date 22 Nov 2024 read time 3 min to read Directors see NZ economy on the up Boards are positioning their organisations to take advantage of an expected economic upturn. From our sponsors
date 20 Nov 2024 read time 1 min to read First Steps in Governance awards for Canterbury directors Three Canterbury directors have an opportunity to increase their governance experience and skills.
date 19 Nov 2024 read time 3 min to read Cultural diversity key for boards Sanit Kumar CMInstD joined the Company Directors’ Course (CDC) and reflects on the immersive course for directors reporting to boards. Diversity Leadership
date 19 Nov 2024 read time 3 min to read Staying true to our values Saunoamaali’i Karanina Sumeo says in continuing to do business with the US we need to be clear about our values. Human rights Leadership Supply chains
date 15 Nov 2024 read time 3 min to read Back to the future When anticipating the climate of the future, remember the lessons of Michael J Fox. Climate change
Dentons date 15 Nov 2024 read time 3 min to read A useful last resort: pursuing directors personally for unpaid company debts What if you are owed money and you believe a director is in breach of their duties? From our sponsors
date 15 Nov 2024 read time 1 min to read Governance news bites A collection of governance-related news snapshots you might have missed in the past two weeks.
date 14 Nov 2024 read time 4 min to read Mike McRoberts: “Allow yourself to go there” A pathway between Māori businesses and investors will help form authentic partnerships, according to Mike McRoberts. Find out more. Long-termism Te Ao Māori
date 14 Nov 2024 read time 3 min to read Bringing startup expertise to the boardroom Supporter of innovative businesses, Maria King MInstD was thrilled to see startup governance in the IoD Advanced Directors' Course. Innovation
date 14 Nov 2024 read time 3 min to read Maxine Simmons on finding fresh inspiration at the Advanced Directors’ Course Experienced director Maxine Simmons found fresh insights at the Advanced Directors’ Course. Read how it re-energised her approach.
Dentons date 14 Nov 2024 read time 4 min to read Breaches of AML/CFT laws results in serious consequences AML settlements should prompt directors to consider whether their systems and processes are up to date or require review. Accountability From our sponsors
OPINION date 14 Nov 2024 read time 4 min to read IMHO: I don't care where, as long as I'm chair Can a successful director translate their success to another board? Maybe. Board composition Board evaluation Chairing
date 13 Nov 2024 read time 2 min to read Don’t wait for Wellington Directors are urged to move more quickly than the Government on climate governance. Climate change
date 13 Nov 2024 read time 4 min to read What I’m Reading – Debbie Ireland What does it really mean to feel a sense of belonging and how can it boost performance and inclusion in business? Leadership Organisational culture What I'm Reading
date 08 Nov 2024 read time 2 min to read Fee boost coming for Crown directors State Owned Enterprises Minister Paul Goldsmith says a boost to Crown-entity directors’ fees will help the Government attract top talent. Director remuneration Public sector
date 31 Oct 2024 read time 1 min to read Governance news bites A collection of governance-related news snapshots that you might have missed in the past two weeks. ESG Liability
date 31 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Are directors of founder-led companies being set up to fail? It can be hard to rein in one dominant individual unless boundaries are set.
date 31 Oct 2024 read time 1 min to read Challenging your assumptions Assumptions are a core part of normal life that help us to act and react at pace – but they can also get in our way and stymie innovation. AI Climate change Strategic thinking
date 31 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Substance over symbols needed in applying work H&S law to mental health Mental health is a pressing organisational and occupational health concern for many businesses, but uncertainty and ambiguity abound. Organisational culture
date 30 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read What I’m Reading – Kendall Langston Reading is a way to sharpen the saw, according to Kendall Langston who shares a book this week about the art of negotiation. Leadership What I'm Reading
date 29 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Courage and speaking up in board meetings A culture of asking questions in board meetings, respectfully, is essential for effective governance.
date 25 Oct 2024 read time 1 min to read IMHO: AI expertise on boards: real growth or skills inflation? An increased number of AI experts on boards raises questions about the realities of board composition and the dynamics of skills inflation. AI Cyber security
date 24 Oct 2024 read time 1 min to read Cyber Smart Week must views There are a range of useful cyber guides, tools and articles with a governance focus here at the Institute of Directors. Cyber security
date 23 Oct 2024 read time 1 min to read IoD recognises 10 new Distinguished Fellows Our new Distinguished Fellows have come from backgrounds including energy, education, public health, food and research and more. Leadership
date 18 Oct 2024 read time 1 min to read Mentoring – a gateway to opportunity A new mentoring programme aims to increase Pasifika representation in New Zealand boardrooms. Diversity
date 17 Oct 2024 read time 4 min to read Is nuclear energy the zero-carbon answer to powering AI? After decades of stagnation, the world’s biggest tech groups and banks are considering an alternative energy option.
date 17 Oct 2024 read time 1 min to read Governance news bites – 17 October A collection of interesting news snapshots and related material from the past two weeks.
