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First IoD Briefing Webinar of 2022 Addresses Irish Property Market Outlook

The first webinar of the Institute of Directors in Ireland (IoD) schedule for 2022 took place on Thursday, 13th January, with a record high attendance.

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IoD Ireland Publishes Latest List of Qualified Chartered Directors

The IoD is delighted to publish its latest list of recently qualified Chartered Directors.

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37% of Business Leaders See Majority of Staff in Workplace in Q2 2022

IoD Director Sentiment Monitor research in Q4 2021 also finds that biggest business risk seen as ‘a return of tight public health restrictions caused by COVID-19 and its variants’.

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Inflation and Supply Chain Issues Seen as Significant Concern for Majority of Business Leaders

Advance findings from the IoD’s Director Sentiment Monitor for Q4 2021 reveal significant concern about inflation and supply chain issues among business leaders.

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IoD Ireland Welcomes New Balance for Better Business Diversity Report

IoD Ireland Reacts to Latest Balance for Better Business Report. This was launched by the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Leo Varadkar TD and the Balance for Better Business co-chairs Julie Sinnamon and Aongus Hegarty.

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IoD Ireland Welcomes Government’s Decision to Extend Interim Period of Companies Act 2020 to April 2022

IoD Ireland has welcomed today’s announcement by the Government to extend until 30th April 2022, the interim period of the Companies (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Covid-19) Act 2020.

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Pandemic Pushes ESG Up the Agenda in Irish Boardrooms - ESG Leadership Survey

New survey from the Diligent Institute and Institute of Directors in Ireland shows board level discussions of environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters are up 30% since March 2020.

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IoD Ireland Announces Chief Executive Maura Quinn is to Step Down in June 2022

The Institute of Directors (IoD) in Ireland has announced that its Chief Executive, Maura Quinn, is to step down from her role in June 2022.

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Boards With No Succession Plan Are “Not-Future Proofing Their Business Nor Planning for Board Diversity”

Many boards “still relying on their own networks” finds latest IoD Director Sentiment Survey for Q3 2021.

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Majority of Business Leaders Believe Government Has Judged Return to Workplaces Correctly

“Caution remains the watchword.” Advance findings from our Director Sentiment Monitor Survey for Q3 2021.

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Budget 2022 Should Prioritise IT Infrastructure, Affordable Housing and Energy Infrastructure

Advance findings from our Director Sentiment Survey research for Q3 2021 show Budget priority areas favoured by business leaders.

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Business Leaders Say COVID-19 Pandemic Has Altered Skills Sets and Expertise for Their Board

The IoD’s latest Director Sentiment Monitor for Q2 2021 reveals the changing landscape of board skills and expertise.

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IoD Ireland Publishes Latest List of Qualified Chartered Directors

The Institute of Directors in Ireland is delighted to publish its latest list of recently qualified Chartered Directors.

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The Government’s roadmap is a further boost to the economy and to wider society

IoD Ireland reacts to new Government roadmap, 'Reframing the Challenge, Continuing Our Recovery and Reconnecting.

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Nearly a Third of Business Leaders Say ESG Will Be Most Desired Board Skill

The IoD’s Director Sentiment Monitor Q2 2021 reveals 29% of respondents say ESG will be the most desired experience/expertise over the next two years, as IoD announces new course.

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‘Resurgence of Optimism’ Among Business Leaders - IoD Survey

The IOD’s latest Director Sentiment Monitor survey for Q2 2021 reveals increased optimism among business leaders, and contains findings on governance skills, return to company workplace, Budget 2022, and more.

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69% of Business Leaders Say Hybrid Working for Staff Likely

The IoD's Director Sentiment Monitor survey for Q2 2021 reveals findings in relation to a likely return to office/workplace in Q4, remote/hybrid working, and the risk of COVID-19 variants.

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Latest Qualified Chartered Directors Announced

IoD Announces Latest List of Qualified Chartered Directors

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Latest Qualified Chartered Directors Announced

IoD Ireland publishes list of recently qualified Chartered Directors.

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Imelda Reynolds Announced as the New President of the Institute of Directors in Ireland

IoD Ireland announces Imelda Reynolds as the New President following the 2021 AGM.

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Irish Government Needs to Improve Business and Trade Relations with the UK Government

The IoD’s Director Sentiment Monitor survey for Q1 2021 contains findings in relation to Ireland-UK trade relations, market growth opportunities, financial performance, and more.

