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
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read KPMG: The power of family legacies Balancing tradition and innovation is crucial for the sustained growth and prosperity of family businesses. Sponsored
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read Dentons: 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. Sponsored
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.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read ASB: 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. Sponsored
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 4 min to read Kordia: Avoid that own goal With savvy cybercriminals trying new extortion models, businesses need to be continually risk-managing the moving goalposts. Sponsored
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.
date 03 Jul 2024 read time 3 min to read Diligent: The rise of shareholder activism In an era of increasing corporate scrutiny, institutional investors are voting against directors more frequently. Sponsored
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. Climate change
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
date 25 Jun 2024 read time 4 min to read Courageous boardroom conversations Addressing problematic or non-performing board members can be difficult but tackling it early can have significant benefits. Board composition
date 14 Jun 2024 read time 4 min to read Putting AI best practice into a New Zealand context If your business AI creates something, do you own the intellectual property? It depends. Cyber security Data
date 14 Jun 2024 read time 3 min to read Bridging the say-do gap Building resilient, responsible organisations starts with bridging the gap between what is said and what is done. Leadership Leadership Conference
date 13 Jun 2024 read time 1 min to read Directors must be continuous learners. If you don’t do so, you’ll be out! Peter Gleason, US National Association of Corporate Directors CEO, urges continuous learning for boards through director certification. Leadership Conference
date 13 Jun 2024 read time 1 min to read Focus on the future This governance update, from our 2024 Leadership Conference, offers fresh perspective on our Top Five Issues for Directors in 2024. Climate change Innovation Leadership Conference
date 13 Jun 2024 read time 1 min to read Governance news bites – 14 June Governance is always a busy space, and the past few weeks are no exception. Read new, relevant-to-governance items our curated update.
date 13 Jun 2024 read time 2 min to read Two Cantabrians receive highest governance honour Two Cantabrians with links to 2011 earthquake recovery to receive Distinguished Fellow Award. Find out more. Purpose
date 13 Jun 2024 read time 5 min to read What I'm Reading - Victoria Spackman Curious about how to improve your decision making and create a culture of learning and exploration? This week’s read ticks all the boxes. Decision making
TOOLKIT date 12 Jun 2024 read time 3 min to read Director insights: Starting the climate journey Begin your climate governance journey with actionable insights from directors' experiences and innovative strategies. Climate change Resource Toolkit
date 04 Jun 2024 read time 3 min to read The rise of the Finternet Financial services must catch up with the advances made in communications since the advent of the internet and smartphones.
date 30 May 2024 read time 2 min to read Enabling productivity: an international governance challenge The IMF says productivity improvements are required to improve economic growth. Productivity
date 30 May 2024 read time 3 min to read What I’m Reading – Neerali Parbhu This week’s must-read recommendation is a book about the fundamental drivers of success. Decision making Not for profits
date 30 May 2024 read time 2 min to read AI in financial reporting and audit: Navigating the new era Directors will need to embrace AI’s transformative power in financial reporting for enhanced decision-making and risk management. AI Audit
date 30 May 2024 read time 3 min to read Director Insights: Enabling productivity Directors share insights into enabling productivity, growing the “top line” and enhancing efficiency through board-led strategy. Productivity
OPINION date 30 May 2024 read time 4 min to read IMHO: Note to directors – must try harder Like any risk, generative artificial intelligence needs consideration at a board level. AI Privacy
date 26 May 2024 read time 2 min to read Support for removing directors' home addresses on the Companies Register Changes to the Companies (Address Information) Amendment Bill sought to remove the harmful director home address publication requirement. Due diligence Privacy
