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Teen at the table

At 19 Hunaara Waerehu is our youngest member.

• Diversity
• Te Ao Māori

Be aware of cartel behaviour and penalties

A cartel case in Australia has resulted in prison time for those involved.

• Conduct
• Director duties

IMHO: Charities Act reform – where to for social enterprise?

Social enterprises sit at the intersection of business and philanthropy.

• Not for profits

IMHO: Charities Act Changes – helpful or hurtful?

The response to proposed changes to the Charities Act has been mixed.

• Compliance
• Not for profits
• Transparency

Māori leader Amokura Panoho led negotiations with Crown over Parihaka invasion

Tribal leadership is defined not only by whakapapa but by the obligation of those in leadership roles to look after their people.

• Long-termism
• Te Ao Māori

IMHO: Is the incorporated societies model right for your organisation?

Changes to the Act focus on improving the governance framework of incorporated societies. 

• Not for profits

Taurua Grant - stepping into governance

Taurua Grant MInstD is the recipient of the Te Moana a Toi – Kaitohu-Taura Award 2022.

• Not for profits
• Te Ao Māori

Financial institutions driving a quiet revolution

What will the impacts be on other businesses and organisations?

• Climate change

The board's oversight of climate change

A guide to help boards improve their oversight of climate risk and opportunity.

• Long-termism

IoD Chartered Members are forward thinking

Pushing for equity reinforces the spirit of partnership The importance of inclusion, cultural diversity and New Zealand’s commitment to…

• Board composition
• Diversity

Submission on Modern Slavery

IoD has submitted on MBIE’s set of proposals to help prevent modern slavery and worker exploitation.

• ESG
• Ethics
• Human rights

Queen’s Birthday Honours 2022

The Institute of Directors congratulates members who have received honours in recognition of the contribution made in their respective…

IMHO: Where are the risks in your digital project?

Four areas of risk to consider that are more particular to digital projects.

• Innovation
• Purpose

IMHO: Four reasons not-for-profit governance is hard

NFPs lack crucial feedback loops that are a natural feature of commercial operations.

• Not for profits
• Productivity
• Purpose

Manawatū man's wealth of experience in the boardroom

Carl Bates is one of the youngest New Zealanders ever to be awarded a Chartered Fellowship of the Institute of Directors.

Reopening the immigration discussion

Reopening borders will not be a cure for New Zealand’s sub-par productivity rating, says a new report by the Productivity Commission.

• Productivity
• Talent

The Technical Series: Directors & Officers (D&O) Liability

An introduction to Directors and Officers liability insurance with Carien Ahdar, Marsh NZ. 

• Insurance
• Liability

The Technical Series: MBIE

Oversee ethical and sustainable work practices and supply chains. 

• ESG
• Ethics

Two business leaders recognised with Institute of Directors’ highest accolade

David Caygill and Ken Williamson have been named Distinguished Fellows of the IoD.

The Technical Series: NZX

Update on relevant policy initiatives being undertaken by NZX in 2022, including the current review of the NZX Corporate Governance Code.

• Financial reporting
• NZX
• Reporting frameworks