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Here you will find the latest media coverage from the IoD along with various news items that may be of interest. For all queries relating to IoD media coverage please contact Nicola O'Sullivan, PR & Communications Executive, +353 1 411 0010, +353 86 603 4044 or nosullivan@iodireland.ie

Directing the future - InBusiness/Chambers Ireland Magazine

31 August 2010

Maura Quinn, Chief Executive of the Institute of Directors, reflects on her time as Head of UNICEF Ireland and talks about her new role and the future for directors in Ireland.

Non-exec roles in SMEs - Irish Times Innovation Magazine

27 August 2010

Non-executive directors play a hugely important role in business and have a lot to offer to SMEs. Maura Quinn, IoD Chief Executive speaks to Irish Times Innovation about the role of the non-executive director.

Exercising entrepreneurial spirit in a recession - Regional Coverage

07 July 2010

Bobby Kerr of Insomnia Coffee Company and Kevin Neary of GameStop Group are two of Ireland’s leading entrepreneurs and at a recent address to the Institute of Directors in Ireland, of which both are members, they outlined some useful tips for entrepreneurs to cope with the downturn.

Institute sees massive 66pc rise in revenue for 2009 - Irish Independent

03 July 2010

The IoD attracted revenues of more than €1.2m last year, well up on its 2008 income, reports the Irish Independent.

Irish Times Friday Interview with IoD Chief Executive, Maura Quinn

02 July 2010

Taking the direct approach: Maura Quinn is the subject of today's Irish Times Friday Interview by Laura Slattery.

Leading Ireland to recovery - Accounting & Business Magazine

01 July 2010

The role of directors in a sustained economic recovery is pivotal, according to Maura Quinn, IoD Chief Executive.

Entrepreneurs in a Recession - Breakfast on Newstalk

25 June 2010

Two of Ireland's leading entrepreneurs and members of the Institute of Directors, Bobby Kerr (Insomnia Coffee Company) and Kevin Neary (GameStop Group), speak to Conor Brophy on Breakfast on Newstalk in advance of their breakfast briefing to fellow IoD members on how entrepreneurs can navigate the downturn.

Institute of Directors in Ireland appoints three new Board members

21 June 2010

The Institute of Directors in Ireland (IoD) has appointed three new members to its Board of Directors. Tom Byrne, Liam Daniel and Heather Ann McSharry were all formally elected to the Institute’s Board at its Annual General Meeting.

Recovery & the Role of the Director - Accountancy Plus Magazine

17 June 2010

Following a period of prolonged economic difficulty, Maura Quinn, Chief Executive of the Institute of Directors in Ireland, highlights how directors can play their part in leading Ireland out of this difficulty and drive recovery.

Irish Times Business Podcast with IoD Chief Executive

03 June 2010

IoD Chief Executive, Maura Quinn, speak to Irish Times Assistant Business Editor, John Collins, on recent research conducted with IoD members examining their views on political leadership and business sentiment. The podcast also features a discussion on corporate governance and the importance of director training.

Directors flag lack of confidence in current Government but a change of leadership not the solution

01 June 2010

Recent independent research conducted by Behaviour & Attitudes on behalf of the Institute of Directors in Ireland (IoD) among its members, has found that over half (54%) of those directors surveyed believe the Government does not have sufficient understanding of the current economic situation to resolve it.

Solvency II will change boardroom code for insurance firms - Finance Magazine

31 May 2010

Maura Quinn, chief executive of the Institute of Directors, looks at the range of new corporate governance requirments for the insurance industry.

IoD North-South Dinner 2010

21 May 2010

IoD calls for closer North-South cooperation. Ann Riordan, President of the IoD in Ireland, said: "Cooperation between North and South will be a key factor in strengthening our economies."

The Green Economy

14 May 2010

International experts discuss the opportunities presented by the Green Economy at a leadership event in Dublin.

Mapping the golden circle

14 May 2010

In the period 2005-2007, a network of 39 people held positions in 33 of the 40 top private companies and state-owned bodies. Between them, these 39 – referred to as the Director Network in TASC’s report – held a total of 93 directorships.

