type Article date 06/10/25 Staying curious: Erica Seville on the art of governance The Public Sector Director of the Year 2025 shares how she approaches trust, leadership and learning in the boardroom. Public sector Purpose
type Article date 06/10/25 Trust deficit: what it means for directors in government Public trust is declining and boards are under scrutiny. Directors must govern not only for performance, but also for credibility. Public sector Transparency
type Article date 03/10/25 What shifting gender attitudes mean for your boardroom Slipping equality in leadership risks shrinking the talent pipeline – hurting boards’ competitiveness if action isn’t taken. Diversity Leadership
type Article date 03/10/25 A radicalised threat to your data, business and customers Could a disgruntled employee steal cyber secrets from your company? Cyber security
type Article date 03/10/25 Pulse check: Economic flatline worries directors Directors expect interest rate cuts, unstable inflation and an uncertain recovery ahead.
type Article date 01/10/25 Use it or lose it: re-register your incorporated society or risk deregistration With six months to go, now’s the time to update your constitution and protect your society’s future.
type Article date 29/09/25 Creating culture and civility in the workplace Incivility erodes trust, wellbeing and performance. Directors who embed civility protect their people and their licence to operate. Wellbeing
type Article date 26/09/25 What I’m reading – Gracie MacKinlay From beehives to boardrooms, Gracie MacKinlay MInstD on imposter syndrome, AI dilemmas and lessons from a failed $9 billion startup. What I'm Reading
type Article date 24/09/25 School boards are teams, not personal agendas New school board members need a clear induction, shared goals and collective decision-making to govern effectively. Board meetings Schools
type Article date 24/09/25 Espionage is an emerging vulnerability for New Zealand companies Foreign states will be keeping a close eye on sectors of the economy that incorporate scientific and technological innovation. Cyber security Trade
type Article date 22/09/25 Leadership Conference ‘We are human first, before we are directors’ What happens when directors feel safe to speak – and challenge? Leadership
type Article date 22/09/25 LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE Judgement at the heart of governance: hard lessons from corporate crises Joe Aston tells directors that ignoring red flags and over-relying on CEOs leaves boards exposed. CEOs Leadership
type Article date 22/09/25 Leadership Conference Boards that adapt: trust, ambition and humanity in practice From execution discipline to human-centred leadership, here’s how boards can lift performance and create long-term value.
type Article date 22/09/25 Leadership Conference Boards in the age of grievance: leading when trust is fragile Edelman’s global research warns directors to act with courage, empathy and clarity. Leadership
type Article date 22/09/25 Leadership Conference Entry to impact: making your mark in the first 90 days Your board seat is earned. Now here’s how to make it count. Leadership
type Article date 22/09/25 Leadership Conference David Kirk: leading a board of strangers Inside New Zealand Rugby’s governance reset: building trust, setting board values early and balancing community with commercial. Board composition Leadership
type Article date 22/09/25 Leadership Conference Contribution over comfort: the mindset of a high-performing chair Dame Rosanne Meo, George Adams and Marama Royal on leading boards with courage, conviction and meaningful connection. Chairing Leadership
type Article date 22/09/25 Leadership Conference Boards that win: Bowen Pan’s challenge to directors Ambition, pace and relentless execution are essential if New Zealand companies are to scale globally and lift Aotearoa’s future growth. Decision making Leadership
type Article date 19/09/25 LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE Trust, technology and talent: key themes from the 2025 Leadership Conference Courageous chairing, demographic change and the challenge of leading new boards are reshaping effective governance in Aotearoa New Zealand. Leadership
type Article date 19/09/25 HSE Global Lead the way: why boards must prioritise workplace health and safety Despite repeated calls for change, workplace harm still costs $5.4 billion a year. Directors are urged to lead from the front line. From our sponsors Health and safety
type Article date 18/09/25 LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE Christopher Luxon to directors: lead at the speed of change At the IoD Leadership Conference, the Prime Minister calls on directors to lead strategically on technology, performance and productivity. Leadership
type Article date 18/09/25 IMHO: Rewriting the rules: governing with grace Why are women leaders pushing themselves beyond exhaustion and is it time to face the truth and break the mould?
type Article date 18/09/25 OPINION IMHO: Learning to lead with purpose – and price What’s your service worth? Dr Stephven Kolose reflects on value, contribution and learning to say no in the boardroom.
type Article date 18/09/25 The importance of shared spaces – and being heard Are boards truly making space for new voices – and how do relational aspects help create stronger governance?
