Blog
Who has the authority to pull the plug?
In this article, Joseph Stephens, Director of Resilience, National Cyber Security Centre, discusses government guidance for managing cyber vulnerabilities. He highlights why boards need clear authority, preparedness and resilience when critical systems face disruption.
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Blog
Fractional Employment
In this article Margaret E. Ward, Irish Times Columnist, INED and CEO, explores the rise of fractional employment. She examines how this model offers experienced executives flexibility while giving businesses access to expertise.
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Blog
From Band-Aids to Immunity: Why Boards Must Rethink Cyber Security
In this article Cyber Security Expert Dr Valerie Lyons highlights how boards must shift from reactive cyber security fixes to continuous resilience and organisational preparedness.
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Factsheet
Beneficial Ownership Regime: Key 2026 Changes and Preparing for AMLR
The factsheet outlines key 2026 changes to Ireland’s beneficial ownership regime, including stricter public access rules and enhanced protections. It also examines forthcoming AMLR reforms, covering ownership identification, control, complex corporate structures, and reporting requirements from 2027.
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News
IoD Ireland welcomes its newest members: November 2026
IoD Ireland would like to warmly welcome the following new members who have recently joined the Institute.
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News
IoD Ireland publishes latest list of Designated Chartered Directors
IoD Ireland is delighted to publish its list of recently qualified Chartered Directors. As part of this qualification, directors and senior executives may also use the designation CDir after their name.
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Webcast
How to Use Your AI Governance Toolkit
Watch this webcast with Ger Perdisatt, AI Governance Advisor, who guides members through the IoD Ireland AI Governance Toolkit, showcasing its five practical pillars and resources.
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Webcast
Governing in an AI World
Watch this webcast with Ger Perdisatt, AI Governance Advisor, who offers members practical insights to strengthen scrutiny, sharpen decision-making and help directors approach AI governance with greater confidence.
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Blog
Lessons in governance from a career spanning public and private sectors
In this article, Jim Breslin, Chair, NED and former Secretary General, shares insights on how effective governance is less about the sector you operate in and more about understanding the context, risks and consequences of the decisions being made.
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Blog
The Educated Board: Building confidence in an age of uncertainty
In this piece, Niamh O’Reilly, Executive Director of Learning and Education at the Institute of Directors Ireland, reflects on the importance of continuous learning in navigating an evolving business environment.
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The IoD Chartered Director Programme offers a formalised qualification for directors and strategic business leaders, and ensures they have the most up to date learnings for the role and responsibilities of being a director.
It is the gold standard of director training, and IoD is the only body in Ireland that provides the full designation and recognition as a professional Chartered Director (CDir).
The IoD’s Chartered Director Programme offers a unique qualification for directors and strategic business leaders in Ireland.
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Workshop
Cyber Security and Data Protection Governance
Online Workshop
Technical Knowledge and Skills CPD
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Workshop
Chairing for Impact: Boards and Committees
Online Workshop
Governance Framework CPD
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Workshop
Strategy for Experienced Directors
Online Workshop
Creative Strategy Formulation
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Event
Permission to Proceed: The Board’s Role in Earning Public Trust
The Westbury Hotel, Dublin 2
IoD Briefing Series: Designed for Directors, sponsored by Forvis Mazars
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Event
Cyber Resilience, Governance and Board Preparedness
Aon Ireland, Fifteen George's Quay, Dublin 2
In Partnership with Aon Ireland
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Event
Corporate Reporting and Regulatory Updates
Webinar
In partnership with PwC
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As the foremost voice in the debate on improving corporate governance standards, IoD Ireland is dedicated to developing and improving the effectiveness and performance of directors and boards throughout Ireland.