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End of Year Before Economy Fully Reopens and Most Staff Return to Company Workplace – IoD Survey

Our latest research finds that a majority of business leaders believes the national vaccination programme will see the economy fully reopen in Q4 2021.

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65% of Company Directors and Business Leaders Back Government’s Individual Accountability Legislation - IoD Survey

The IoD’s Director Sentiment Monitor survey for Q1 2021 reveals significant findings in relation to Directors & Officers Insurance and to accountability legislation.

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78% of Business Leaders Had a Business Continuity Plan in Place Before COVID-19 - IoD Survey

The IoD Director Sentiment Monitor for Q4 2020 has findings on business continuity plans, business models, the national vaccine rollout, and much more.

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A Third of Business Leaders See Slow Vaccine Rollout as Single Biggest Risk - IoD Survey

Second half of the year seen as most likely return to workplace by 70% of business leaders as COVID-19 and Brexit also impact business sentiment.

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Central Bank’s Ed Sibley to Address Institute of Directors Lunch Bites @ the IoD Webinar

This webinar is part of the Lunch Bites @ the IoD Series, and in 2021 we are delighted to announce that IQ-EQ will be the 2021 sponsor.

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“Striking a balance will be key” to remote working legislation

Digital transformation of Irish business integral to the new remote working landscape.

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First IoD Briefing Webinar of 2021 to Address Irish Property Market Outlook

This webinar is part of the IoD Briefings Series, and we are delighted to announce that, in 2021, it will be sponsored by Accenture.

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Latest Qualified Chartered Directors Announced

IoD Ireland publishes list of recently qualified Chartered Directors.

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IoD Ireland Highlights 2020

Watch some key highlights from IoD Ireland over the course of 2020.

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Brexit: Institute of Directors in Ireland Welcomes Confirmation of a Trade Deal

The Institute of Directors in Ireland has today welcomed confirmation that the EU and the UK have reached agreement on a post-Brexit trade deal.

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Happy Christmas from all at IoD Ireland

Please note, the IoD Ireland office will be closed from close of business on Wednesday, 23rd December 2020, and will reopen on Monday, 4th January 2021.

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2020: “Seismic Year” of Upheaval Marked by Opportunities as Well as Challenges

Institute of Directors (IoD) in Ireland research in 2020 revealed the dramatic impact of both COVID-19 and Brexit on business leaders in Ireland.

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IoD Ireland welcomes Government announcement to extend interim period of Companies Act 2020

IoD Ireland has today welcomed the announcement from the Government that the interim period of the Companies (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Covid-19) Act 2020 has been extended.

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IoD Ireland Reacts to Latest Balance for Better Business Report

IoD Ireland has responded to the publication of the latest Government-backed Balance for Better Business report, saying “more transparency and planned succession planning is required for board appointments”.

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Staff Isolation and Team Cohesion Are Chief Remote Working Concerns of Business Leaders

The IoD Ireland Director Sentiment Monitor survey for Q3 2020 finds staff isolation and team cohesion, not productivity, are among the chief remote working concerns of business leaders. It also reveals findings on cyber security.

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“Triple Jeopardy” of US Election, EU-UK Trade Talks, COVID-19

Third-quarter survey finds 93% of business leaders in Ireland favour a Joe Biden victory for better trade relations with US, and also reveals increased optimism for EU-UK trade deal.

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“Pandemic Rollercoaster is Presenting Innumerable Challenges”

Findings from the latest IoD Ireland Snap Poll addressing issues such as the National Economic Plan, Budget 2021 and more.

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Ways and Means of Working Undergoing “Quiet Revolution”

Findings from the latest IoD Ireland Snap Poll addressing pandemic issues, such as digital transformation, remote working, business models and work-life balance.

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Last Lunch Bites Before Short Summer Break Gives Update on Irish Economy

This webinar was presented by Professor Alan Ahearne, Economic Advisor to An Taoiseach, Director of the Whitaker Institute, and Professor of Economics at NUI Galway.

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Business Leaders Fear Short-Term Brexit Impact and Brexit Trade Deal Failure

Key Brexit findings from the Director Sentiment Monitor Q2 2020, with business leaders believing Brexit impact in short and long-term will be negative.

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Passage of Bill to resolve ‘Catch-22’ Situation on AGMs Welcomed by IoD Ireland

IoD Ireland welcomes passage of the Companies (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Covid-19) Bill 2020, which addresses issues of holding AGMs during the current crisis.

