type Leadership date 23/10/25 What rising acceptance of violence means for boards In a time of heightened division, directors must act as custodians of civility – trust, stability and effective governance depend on it.
type Climate date 22/10/25 IMHO: 880 million-year-old manufacturer seeks partnerships Nature is your supply chain’s supply chain – and it’s time to invest in your most valuable asset.
type Media release date 22/10/25 IoD welcomes climate reporting reform that removes personal liability for direct... Changes announced by Minister Scott Simpson aim to make climate reporting more proportionate and support better governance. Climate change Liability
type Board practices date 22/10/25 How far is too far? Balancing ambition and culture in the boardroom Bowen Pan’s call to “execute relentlessly” at the IoD conference sparks debate on driving performance without compromising culture. Leadership
type Board practices date 21/10/25 Value for money at heart of Government Procurement Rules The fifth edition of the Government Procurement Rules has been published and the new Rules come into effect on 1 December 2025. Public sector
type Finance date 17/10/25 Is the global economy as resilient as it looks? Despite steady global growth, rising debt, political gridlock and trade tensions suggest resilience may soon be tested.
type Climate date 17/10/25 Coffee, jeans and ‘woke’ capitalism The globally renowned Michael Kobori is coming down under to talk up sustainability.
type Leadership date 16/10/25 Trust with teeth: managing chair-CEO tension for performance Behind every high-functioning board lies a dynamic that shapes decisions, sharpens oversight and builds strategic clarity. CEOs Chairing Leadership
type Leadership date 16/10/25 Former Prime Minister Jim Bolger DistFInstD remembered as a ‘towering figure’ A long-serving member of the Institute of Directors, Bolger is being remembered for his leadership in politics and governance. Leadership
type What I'm reading date 15/10/25 What I’m Reading – Daniel Tulloch A fresh take on strategy, sharper questions and why boards should embed learning – not just oversight – into their governance rhythm. What I'm Reading
type Board practices date 15/10/25 The road ahead: reform, risk and resilience for boards Economic fragility and regulatory change dominate – directors must lead with foresight and confidence. Compliance
type Director duties date 14/10/25 MARSH Five global risks New Zealand directors should be watching New guidance from Marsh on building organisational resilience in response to rising economic, climate and tech-related risks. Climate change From our sponsors
type Director duties date 13/10/25 Safe at home? Not directors, not this year Many New Zealand directors say they have faced similar threats at home as Winston Peters. Health and safety
type Sectors & perspectives date 13/10/25 Beyond business as usual: how boards govern reform Change demands new skills, stronger alignment and clarity of role as directors guide entities through complex public sector reform. Public sector
type Sectors & perspectives 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 Sectors & perspectives 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 Sectors & perspectives 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 & inclusion Leadership
type Digital 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 Finance date 03/10/25 Pulse check: Economic flatline worries directors Directors expect interest rate cuts, unstable inflation and an uncertain recovery ahead.
type Director duties 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. Not-for-profit governance
type Leadership 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 What I'm reading 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 Board practices 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 Digital 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 Leadership 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 Leadership 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 Leadership 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. Leadership
type Leadership 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 Leadership 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 Board practices 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 Leadership 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 Leadership 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 Leadership 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 Director duties 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 Leadership 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 IMHO date 18/09/25 OPINION 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 IMHO 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 Leadership 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 Finance 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 & inclusion
type IMHO 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 Māori governance
