Dentons date 23 Sep 2024 read time 3 min to read Reforming transparency Impending changes for director address requirements will maintain transparency while enhancing privacy. From our sponsors
KPMG date 20 Sep 2024 read time 3 min to read Climate disclosures coming to Australia The countdown to climate reporting in Australia has started. From our sponsors
date 19 Sep 2024 read time 3 min to read The pathway to leadership is service Boards need to consider diversity as a key element of succession planning and setting their organisations up for success. Diversity Succession Planning
date 19 Sep 2024 read time 3 min to read AI regulation in Australia: the implications for New Zealand directors Australia is discussing AI regulation. Should New Zealand follow?
KPMG date 19 Sep 2024 read time 1 min to read Get climate reporting right A new podbite series explores the evolution of climate disclosures. From our sponsors
date 19 Sep 2024 read time 5 min to read What I’m Reading – Hilary Walton Find out why thinking strategically about digital technology and transformation will help you remain at the forefront of innovation. Innovation What I'm Reading
date 18 Sep 2024 read time 3 min to read Awareness of others creates safety in the boardroom Directors need to navigate risk and identify opportunities, but if board members aren’t listening, will this be lost? Find out more. Board dynamics Board meetings
DENTONS date 12 Sep 2024 read time 5 mins to read Severe weather and a changing climate A national climate adaptation framework could clarify the risks, and support accessible for recovery, due to severe weather events. From our sponsors
date 06 Sep 2024 read time 2 min to read Protecting your business and the climate How can boards prioritise economic resilience while creating a climate strategy that will have a positive impact on the environment?
date 05 Sep 2024 read time 4 min to read More work – but fees treading water Directors are working longer for little, or no, increase in pay.
date 05 Sep 2024 read time 1 min to read Insurance is increasingly top of mind for directors The latest D&O insurance report argues now is a good time for boards to review and renew the terms of their coverage.
date 05 Sep 2024 read time 1 min to read Governance news bites – 5 September A collection of interesting news snapshots and related material from the past two weeks.
date 04 Sep 2024 read time 4 min to read A guide to privacy in the age of AI The rise of AI demands a renewed focus on privacy.
date 04 Sep 2024 read time 4 mins to read Longer hours, fees flat as pressure on directors continues to increase Directors’ fees were little changed from 2023 to 2024.
date 04 Sep 2024 read time 4 mins to read Avoiding dysfunction at the board table A dysfunctional board will disempower, create a lack of transparency, and an imbalance of power. Is there a way to avoid or repair this? Board dynamics Purpose
date 04 Sep 2024 read time 5 min to read What I’m reading – Aimee Blake A life-changing book helped to steer Aimee Blake towards a governance path and led her towards her purpose. Find out more. Not for profits Purpose What I'm Reading
date 30 Aug 2024 read time 3 min to read Trust and respect build better boards Find out why having the right conversations within the right environment is needed for effective decision making. Board dynamics Due diligence
date 21 Aug 2024 read time 1 min to read Corporate governance law reforms include changes to residential address publicat... Reform of the Companies Act and removing the requirement to publish directors’ addresses are things we have long lobbied for. Compliance Director duties
date 21 Aug 2024 read time 1 min to read School boards delivered a lesson by the Ombudsman The Ombudsman warns school boards to follow the law and the spirit of the law in enrolment and discipline decisions.
date 21 Aug 2024 read time 1 min to read Governance news bites – 22 August A collection of interesting news snapshots and related material from the past two weeks.
date 21 Aug 2024 read time 2 min to read Creating a thought partnership The chair/CEO relationship is a critical partnership that is crucial to an effective, well-functioning board. CEOs Chairing Leadership
date 21 Aug 2024 read time 3 min to read Cheers for board chairs The board chair has to balance the dual roles of being a member of the board and being the chair. Chairing Leadership Conference
OPINION date 21 Aug 2024 read time 3 min to read IMHO: The perils of chairing NFPs Pretending to be dead shouldn’t be the only escape plan. Chairing Not for profits
date 20 Aug 2024 read time 4 min to read What I’m reading – Josh Maniam How can rethinking your resourcing benefit your board in a complex operating environment? Josh Maniam has the answer. Decision making Leadership Organisational culture
date 20 Aug 2024 read time 3 min to read And you thought directors in New Zealand had issues Global directors face common and diverse issues: learn from their insights and challenges.
