Boardroom Neutral: Breaking Deadlocks
When board conflict halts progress, John merges legal insight and strategic expertise—ensuring decisions move forward with integrity.
Neutral Board Leadership Overcoming Deadlocks
Boardroom: When a company’s decision-making is paralyzed—due to internal conflict, board deadlock, or competing interests—John W. Shenk steps in as a neutral board member to restore function and protect the integrity of the business. Whether appointed by agreement or by court order, his role is to offer disinterested judgment, facilitate movement, and reduce the risk of litigation.
John is available to serve as:
Disinterested Director
Appointed by shareholders to bring objective oversight and reinforce the protections of the business judgment rule.
Provisional Director
Appointed by courts to break deadlocks and ensure the board can act when it matters most.
Neutral LLC Manager or Member-Manager
engaged by agreement to guide critical decisions in private companies and partnerships.
With a background that includes both a J.D. and an MBA, John combines legal acuity with business strategy. His experience spans partnership disputes, derivative litigation, and fiduciary duty claims—making him especially effective in complex, high-friction environments.
Founders, investors, and fellow directors rely on John not just for neutrality, but for his steady presence, business fluency, and ability to bring clarity to tense, high-stakes decisions.
Read What Clients Are Saying...
“John W. Shenk’s mediation transformed a tense negotiation into a productive collaboration. His expertise and calm demeanor made all the difference. Highly recommend!”
Sarah Thompson
CEO @ Green Solutions
“Thanks to John, we were able to vindicate our investor rights and secure significant equity in a challenging start-up environment. His insights were invaluable!”
Michael Roberts
Investment Manager
“John has a remarkable ability to facilitate open communication. His workshops on conflict resolution have improved our team’s dynamics tremendously!”
Emily Tran
Human Resources Director
“I can’t thank John enough for his help in resolving a community dispute. His empathetic approach fostered understanding and led to a lasting agreement.”
David Chen
Community Leader
“John Shenk’s mediation skills saved us from a potential crisis. He handled the situation with professionalism and care, allowing us to focus on our mission again.”
Laura Martinez
Executive Director at Nonprofit Org
“John helped me eliminate toxic partners from my business. His strategic guidance was key in restoring my company’s growth and vision. Truly a lifesaver!”
Kevin Smith
Business Owner