New rules proposed for loans to credit institution directors and senior management

13 May 2010

The Central Bank and Financial Regulator today issued a public consultation on lending to related parties by banks and building societies (credit institutions). Consultation Paper CP43 on Code on Related Party Lending outlines proposals to introduce a statutory code of practice in relation to lending by banks and building societies to directors, senior management, persons connected to those individuals, shareholders or entities in which the credit institution has a significant shareholding.

Good governance essential in business - IoD member interview

06 May 2010

Stan Buckley, IoD member and graduate of the Chartered Director programme, speaks to the Anglo Celt about the importance of director training and good corporate governance.

IoD Chief Executive discusses FR consultation paper - Down to Business on Newstalk

01 May 2010

Maura Quinn, IoD Chief Executive, discusses CP41, FR consultation paper on corporate governance, with Mark Mortell on Newstalk's Down to Business.

Institute of Directors in Ireland welcomes announcement by Financial Regulator

27 April 2010

The Institute of Directors in Ireland (IoD) has welcomed the FR consultation paper on corporate governance standards for the finance sector. View the media coverage by following the link below.

PwC launches 2010 Tax Facts

27 April 2010

PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ireland’s largest professional services firm, today launches its Tax Facts 2010. This is its 26th anniversary publication.

The Future of Financial Regulation - Speech by Matthew Elderfield

22 April 2010

Matthew Elderfield, Head of Financial Regulation, yesterday addressed members of the financial services industry at the Financial Services Ireland Conference. The focus was on the future of financial regulation in Ireland.

Regulator tells boards to raise their game

15 April 2010

Matthew Elderfield, Head of Financial Regulation, yesterday addressed the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Economic and Regulatory Affairs. He plans to address the serious corporate governance failures at financial institutions.

IoD President - Irish Independent Interview

08 April 2010

The Irish Independent business interview with Ann Riordan, IoD President.

FRC consultation on proposed revisions to the Combined Code

04 April 2010

The Financial Reporting Council recently called for submissions relating to proposed revisions to the Combined Code. The Institute of Directors in Ireland took part in the consultation process.

IoD Chief Executive - Down to Business on Newstalk

03 April 2010

Maura Quinn takes a seat in the Executive Chair on Newstalk's Down to Business, presented by Mark Mortell.

NSAI and IoD tackle Corporate Governance Challenges with launch of New Code of Practice

25 March 2010

Read the press coverage.

IoD Chief Executive - Sunday Business Show Today FM

14 March 2010

The Sunday Business Show review of the papers with Maura Quinn, IoD Chief Executive and Roel Van Reggel, General Manager Rabo Direct.

Shortlist for O2 Ability Awards 2010 Revealed

08 March 2010

Disability organisation, Kanchi and Telefónica O2 Ireland today announced that 38 organisations have been selected as Ability Companies and shortlisted for an O2 Ability Award.

Irish company boards can be strengthened - Business & Leadership

03 March 2010

The Institute of Directors (IoD) in Ireland has said Irish company boards can be strengthened by appropriate selection and through relevant training.

Grant Thornton Corporate Governance Review 2010

02 March 2010

This year’s Grant Thornton Corporate Governance Review of Irish plc's compliance with the Combined Code comes at a time when the Government is attempting to rebuild credibility in the Irish financial system after the banking crises of 2009.

Values to rebuild Ireland Inc - Business & Finance

25 February 2010

We must change the framework and culture of company boards to restore confidence in corporate Ireland, writes Maura Quinn.

IoD Chief Executive Profile - Sunday Business Post

21 February 2010

Maura Quinn speaks to the Sunday Business Post about her role as Chief Executive of the Institute of Directors in Ireland.

Dáil Public Accounts Committee Report February 2010

18 February 2010

Company law needs to be changed so that directors who wilfully try to avoid the payment of Fiduciary taxes, such as PRSI and PAYE, can be made personably liable, a new report by the Dáil Public Accounts Committee has recommended today.

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