date 15 Aug 2024 read time 3 min to read Explainer: Understanding the role of lead director in US corporate governance What is the role of a ‘lead director’ in US corporate governance and why don’t we see it here? Board composition Chairing
date 15 Aug 2024 read time 4 min to read Lessons from the Qantas governance review for New Zealand directors A review has revealed problems with governance at Qantas and recommended changes. Leadership Stakeholders
date 08 Aug 2024 read time 2 min to read Governance news bites – 8 August A selection of governance news and related articles from the past two weeks. Decision making
DENTONS date 07 Aug 2024 read time 3 min to read Harassment of Siouxsie Wiles triggered health and safety obligations The Employment Court has made an important finding in relation to officers’ duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act. Court decisions From our sponsors
KPMG date 07 Aug 2024 read time 1 min to read Geopolitical risk management for Kiwi financial institutions KPMG provides a local perspective on a global problem. From our sponsors
OPINION date 07 Aug 2024 read time 3 min to read IMHO: From potty mouths to polished boards: Why governance needs good manners Four-letter words have been defended as a professional communications strategy. I've got one - what? Board dynamics Conduct
date 07 Aug 2024 read time 3 min to read Harnessing New Zealand’s AI Future With AI on the rise, boards must expand their governance approach.
date 07 Aug 2024 read time 4 min to read Gap = opportunity: Directors have an opportunity to lead real improvements in he... Sustained improvement in H&S can be achieved if boards prioritise it.
date 06 Aug 2024 read time 1 min to read Scholarships support NFP sector governance The IoD has awarded governance scholarships to directors in a range of NFP sectors including health, education and primary industries. Not for profits
date 30 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read Why New Zealand could move faster on board diversity Could New Zealand be falling behind the rest of the world in gender equity on boards? Find out what your board needs to do. Board composition Decision making Leadership
date 30 Jul 2024 read time 6 min to read Motherhood and leadership: Is the juice worth the squeeze? Women directors can face obstacles when they want to have children. Three women explain why the 'motherhood penalty' is real. Director duties Diversity
date 26 Jul 2024 read time 1 min to read Governance news bites – 26 July Governance is always a busy space, and the past few weeks are no exception.
date 26 Jul 2024 read time 2 min to read Trust, creativity and audit: insights from Washington DC A recent global conference underscored the pivotal role internal audit plays in supporting effective governance.
date 26 Jul 2024 read time 2 min to read Guidance for AI governance A new forum and two new guides will help boards make the most of AI. Resource
Dentons date 26 Jul 2024 read time 5 min to read Reregistration of incorporated societies Incorporated societies have until 5 April 2026 to reregister under the new Incorporated Societies Act 2022. From our sponsors Not for profits
date 26 Jul 2024 read time 7 min to read Come on in, the water’s fine! The case of public sector governance Public sector boards are not for the faint-hearted. Board members must navigate a complex, uncertain and demanding governance environment. Public sector Purpose Shareholders
OPINION date 25 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read IMHO: Capturing the value of health and safety capacity Health and safety capacity is not just a cost, it is an asset. Intangible assets
date 24 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read What I’m Reading – Lianne Dalziel Curious about how to get big projects done? This week’s must-read ticks all the boxes. What I'm Reading
Kordia date 22 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read CrowdStrike outage: security tips while hackers take advantage of chaos Threats remain as scammers look to capitalise on CrowdStrike global outage. Crisis management Cyber security From our sponsors
date 16 Jul 2024 read time 5 mins to read Health and Safety Governance: A Good Practice Guide A guide to improving your organisation's health and safety. Compliance Resource
date 11 Jul 2024 read time 2 mins to read Governance news bites – 11 July Governance is often in the headlines, and the last couple of weeks have been no exception.
date 10 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read Shift in H&S governance needed – from compliance to principles-based leadership Governance lessons arising out of the Whakaari/White Island volcanic eruption health and safety prosecutions.
