Debbie Black

Debbie brings decades of experience in helping businesses deal with pressure points before they become critical.

A commercially-minded lawyer and founder of a successful B2B legal practice, Debbie combines sharp legal thinking with hands-on experience of what it takes to run, protect, and grow a business. She’s worked with hundreds of companies, often as a troubleshooter, giving her deep insight into what keeps leaders awake at night.

For boards dealing with cultural issues, fragmented advice, or the weight of tough decisions, Debbie offers clear, impartial support grounded in commercial reality. She understands how isolating it can feel at the top and brings not just legal knowledge but a practical, joined-up view of risk, resilience, and leadership.

As founder of The Collective Advisory Board, Debbie has built a trusted team of senior professionals across HR, finance, marketing, tech, property, and compliance, offering strategic, connected thinking when it’s needed most.

Her approach is pragmatic and personal. Whether your board needs expert legal insight or a coordinated response across multiple challenges, Debbie’s leadership ensures solutions that work in the real world.