Economy and society

Director Sentiment Survey 2024

Snapshot of issues, challenges and insights from the director community in 2024.

• Climate change
• Not for profits

Directors see NZ economy on the up

Boards are positioning their organisations to take advantage of an expected economic upturn.

• From our sponsors

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

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

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

Director Sentiment Survey 2023 Launch

Watch as IoD and ASB launch the tenth edition of the Director Sentiment Survey 2023.

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

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