Caroline Spillane CDir | Wednesday, 4 September 2024

Dear Anne,

For more than 30 years, IoD Ireland has supported responsible leaders who believe in business as a force for good. A crucial part of IoD Ireland's purpose is to inform and influence how businesses address increasingly complex global challenges.

This demands continuous learning and education and a proactive approach to staying informed about best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging trends. Leading in Governance 2024, our flagship conference on October 24th, is therefore a must-attend event for all IoD Ireland members. Save the date now.

This time of year offers a valuable opportunity for directors and board members to refresh their knowledge and enhance their skills. In this ezine, we have details about our upcoming programmes, events and our latest articles and thought leadership content designed especially for members.

We are particularly delighted to bring you a special feature by Margot Slattery CDir, Global Head of Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Social Sustainability, ISS. In this piece, Margot outlines the values of DE&I, a force for innovation and growth.

We encourage you to take full advantage of all of these learning opportunities and resources.

Caroline Spillane CDir

Chief Executive Officer

Institute of Directors Ireland 

Diversity is just good for business

Thought leadership article

"If a company wants to succeed and grow it needs to invest in its people and understand what motivates them."

These are thoughts shared in the article by Margot Slattery CDir, Global Head of Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Social Sustainability, ISS. In this piece, Margot outlines the real value of DE&I, as well as how to build a successful strategy.

IoD EVENTS

Boardmatch Trustee Speed-Dating - Information Webinar

Prepare to put your best foot forward. Charity Trustee Speed-Dating information session.

26 SEPTEMBER 2024 | 3:00PM - 3:40PM

Location: Online

Leading in Governance 2024

Save the date for IoD Ireland's flagship conference. Stay tuned for more details.

24 OCTOBER 2024 | 2:30PM - 7:30PM

Location: Aviva Stadium, Dublin 2

IoD Ireland Christmas Lunch 2024

Save the date for IoD Ireland's annual Christmas Lunch. Sponsored by Mason Hayes & Curran LLP.

6 DECEMBER 2024 | 12:30PM - 3:30PM

Location: InterContinental Hotel, Dublin 4

IoD LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT: DESIGNED FOR DIRECTORS

Briefing: Company Law - Changes are imminent

Director Factsheet

The Companies (Corporate Governance, Enforcement and Regulatory Provisions) Bill 2024 has been published and is expected to be enacted by the end of 2024. The Bill is designed to enhance and strengthen governance, enforcement, and regulatory provisions in the Companies Act 2014 (the "2014 Act"). The amendments proposed relate to four distinct areas of company law: corporate governance, company law enforcement and supervision, administration, and insolvency. Read more in this Factsheet.

Putting ESG at the heart of decision making in the boardroom

Featured article

Recently Professor Simon Haslam, Chartered Director, sat down with the Business Post to discuss why implementing sound ESG policies in your organisation is critical. Read this featured article to learn more about your ESG requirements.

Code of Conduct for Directors

Consultation

IoD Ireland has submitted a response to the IoD UK consultation on their proposed Code of Conduct for Directors. We responded to this consultation as the representative body for directors in Ireland with close links to IoD (UK). While remaining separate and independent, IoD Ireland and IoD UK collaborate on learning and education programmes, through the Global Network of Director Institutes (GNDI) international network, and on ad-hoc policy initiatives. Our full submission is available for members to read on our website.

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.

Congratulations to our newly accredited Chartered Directors

Congratulations to our latest Chartered Directors who have passed their final professional review process and eligibility assessment and have become qualified CDirs.