date 17 May 2024 read time 3 min to read Revealed: the huge cost of New Zealand’s workplace bullying and harassment The cost of bullying and harassment to NZ employers is around $1.5 billion a year according to a damning new report. Accountability Conduct
date 16 May 2024 read time 4 min to read Support for removing director home address publication requirements Changes to the Companies (Address Information) Amendment Bill sought to remove the harmful director home address publication requirement. Privacy
date 16 May 2024 read time 3 min to read Surbhi Luthra: “I found my inner voice” Scholarship fund recipient Surbhi Luthra sits on a health sector board and fell into governance but says it’s her way of giving back. Board composition Diversity Not for profits
date 15 May 2024 read time 3 min to read Powering business productivity We can improve business profitability if we try, says a trio of Kiwi experts from the banking, technology and governance sectors. Innovation Productivity
date 15 May 2024 read time 8 min to read Think, act, thrive – 2024 Leadership Conference Stop talking about the challenges of complexity and put your thinking caps on, attendees at the IoD Leadership Conference were told. AI Climate change
date 14 May 2024 read time 6 min to read Check your privilege A Canadian case raises issues of legal privilege when dealing with a privacy breach. Privacy
date 14 May 2024 read time 1 min to read What I’m Reading – Tony Pervan What are the traits of the top CEOs in the world? Find out more, including why it’s important to push the envelope at the board table. Leadership
OPINION date 09 May 2024 read time 3 min to read IMHO: Boards, don’t just wait for the axe to fall Many community organisation board members need to step up their strategic thinking – especially those reliant on government contracts. Not for profits Strategic thinking
date 09 May 2024 read time 3 min to read Putting privacy on the boardroom table Ignorance is not a legal defence under the Privacy Act, so make sure you understand your obligations. Privacy
date 08 May 2024 read time 3 min to read A board’s worst nightmare, and the ramifications All school boards urged to examine safety policy after Whangārei Boys' High School board charged over student death on caving trip. Health and safety Sponsored
date 03 May 2024 read time 2 min to read GNDI board performance evaluation guidelines The GNDI Board Performance Evaluation Guidelines provide global insights that boards can use when approaching their next board evaluation. Board evaluation
date 02 May 2024 read time 2 min to read Evolving letters with a “sting” in the tail BlackRock’s Chair and CEO Larry Fink’s letters to investors have evolved since 2012, resulting in challenges from activists and Texas.
date 02 May 2024 read time 1 min to read AI resources for boards As the role of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to expand within organisations, boards play a key role in shaping its integration. AI Innovation
date 02 May 2024 read time 4 min to read What I’m reading – Kevin Jenkins Disruption, the rise of social media and some governance horror stories feature in this week's must-read. Director duties Disruption Future of work
date 24 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read More than good intentions Scholarship recipient and Chair of Pregnancy Help, Rachel Vicars MInstD, says finance course gave her confidence to ask questions. Director duties Financial reporting Not for profits
date 24 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read The Economic Power of Gender Equality Research shows that diversity and equal roles for women delivers better results for people, for the planet and for profits. Climate change Diversity
date 19 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Governance wisdom from Australia Australia’s governance challenges differ from ours and their context is changing. A recent visit provided some new insights.
date 19 Apr 2024 read time 4 min to read What I’m reading – Hetty Van Hale This week Hetty Van Hale MInstD shares what she describes as a frightening and compelling book about machine intelligence.
date 19 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Impressions of the first Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Statements-missed opportun... New Zealand’s climate change targets are under review and the Climate Change Commission is seeking feedback on more ambitious targets and… Climate change
date 16 Apr 2024 read time 1 min to read Insights from Māori directors Is progress being made on fair remuneration for directors in the Māori economy?
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 5 min to read Prospering despite ‘poor’ productivity New Zealand’s productivity is one of the worst among developed economies, but are we really that bad?