type Article date 17/09/25 Governance insights from the Directors’ Fees Report 2025-26 The median fee for non-executive directors was up but downward pressure remains on fees in general. Board composition Diversity
type Article date 17/09/25 OPINION IMHO: Bringing culture into code – Why AI governance must be culturally competen... Embedding Māori perspectives in AI is not optional – it’s essential to trusted, ethical governance in Aotearoa. AI Te Ao Māori
type Article date 16/09/25 How you communicate can make or break the boardroom What we say – and how we say it – can shape boardroom culture. Linguist Dr Meredith Marra explains why communication styles matter.
type Article date 15/09/25 OPINION IMHO: Anchored by purpose, lifted by community Tautua Pasifika mentees left their first session feeling inspired, equipped – and part of something bigger. Diversity Health and safety
type Article date 10/09/25 Better a good vacancy than a bad appointment The sudden and very public departure of Nestlé CEO Laurent Freixe highlights the importance of getting the appointment right. CEOs Governance failures
type Article date 09/09/25 Boards urged to ‘join dots’ on safety and productivity Workplace harm cost $5.4 billion in 2024. Injuries are down, but time off per injury has doubled over the past decade, says new report. Health and safety Leadership
type Article date 09/09/25 Governing with integrity: John Ryan on public sector challenges The former Auditor-General says boards are accountable not only for performance but for maintaining the public’s trust. Accountability Public sector Stakeholders
type Article date 08/09/25 OPINION IMHO: Putting Pacific worker safety on the governance agenda As a Pacific trailblazer in ergonomics, Dr Kolose is shaping safer workplaces through board leadership. Diversity Health and safety
type Article date 05/09/25 Director fees up but satisfaction falls High workloads and personal risk are undermining the feel-good factor of a small median rise, the latest Directors’ Fees Report shows. Board composition Diversity
type Article date 05/09/25 From subsidy to stake: Washington’s quiet ESG paradox Washington decries ESG, then buys 10% of Intel to lock in jobs, security and chip factories. Industrial policy now comes with equity. ESG
type Article date 05/09/25 Trust under pressure, but not beyond repair How can boards lead with purpose in a complex world that wants them to speak up?
type Article date 04/09/25 Bowen Pan: Boards are key to building successes that can shift a country’s traje... Why New Zealand boards need to shift from compliance to growth. Innovation
type Article date 04/09/25 Global due diligence is redefining market access Supply chain expectations are shifting – boards must ensure organisations meet evolving standards, even if they do not export directly. Due diligence Supply chains Trade
type Article date 04/09/25 OPINION IMHO: Demography and destiny – Five strategic imperatives for directors Population trends are reshaping talent, markets and strategy – boards must act with foresight. Diversity
type Article date 03/09/25 When GST and PAYE go unpaid: The governance red flags for directors Tax governance isn’t optional – it’s central to solvency, reputation and director duties. Director duties Liability
type Article date 03/09/25 OPINION IMHO: When everything looks like a nail – AI and the art of strategic thinking The real risk isn’t AI failure – it’s inaction. Culture, not code, drives adoption. AI
type Article date 02/09/25 What I’m Reading – Gina Mills What rugby can teach boards: smart playmaking, sharp comms and a culture where everyone’s set to thrive. What I'm Reading
type Article date 02/09/25 Our success is in our succession Recruitment and renewal sit at the heart of NFP boards. Succession must go beyond shoulder-tapping to keep organisations future fit. Not for profits Succession Planning
type Article date 27/08/25 The real test for boards: productivity Dame Rosanne Meo DistFInstD says New Zealand is facing its toughest governance context in decades, with productivity the most urgent issue. Productivity
type Article date 27/08/25 From trend to transformation: the rise of advisory boards Advisory boards are helping reshape governance. The Certified Chair™ Executive Program builds capability to lead this transformation.
