Governance in Focus: 2026 Roadshow

Workshop

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Speaker(s): Herman Visagie, Susan Cuthbert
Date: 5:00pm — 7:30pm, 17 September 2026
Venue: The Tauranga Club
Location: The Tauranga Club, Devonport Towers, Level 5, 72 Devonport Road, Tauranga
Price: $0.00 incl GST

Overview

The annual Governance in Focus Roadshow is your once-a-year opportunity to explore the key issues directors need to be across. Together, we'll unpack the latest legislative developments, topical governance issues and emerging trends shaping governance practice, and most importantly, what they mean for you as a director.    

This year's roadshow combines a governance update with an interactive workshop, giving you the opportunity to hear the IoD's perspective on the issues that matter most, explore the practical implications with Governance Leadership Centre experts, and discuss the challenges and opportunities with fellow directors. More than an update, this event is designed to help you understand what matters, why it matters, and how to highlight it in your governance practice.    

The Governance Leadership Centre is the IoD's trusted centre of governance expertise. We bring together research, global best practice and the practical experience of directors to provide practical, relevant guidance and thought leadership that helps directors navigate today's governance challenges.   

Exclusive to IoD members and complimentary to attend, this event is a valuable opportunity to stay informed, connect with peers and strengthen your governance practice. 

Herman Visagie 

MInstD 

As General Manager of the Governance Leadership Centre and Registrar, Herman leads the organisation’s research, advocacy, policy agenda, and governance support for directors and boards. Prior to joining the Institute, Herman held executive level and governance roles across the private, not-for -profit, and public sectors. 

Previous roles include CEO of Telecommunications Dispute Resolution Limited, General Counsel at the Real Estate Authority, and Executive General Counsel, Chief of Staff, and Company Secretary roles at TSB Bank.

He has held a number of governance roles, including Chair of the Finance, Audit, and Risk Committee for the Law Society of New Zealand, and has supported a governance education and improvement processes for organisations in NZ and the wider region in the areas of strategy, risk management, and organisational design.   

Susan Cuthbert

MInstD

Susan is a qualified lawyer with extensive experience in governance, legal and strategic policy roles across local and central government, private and not-for-profit sectors. As Principal Advisor at the Institute of Directors, she provides expert governance advice and plays a key role in monitoring emerging trends and challenges in governance, including areas such as directors duties and artificial intelligence.

Susan has led significant governance reforms and strategic initiatives, particularly in complex political environments. She brings a well-rounded, grounded perspective from her senior roles in regulatory development and as in-house counsel, with experience spanning the water sector, energy and mental health services.

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