date 10 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read The value proposition of modern boards A panel discussion from the 2024 IoD Leadership Conference on how boards can add value. Diversity
date 09 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read What I’m Reading – Daniel Wong Daniel Wong shares a book that explores human progress through six materials that built our world and will transform our future. Innovation What I'm Reading
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 5 min to read The nature of the startup beast In the fast and ever-changing startup world, the Ministry of Awesome creates a matrix as the cornerstone of its succession planning.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read A family business, not a family nursery Performance metrics provide clarity around expectations, helping make sure the right executives are in the right roles.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read Thrown in the deep end, boots and all Chris Tremain MInstD makes sure succession is part of the conversation after his shock introduction to the family business.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read Confidence in the next generation Just like genetic gain, the next generation will be better than the current one, says Murray King CFInstD
KPMG date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read The power of family legacies Balancing tradition and innovation is crucial for the sustained growth and prosperity of family businesses. From our sponsors
Dentons date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read The succession steps a family business can take Understanding a family system, and the overlapping circles of family, ownership and business within it, will bring the best outcomes. From our sponsors
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 5 min to read First Steps in Governance: Like a duck to water Shannon Wright MInstD quickly finds her feet and earns a place on the Bone Marrow Cancer Trust.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read The UK Post Office scandal – the cost of justice Litigation funding enables sub-postmasters to clear their names, but the scandal is a salient lesson in boardroom failure.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 5 min to read Social entrepreneur finds joy in the gift of giving Behavioural change champion Tracey Bridges MInstD takes inspiration from working with adult learners.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read Engineering New Zealand laying foundations for the future Membership organisation overhauls its structure, with the board now comprising elected and appointed members.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read A young director with community wellbeing at heart Josiah Tualamali’i MInstD is a driving force for mental health and wellbeing needs.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 5 min to read How to make boardroom learning deliberate Seven learning practices provide an integrated process of collective board learning.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read A disruptor and a transformer The Lion Foundation provides an ‘awesome learning environment’ for tech disruptor Karl Rosnell MInstD.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read How lift-off was achieved Partnership for Rocket Lab’s satellite launch site based on embracing kaupapa Māori values and principles.
ASB date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read Changing the way we do business to back the change-makers Lending programme supports high-potential food and fibre businesses to scale and embrace international opportunities. From our sponsors
Kordia date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read Avoid that own goal With savvy cybercriminals trying new extortion models, businesses need to be continually risk-managing the moving goalposts. From our sponsors
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read Raising the bar in the Cook Islands The first Company Directors’ Course outside New Zealand provides a springboard for aspiring directors in Rarotonga.
Diligent date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read The rise of shareholder activism In an era of increasing corporate scrutiny, institutional investors are voting against directors more frequently. From our sponsors
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read Succession made easy: How BNZ found the right investment Three years of planning reaps its return as Doug McKay CFInstD hands over the reins at BNZ.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read Money in the bank: How Scott St John succeeded Sir John Key at ANZ NZ An out-of-cycle chair change can be disruptive, but ANZ NZ had Scott St John CFInstD in position to take over.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read Getting to know the CEO Outgoing Auckland Airport chair Patrick Strange CFInstD stresses the importance of protecting the CEO relationship.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read Boeing’s failures a lesson for all Ongoing ‘turbulence’ and the failings of directors and officers highlights the importance of good practice.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read The cream rises to the top at Synlait Paul McGilvary became acting chair at Synlait with finding a successor a top priority.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 5 min to read How long is too long? ‘It’s OK to leave’ Don’t wait until you get forced out because you’re no longer useful, no longer relevant, says Giselle McLachlan CFInstD.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read Four of a kind: The generations holding a hand at the table Governance structures need to be arranged to leverage talent and expertise across many age groups, says Craig Hattle CMInstD.
date 01 Jul 2024 read time 3 mins to read Governance news bites - 1 July Governance is always a busy space, and the past few weeks are no exception.
date 01 Jul 2024 read time 4 mins to read Harnessing the potential of AI with the AI Forum Directors must engage with AI to ensure they add value to their organisations. Cyber security Productivity
OPINION date 01 Jul 2024 read time 4 mins to read IMHO: Benefits of board diversity Increasing diversity in the governance community bodes well for the success of New Zealand boards and their organisations. Diversity
date 27 Jun 2024 read time 4 min to read Co-chairing: a double-edged sword for board leadership Can two heads be better than one? Learn from co-chairs' insights on this uncommon but intriguing board leadership model. Chairing
date 27 Jun 2024 read time 4 mins to read Stakeholder leverage Directors may have leverage around the board table, but stakeholders have a lot of leverage of their own.
date 25 Jun 2024 read time 5 min to read What I'm Reading - Jackie Lloyd The secret to life is knowing some things will never change. This must-read draws on history, human behaviour and the power of incentives. Organisational culture What I'm Reading