type Article date 21/08/25 OPINION IMHO: If AI becomes everything, what does that mean for governance? Boards must act now to govern AI as a strategic force shaping risk, value and how organisations adapt. AI
type Article date 21/08/25 M&A on the horizon: What directors need to watch Boards face both opportunity and risk as M&A momentum builds in key sectors. Decision making Future-proofing
type Article date 20/08/25 What I’m Reading – Raymond Tan Exploring how boards can clarify their role, avoid micromanagement and create value – with lessons from Boards That Lead. What I'm Reading
type Article date 19/08/25 Dentons Directors in the firing line for environmental non-compliance Directors have been found personally liable, alongside their companies, for breaching Resource Management Act enforcement orders. Accountability Director duties From our sponsors
type Article date 14/08/25 Closing the pay gap: From perception to action in boardrooms Most organisations collect gender data – far fewer act on it. Public sector Remuneration
type Article date 08/08/25 DENTONS Health and safety legal update – further uncertainty for directors Court decisions and regulatory reform are changing the health and safety governance landscape. From our sponsors Health and safety
type Article date 08/08/25 Governance news bites – 8 August 2025 A collection of governance-related news you might have missed in the past two weeks. Health and safety
type Article date 08/08/25 Building future-ready boards Governing bodies must lift their capability to meet rising risks. Here’s why they should invest – and what’s standing in their way. Board evaluation
type Article date 07/08/25 Titan tragedy shows the danger of dominant CEOs From Titan to Qantas, unchecked power exposes governance flaws. Boards must question, challenge and hold CEOs to account. CEOs Governance failures
type Article date 06/08/25 Too many hats, too few heads? In the quest for specialists, don’t lose sight of your broader governance literacy and collective board responsibility. Board composition
type Article date 06/08/25 Rakon board battle shows growth in shareholder activism Shareholder unrest is a reminder that the value of governance is in leading growth, not just overseeing it. Shareholders Stakeholders
type Article date 01/08/25 Global audit insights: converging risks and what directors must know The pace and complexity of risk is accelerating, with AI, cyber threats, geopolitics and sustainability reshaping board oversight. AI Audit Cyber security
type Article date 31/07/25 Action over anxiety: why climate-conscious boards are on safer legal ground Daniel Street urges directors to prioritise climate governance – and not be paralysed by fear of litigation. Climate change
type Article date 30/07/25 Fee range widened for Crown entity boards The Government has increased the fee ranges for the boards of Crown entities and related organisations. Public sector
type Article date 29/07/25 KPMG How to swim: Governance lessons for new water boards As water reforms roll out, new CCO boards face immediate pressure to govern funding, compliance and infrastructure risks. From our sponsors Public sector
type Article date 29/07/25 Agility, values and purpose drive good public sector governance Experienced in water services, energy and forestry governance, Brendon Green shares how boards can help deliver ‘Local Water Done Well’. Public sector Purpose
type Article date 25/07/25 Coldplay kiss cam: When private conduct becomes a governance risk A viral scandal shows why boards must prepare for reputation-led crises – and ensure culture, conduct and CEO oversight are robust. Crisis management Privacy
type Article date 25/07/25 Governance news bites – 25 July A collection of governance-related news you might have missed in the past two weeks. AI Privacy
type Article date 25/07/25 The wolf at the door: Is complacency the real risk? Investor calm won’t last forever. Could muted reactions to tariffs set the stage for major trade shocks?
type Article date 24/07/25 KORDIA Communication key as Qantas navigates cyber breach turbulence Boards should take note of how effectively Qantas has reacted to its recent cybersecurity breach. Crisis management Cyber security From our sponsors
type Article date 24/07/25 Light on rules, heavy on responsibility: AI and the board’s role The Government’s AI plan favours flexibility. Boards now carry the weight of ensuring ethical, strategic and safe use of AI. AI
type Article date 24/07/25 MARSH Economic pressure, climate risks and AI: What’s driving D&O claims Our latest D&O insurance report reveals how insolvencies, ESG demands and tech risks are reshaping directors’ liability. AI Climate change Insurance
type Article date 23/07/25 OPINION IMHO: AI in the boardroom: All spin or a brave new world? From speeding up reporting to reshaping decision-making, here’s what boards need to know now. AI
type Article date 22/07/25 Keeping the board on track: lessons from the driver’s seat Like an F1 race, governance moves fast. George Adams CFInstD shares the instincts that set great chairs apart. Board dynamics Chairing Leadership
type Article date 11/07/25 Governance news bites – 11 July A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. AI Climate change Trade
type Article date 11/07/25 What public sector boards can teach emerging directors Navigating risk, reputation and accountability – Ange Nash MInstD shares what she’s learned from working with experienced directors. Member profiles Public sector
type Article date 11/07/25 Liquidation nation: A governance wake-up call for directors As liquidations surge, New Zealand directors must understand insolvency risks, duties and options – here’s what they need to know. Director duties Liability
type Article date 10/07/25 What I’m Reading – Jess Kumar Emerging director Jess Kumar MInstD shares how reading helps her build perspective, ask better questions and lead with confidence. What I'm Reading
type Article date 10/07/25 A seat at the water table Water is too important to leave to chance. It demands clarity, consistency and competence – and that starts at the governance table. Decision making Leadership Public sector
type Article date 09/07/25 Calm seas don’t make good sailors As global trade becomes more fragmented, directors must adapt risk governance and strategy to meet a new era of disruption. Leadership Supply chains
type Article date 09/07/25 ‘Shadow AI’ signals a new digital blind spot Unmanaged AI use is creating hidden risks. Boards must act now to bring shadow AI into view — and under governance. AI Cyber security
type Article date 27/06/25 Governance news bites – 27 June A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. Cyber security Transparency
type Article date 27/06/25 Economic optimism rises, but long-term challenges remain Directors see signs of recovery, but productivity challenges and capital constraints continue to demand strategic focus. Productivity
type Article date 27/06/25 Steering clear of storms: Hard lessons for New Zealand boards Good governance isn’t just structure – it’s vigilance, swift adaptability and tough capital calls in uncertain economic waters. Board evaluation
type Article date 26/06/25 Economic ‘green shoots’ are real, say directors More than half see signs of recovery, but only 30% have budgeted for improved performance, according to our latest Pulse Check.
