director, Callum knows exactly what it takes to rise to the top and thrive at the highest levels of leadership.

Having helped over 300 individuals secure board positions, Callum has become a go-to expert for those looking to level up their careers. His success stories have earned him recognition in Forbes and other leading media outlets, where his insights are highly sought after by business leaders worldwide.

What sets Callum apart is his ability to simplify complex strategies and deliver them with infectious enthusiasm. He is passionate about empowering leaders with the right tools, strategies, and connections to succeed in today’s competitive business world.

Your Boardroom Journey Starts Now

Landing your first paid board seat can be a six-figure career move. VDP Lite is designed to give you the knowledge and network to make it happen—at a fraction of the cost.