Blog
Reputation Matters: From the Boardroom to the Checkout
In this article Alan Tyrrell CDir, Chief Executive Officer, of the Reputations Agency explores why reputation is increasingly recognised as a strategic asset for organisations.
Learn moreThought leadership articles
Blog
Reputation Matters: From the Boardroom to the Checkout
In this article Alan Tyrrell CDir, Chief Executive Officer, of the Reputations Agency explores why reputation is increasingly recognised as a strategic asset for organisations.
Learn more
Blog
The Evolving Nature of Board Succession Planning
In this article Caroline Kinsella, Board and Member Services Director, IoD Ireland, explores how board succession planning is becoming strategic, proactive and skills-focused to strengthen governance, resilience and long-term effectiveness. Published in The Irish Times.
Learn more
Blog
EU AI Act Omnibus: High-Risk Deadline Moved | What It Means for Irish Organisations
In this article Ger Perdisatt, AI Advisor, Experienced COO & Board Member,& IoD Faculty member, outlines the new EU Digital Omnibus deal and what this means for AI Compliance.
Learn more
Blog
Ireland at the Helm: What the EU Presidency Means for Directors
In this article Claire Scannell, Director of the Managing Partner's office, Matheson LLP, discusses Ireland’s upcoming EU Presidency. She explores its influence on policy, key priorities for business and why directors should engage early to navigate regulatory and strategic change.
Learn more
Director Factsheets
Factsheets
D&I and Fund Board Effectiveness – Central Bank of Ireland’s Report
This factsheet, in collaboration with Simmons & Simmons, outlines the Central Bank of Ireland’s review of diversity and inclusion in fund management company boards and its impact on board effectiveness.
Learn more
Factsheets
CSRD: Navigating the Revised Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive
This factsheet, in collaboration with Forvis Mazars, outlines the revised CSRD and explains how EU changes reduce the number of companies required to report and simplify sustainability reporting rules.
Learn more
Factsheets
The Tasks of the Board of Directors
This essential factsheet outlines the dual responsibilities of boards: driving long-term strategy and vision, and ensuring governance, oversight, and accountability.
Learn more
Factsheets
The CBI’s Roadmap for Simplifying Regulation and Supervision
This Factsheet outlines the Central Bank's plans to simplify financial regulation by making rules clearer and reducing unnecessary complexity, while still protecting consumers and financial stability over the coming years.
Learn more
Webcasts of Events
Webcast
D&O Insurance Demystified: What Directors Need to Know
Watch this webcast with Edwina Ryan, Managing Director, Aon Ireland, and Kieran Dillon, Director, Financial & Professional Services, Aon Ireland, who provide directors with a clear understanding of the purpose, structure and real-world implications of D&O insurance.
Watch now
Webcast
Selling a Business: Key Insights for Directors
Watch this webcast with John Bowe, Corporate Finance Partner at Forvis Mazars, and Kevin Neary CDir, Non-Executive Director and Entrepreneur, which explores the key steps directors should consider when navigating the sale of a business.
Watch now
Webcast
The Strategic CFO: Driving Value in a Changing World
Watch this webcast which explores how CFOs can navigate economic uncertainty through stronger financial planning and risk management, and enhance governance through more effective board engagement and transparency.
Watch now
Event Presentations
Presentations
Economic and Political Update 2026
Download the full presentation from our recent event with Jim Power, Economist.
Learn more
Presentations
Dawn Raids: The Role of a Director
Download the full presentation from our recent Dawn Raids event with Cormac Little SC, Partner and Head of Competition & Regulation, William Fry.
Learn more
Presentations
Economic and Political Update 2025
Download the full presentation from our recent event with Jim Power, Economist and Media Commentator.
Learn more
Presentations
Cyber Security Risk | What a Director Should Know
Download the full presentation from this IoD Briefing with Paul Gillen, Chief Security Officer and Country Manager, Barclays Bank Ireland. This event is part of the IoD Briefing Series: Designed for Directors, sponsored by Accenture.
Learn more
Director Handbooks
Handbook
Directors’ Handbook: Fifth Edition
The Directors’ Handbook provides a valuable resource to directors in Ireland on their role and responsibilities. Exclusively available to IoD Ireland members.
Learn more
Handbook
A Handbook for Directors of Regulated Financial Services Companies in Ireland: Fourth Edition
This Handbook sets out in clear terms the general duties imposed on all directors as well as the considerable additional burdens imposed on directors of a financial services company. Exclusively available to IoD Ireland members.
Learn more
Tax & Legal Panels
Director FAQs
This section contains helpful answers to key director questions, relating to: state boards; questions to ask before joining a board; tax; director duties; fiduciary duties; diversity; and much more.