type Article date 26/06/25 OPINION IMHO: What directors need to unlearn Letting go of operational habits, embracing discomfort and building reflective practice can support a successful shift into governance.
type Article date 26/06/25 The sources of global economic uncertainty Structural shifts could reshape the global economy, upending strategies and testing business leaders’ long-term decision-making.
type Article date 24/06/25 What I’m reading – Stefan Speller Director Stefan Speller shares why Patrick Lencioni’s leadership fable remains a go-to read for navigating dysfunction at the board table. Board dynamics What I'm Reading
type Article date 24/06/25 Seize the power The lower unit costs of self-generated electricity will save your business money, if you do it right. Climate change
type Article date 17/06/25 Built to last: Infrastructure governance needs a hard reset NZ is ‘sweating’ its infrastructure beyond design life. A new report says the fix lies not just in engineering, but in governance. Climate change
type Article date 13/06/25 Governance news bites – 13 June A collection of governance-related news you might have missed in the past two weeks. CEOs Compliance Diversity
type Article date 13/06/25 Trump vs a United ASEAN By spurring cooperation among ASEAN countries, U.S. tariffs could bring about a more prosperous and resilient grouping. Trade
type Article date 12/06/25 Ethics on the edge: How New Zealand directors can lead with integrity Leading with conscience, not just compliance – governance must evolve to keep pace with today’s ethical risks. Diversity
type Article date 12/06/25 Why inclusion belongs in the boardroom Pride Month is a reminder that LGBTQIA+ inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good governance. Leadership
type Article date 12/06/25 KPMG Investment boost – game changer for business or white elephant? Significant benefit to some businesses is likely. To others, less so. Audit From our sponsors
type Article date 11/06/25 Cultivating courage: Psychological safety in the boardroom Do you feel safe enough to be brave? Diversity
type Article date 09/06/25 Time to recognise the invisible asset One million Kiwis volunteer each year – yet many boards still don’t quantify or track their contribution. That needs to change. Not for profits
type Article date 06/06/25 Keeping a human in the AI loop The power of inclusion in training AI to avoid bias. AI Diversity
type Article date 06/06/25 OPINION IMHO: Emotion, aggression or just plain talking? Different styles of communicating can have positive or negative outcomes. Find out why women in leadership face a constant balancing act. Board dynamics Leadership
type Article date 30/05/25 Look beyond ‘what comes next’, James Shaw tells directors Former Minister for Climate Change outlines global, environmental and tech forces shaping board decisions in the decade ahead. Climate change Supply chains
type Article date 30/05/25 Governance news bites – 30 May A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. ESG Supply chains
type Article date 29/05/25 Dentons AI in the boardroom: balancing efficiency with prudence Directors who rely on AI outputs without proper oversight risk exposing themselves to personal liability. AI From our sponsors
type Article date 29/05/25 A Mar-a-Lago Accord could break $US Whereas previous efforts to depreciate the dollar merely failed, the Trump administration's effort could backfire catastrophically. Trade
type Article date 29/05/25 What I'm reading – Rowena Davenport This week's review explores boardroom culture, the importance of open and honest conversations, and why discomfort is necessary for change. Leadership What I'm Reading
type Article date 28/05/25 Why independent chairs matter for water governance Independent chairs bring expertise and impartiality to in-house water business units, strengthening governance and public trust. Chairing Public sector
type Article date 28/05/25 Courage, connection and authenticity: Leadership lessons from the front line Leadership doesn’t live in models or mission statements – it lives in experience, says Dr Ellen Joan Ford. Leadership