Opinion date 17 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read IMHO: Picking your chair – best player or best captain? Effective board leadership requires qualities beyond professional expertise or industry experience. Chairing
OPINION date 17 Oct 2024 read time 4 min to read IMHO: Is governance a team sport or individual sport? A high performing board has a lot in common with a successful sports team. Board composition Chairing
date 15 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read What I’m Reading – Jeff Galt In this week’s recommendation, the auditing profession is under the spotlight, revealing a need for directors to dig into the numbers. Conflict of interests What I'm Reading
date 15 Oct 2024 read time 2 min to read How to excel in governance Jeffrey Broughton CMInstD attended the Company Directors’ Course (CDC) in Queenstown. Hear how he benefits from attending the course. Leadership Succession Planning
date 09 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Obstacles real for Pasifika leaders Unconscious bias and ignorance could be blocking diversity on boards. Find out more about the obstacles faced by directors. Board composition Board dynamics Talent
date 09 Oct 2024 read time 1 min to read Congratulations to our 2024 Emerging Directors Members nationwide have been honoured by their branches with Emerging Director Awards.
date 07 Oct 2024 read time 2 min to read Board dynamics and the power of three Women’s perspectives add value to boards but also contribute to investment efficiency, according to new research from Lincoln University. Board composition Board dynamics Diversity
date 07 Oct 2024 read time 4 min to read Nurain Janah: “We cannot visualise the path ahead” The weight of the concrete ceiling is confounding for women leaders of colour. Find out more about the obstacles that block the path ahead. Board composition Board dynamics Organisational culture
date 07 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Building the foundation for Pasifika leaders to thrive Pacific voices needed on boards as Aotearoa’s cultural landscape evolves. Find out more about the IoD’s Pacific Advisory Group. Board composition Diversity
date 07 Oct 2024 read time 11 min to read Governance insights from the Directors’ Fees Report 2024/25 Directors’ fees have not been keeping pace with inflation, even after recent years of low (or no) increases.
KPMG date 04 Oct 2024 read time 2 min to read Don’t knock opportunity Climate change reporting is challenging, but provides a unique opportunity for boards to add value. Climate change From our sponsors
date 04 Oct 2024 read time 11 min to read Have your say: influence the review of health and safety legislation to improve ... Directors and board leaders are vital in shaping the future of health and safety, so we’re seeking feedback on IoD proposed changes.
date 03 Oct 2024 read time 2 min to read Real estate collapse: the Du Val Group The Du Val Group’s collapse offers boards a cautionary tale about governance, investor relations and financial oversight.
date 03 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read In business we trust Hard won yet easily lost, trust is a critical component of business success, and earning it starts from the top. Leadership
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Equipping Kiwi boards for robust conversations How you communicate at the board table matters. Find out why Kiwi boards might be more open to diverse views. Board management relationship
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read When tech goes wrong Boards need to understand an organisation’s capability and maturity to deliver technology programmes.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read How to align group dynamics The chair needs to harmonise personalities and communication styles, so the sum of the whole is greater than its parts.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Wealth creation: the mandate of the marketer Professional marketers are a crucial, and often missing, component in board decision-making.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 2 min to read Bringing clarity from chaos In small to medium-sized entities, directors add value by testing assumptions and not being encumbered by limitations.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Chalk and cheese – or same but different? Comparing the complexities of governance in the private and public sectors.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Get active for your health (and safety) Start with the right mindset – health and safety is an outcome of work – then establish best practice.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 1 min to read Valuing H&S on the bottom line Health and safety does not make it onto the accountant’s radar.
Diligent date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read How high-performing boards stay ahead Evaluating large volumes of data using technology is a major differentiator in effective oversight and governance. From our sponsors
ASB date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Getting the best out of senior leaders When a board pushes a vision or ambition, the organisation becomes inspired. From our sponsors
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 5 min to read A biotech pioneer translating science into business Maxine Simmons CMInstD says being open to different ideas is the source of innovation and good decision-making.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read When the time is ripe for change An advisory board challenges family garlic growers to ‘look at things from a different perspective’.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 4 min to read Disrupting the status quo for a sustainable future Oliver Bruce MInstD sees a golden opportunity for New Zealand to develop and export technologies that reduce emissions worldwide.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 5 min to read Believing and achieving – a Future Director on the rise Monique Forbes CMInstD, the first Future Director on the IoD Board, finds her zone – being her best version and making an impact.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Finding the right fit In making room for diversity, boards must look in the mirror, no matter how confronting that might be, says Barb Long MInstD.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 2 min to read Growing diversity through diversity From mentee to mentor, Melanie Templeton MInstD cuts to the chase over the demands of being a director.
date 02 Oct 2024 read time 4 min to read The master of the Moanaverse Don Mann MInstD, CEO of multimedia entity Pacific Media Network, is drawn to change and disruption.
Dentons date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Modern companies, modern rules The proposed reform of company law in New Zealand should be advanced promptly to modernise the 31-year-old Act. From our sponsors
Kordia date 02 Oct 2024 read time 3 min to read Five things boards can do to help combat cyber crime Identifying, quantifying and treating cyber risk can be a complicated undertaking. From our sponsors