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 4 min to read Enabling productivity: the board’s key roles Two senior directors share their perspectives on productivity.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 4 min to read ‘Where is our ambition?’ We need to empower businesses to reach for the stars, says David Downs CMInstD
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Fresh thinking needed in the face of global megatrends Regulatory stability and a common purpose are good for business and good for society.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Moving with the times Dairy farmers are embracing technology to increase productivity and improve sustainability.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read The hot potato – getting the price right Horticulture New Zealand has a goal to double exports, but it also has a responsibility to feed the country.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Labour market dynamics – is it time to exhale? There is no time to rest with boards needing to be smarter in analysing trends.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 6 min to read Pruning for growth – how to optimise performance and productivity Continuous and targeted pruning allows resource to be focused more sharply on key priorities.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 4 min to read Holistic approach is key to measuring productivity The Productivity Commission’s demise does not mean we should abandon its work. Sponsored
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Bold business can power productivity A new report says just one per cent growth would set the country on a more prosperous path. Sponsored
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Seismic shift in climate risk The narrative around New Zealand risk for the reinsurance market has shifted from earthquakes, to earthquakes and extreme weather.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 9 min to read Age-old problem By the end of this decade nearly a quarter of Kiwis will be 65 or over. Will the aged care sector be able to cope?
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 7 min to read What is ‘best practice’? Boards must learn at a rate faster than the rate of change – and strive for yet better and more effective best practice.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 5 min to read How to confront ‘your ordinary’ Many of us aspire to great things, says Mike Bennetts CMInstD, but there is a gate you need to go through.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Putting people first People issues can be a significant blind spot for boards. Help is at hand with a new capability framework.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 1 min to read Building a better world Scholarship Fund winner Sophie South MInstD is looking to expand her governance horizons.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Investing in succession The MTF board is bringing on shareholder/owners in a programme to improve future governance and smooth succession.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 5 min to read Problem solving – and the Mainzeal connection Peter Menzies DistFInstD says he is proud of the construction company’s successes in its early years.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 5 min to read Weaving academia with governance A solid understanding of New Zealand’s constitution and legal framework serves Jacinta Ruru CMInstD well in the boardroom.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 4 min to read Focusing his energy on the community Wharerimu Iraia MInstD leaves the high-flying world behind to drive local projects and serve Westland.
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Crafting a tax system for the good of society How do we create a system that encourages innovation and investment while balancing social responsibility? Sponsored
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Cybercrime and the board: An issue that affects everyone differently From data breaches to deepfake scams, directors need to wake up to the threat landscape. Sponsored
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 4 min to read Navigating permacrisis and embracing uncertainty Boards must cultivate specific characteristics and skills, and act as catalysts for change. Sponsored
date 11 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read How data deluge disrupts decision-making – and what leaders can do Rather than drive a positive impact, data may inadvertently hamper organisational growth and performance. Sponsored
date 09 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Geneva-bound director sings CDC praises Marc Rivers shares how he found the Institute of Directors Company Directors’ Course a valuable experience. Leadership
date 04 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read Lessons from a listed company director: Susan Peterson There are always surprises says Susan Peterson, who is on the boards of Vista, Mercury, Xero, Craigs Investment Partners and Arvida. Board meetings
date 04 Apr 2024 read time 4 min to read ‘Just start trading’: how to open the door to India Keynote speaker Dr Reuben Abraham gives a taste of what to expect at the IoD’s Leadership Conference in May. Trade
date 04 Apr 2024 read time 2 min to read Directors’ fees on the move? Economic volatility is likely to be driving movement in directors’ fees.
date 04 Apr 2024 read time 2 min to read Truthfulness in company operations: ASIC insights Australian Securities and Investment Commission active against investments misrepresenting ESG attributes. Climate change ESG
date 04 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read What I’m reading – Vincent Pooch Cantabrian Vincent Pooch CFInstD shares what he refers to as an inspiring strategy book that every director should own.
date 03 Apr 2024 read time 3 min to read ANZCO Foods CE finds real value in Company Directors’ Course ANZCO Foods CE finds real value in Institute of Director's Company Directors’ Course. CEOs
date 27 Mar 2024 read time 1 min to read NACD resources on AI and Board Governance Equipping directors with practical AI governance resources for informed decision-making. AI Resource
date 26 Mar 2024 read time 1 min to read IoD recognises six new Distinguished Fellows IoD recognises six new Distinguished Fellows with experience across diverse industries including health, sport, agri-business and more.