Caroline Spillane CDir | Tuesday, 2 July 2024

Dear Anne,

Welcome to our latest ezine, designed with content to empower and support directors as they drive Ireland's dynamic future. By joining us, you connect with a network of innovative directors and C-suite executives through exclusive events, workshops, short programmes, and a wealth of resources.

Our research, policy, and advocacy work is stronger than ever. We're launching two new surveys: one on the governance of DE&I and another on an IoD Code of Conduct for Directors. Your insights are invaluable and will shape our policy and advocacy efforts. Learn more below.

Dive into essential member resources, including a webcast on Reinventing in the Age of Gen AI, a thought leadership article on Next Generation Leadership, a Director Factsheet, and much more.

In exciting news, we've moved to a new address: Indigo Building, Whitaker Square, Sir John Rogerson Quay, Dublin 2. I look forward to welcoming many of you at our new base.

Finally, I am delighted to introduce our new Business Development Manager, Darren Clarke. We are excited to have Darren on board as we continue to grow, innovate and respond to member needs.

Caroline Spillane CDir

Chief Executive Officer

Institute of Directors Ireland 

IoD UK public consultation on a Code of Conduct of Directors

The IoD UK have published a consultation document on a Code of Conduct for Directors. The aim of the Code is to provide a practical tool to help directors make better decisions.

As part of IoD Ireland's consultation submission to the IoD Consultation Paper on the Code of Conduct for Directors, we are seeking member views. We would be grateful if you could share your views in this short member survey.

IoD LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT: DESIGNED FOR DIRECTORS

New DE&I IoD survey

We are seeking member views on diversity, equality, and inclusion (DE&I). This research will enable us to tailor our policy and advocacy work. It will also provide guidance to our director development programmes and workshops, created for our members, with the aim of aiding best-in-class governance in this space. Thank you in advance for your participation.

Leading a board: What makes an effective chair?

IoD Ireland members Davina Saint CDir, John Hennessy CDir and Celine Fitzgerald CDir share their personal reflections on the critical role of being a Chair. Read this article that was originally published in The Irish Times.

Investigations, dawn raids, legal professional privilege and privacy - Recent developments

Director Factsheet

There have been several recent Irish and EU developments since the seminal 2017 Supreme Court judgement in CRH plc v Competition and Consumer Protection Commission dealing with the protection of rights in a search and seizure context. Recent cases seek to balance the rights of the parties being investigated with the power of the regulators. Read this Director Factsheet to learn more about your responsibilities as a director.

Reinventing in the age of Gen AI

Webcast

Watch our recent Briefing webinar on 'Reinventing in the age of Gen AI'. Presented by Denis Hannigan, Managing Director and Data & AI Lead - Strategy & Consulting, Accenture UK & Ireland. This webinar outlined the must-do's to lead in the age of Gen AI such as building an effective AI strategy and addressing necessary governance frameworks.

How directors should create a digital culture on their board

Having a digital culture on your board is more imperative than ever before. Read this thought leadership article by Garvan Callan, Founder, ONEZERO1, and IoD Faculty member. He discusses how boards can hone a digital culture in their organisation.

European Sustainability Reporting Standards

Read the recent mapping released by the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) and EFRAG. It maps the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) and the TNFD's recommended disclosures and metrics. The 14 disclosures recommended by the TNFD and the ESRS requirements are both designed to provide relevant and faithful information on nature-related sustainability matters.

A director's role in overseeing cyber security risk

Integrating cyber security governance into a company's overall governance framework is a key board role. Read this thought leadership article by Bill McCluggage, Chief Information Technology Officer, and IoD Faculty member. He discusses why boards need to have enough understanding when asking questions to determine potential cyber security risks.

Welcome to new members who joined in recent weeks

Whether you’re here for inspiration, knowledge, or to belong to a valued network and spark new connections, we’re delighted to have you as part of our IoD Ireland community.

Welcome to our new colleague, Darren Clarke

We are delighted to introduce our new Business Development Manager, Darren Clarke. He will work alongside Board and Member Services Director, Caroline Kinsella.