Blog
Budget 2027 - The Economic and Fiscal Backdrop
In this piece, Economist Jim Power examines the economic backdrop to Budget 2027. He highlights resilience, inflation pressures, global uncertainty, and key measures to watch on tax and spending.
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News
Eileen Gleeson to step down from Chartered Director role at Institute of Directors (IoD) Ireland
The Institute of Directors (IoD) Ireland has announced that Eileen Gleeson CDir will step down from her role as Programme Director for the Chartered Director Programme in Ireland at the end of this year.
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Factsheet
Navigating Shareholder Disputes: Recent Developments in Irish Law
This factsheet outlines recent legal developments affecting shareholder disputes in Ireland. It highlights key court decisions and practical considerations for companies seeking to manage shareholder relationships, protect business interests and resolve disputes effectively.
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Webcast
Succession Readiness: Preparing for a Successful Transition
Watch this webcast which explores how founder-led, family-owned and privately held businesses can prepare for successful ownership and leadership transitions.
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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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News
IoD Ireland welcomes its newest members: October 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 Members Recognised in Business Post Leadership Awards Shortlist
Several IoD Ireland members have been shortlisted for this year's Business Post Leadership Awards. The prestigious awards celebrate exceptional leadership, innovation and impact across Irish business and society.
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News
Mason Hayes & Curran LLP Announced as IoD Ireland Christmas Lunch Sponsor 2026
We are delighted to announce that Mason Hayes & Curran LLP will be our sponsor for this year's IoD Christmas Lunch 2026.
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News
Business Leaders Honoured at IoD Ireland Chartered Director Programme Graduation
Business leaders were awarded with distinction at the IoD Chartered Director Programme Graduation. Congratulations to all our graduates.
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Blog
As Ireland responds to uncertainty, the quality of governance assumes greater importance
In this piece, Niamh O’Reilly, Executive Director of Learning and Education at the Institute of Directors Ireland, reflects on how continuous learning strengthens boardroom judgment.
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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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Take the next step in your professional career and express your interest in the IoD Chartered Director Programme
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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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We are made up of the most forward thinking and successful business leaders in Ireland. These include chief executives/managing directors; chairpersons; non-executive directors; senior executives; and entrepreneurs. As a member of IoD Ireland, we offer a wide range of resources designed for your professional development as a business leader.
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.