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Institute of Directors Reacts to Government’s Stimulus Package

IoD Ireland welcomes the new economic stimulus package announced by the Government this afternoon.

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One-Third of Business Leaders See a ‘Second Wave’ of COVID-19 as Biggest Risk to Their Organisation

The latest findings from the Director Sentiment Monitor for Q2 2020.

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Latest Qualified Chartered Directors Announced

IoD Ireland publishes list of recently qualified Chartered Directors.

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Nearly 1 in 8 Business Leaders Believe All Staff Will Return to Companies’ Office/Workspace

Latest findings from an IoD Ireland Snap Poll looks at remote working, future of offices, and more.

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IoD Urges Government to Move Quickly to Resolve AGMs Dilemma in Current Crisis

This addresses the issue of holding physical and virtual AGMS during the current crisis.

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IoD Ireland Member Survey Results 2020

Quality of IoD Ireland membership rated high in latest Member Survey findings.

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“Seismic Shift” Anticipated in Growth Opportunities Across all Markets in 2020

Latest findings from the Director Sentiment Monitor for Q1 2020.

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90% of Business Leaders Want Law Amended to Allow Virtual AGMs During Crisis

IoD Ireland call to ODCE and, the Department for Business, Enterprise, and Innovation, to deal with AGM issue in current crisis.

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74% of Irish Business Leaders Don’t Believe EU-UK Trade Deal Achievable in 2020 as Post-Brexit Trade Talks Resume

Latest Brexit related findings from the Director Sentiment Monitor for Q1 2020.

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IoD Ireland Publishes List of Newly Qualified Chartered Directors

IoD Ireland publishes list of recently qualified Chartered Directors.

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IoD Ireland Launches ‘COVID-19 Resources and Guidance’ Online Hub

IoD launches new dedicated resource for members.

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COVID-19 Heralds “Dramatic Reversal in Business Confidence”

Latest findings from the Director Sentiment Monitor for Q1 2020.

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Notice: The IoD Ireland Office is Closed Temporarily

IoD Ireland notice.

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Insights Into Building a Powerhouse Board

IoD Ireland CEO Maura Quinn features in the Joe.ie ‘Building a Powerhouse Board’ podcast.

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“New Era” as Ireland Will Need to Be “Mindful” of Our Future Relationships With the UK and the EU

IoD Ireland CEO Maura Quinn comments on Brexit Day.

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‘Brexit Day’ Sees Irish Business Leaders Focused on EU and UK Relationships

Latest findings from the Director Sentiment Monitor for Q4 2019.

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First IoD Briefing Event of 2020 Addresses Irish Property Market Outlook

With presenter Marian Finnegan, Managing Director of Residential and Advisory, Sherry FitzGerald Group.

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Business Leaders Reject Possible ‘Confidence and Supply Arrangement’ post-General Election 2020

The latest findings from a pre-election Snap Poll.

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IoD Ireland Members Raise €21,705 for Hospice

IoD Ireland Christmas Lunch raises €21,705 for Our Lady's Hospice and Care Services.

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The Institute of Directors in Ireland Publishes List of Newly Qualified Chartered Directors

IoD Ireland publishes list of recently qualified Chartered Directors.

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Progress Welcome But Other Findings “of Deep Concern” and “Incomprehensible”, says IoD CEO

IoD Ireland responds to second report by Balance for Better Business.

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Registration Deadline Looms for Compliance with Anti-Money Laundering Measures

IoD Ireland calls on corporate entities and relevant individuals to be mindful of the 22nd November deadline.

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89% of Business Leaders in New IoD Survey Back Efforts to Repair Ireland-UK Relations Post-Brexit

Latest Brexit findings from the Director Sentiment Monitor for Q3 2020.

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Institute of Directors (IoD) in Ireland Statement on Budget 2020

IoD Ireland responds to the Government’s Budget 2020, as delivered by Minister Paschal Donohoe TD.

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The Institute of Directors in Ireland Publishes List of Newly Qualified Chartered Directors

IoD Ireland publishes list of recently qualified Chartered Directors.

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“Prove By Doing” Says Cairn Homes plc CEO at IoD Autumn Lunch Event

Michael Stanley, Chief Executive Officer, Cairn Homes plc, keynote address at IoD Autumn Lunch 2019.

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89% of Senior Business Leaders Back Conservative Budget for Potential No-Deal Brexit Scenario

IoD Ireland welcomes Government statement on basing Budget 2020 on a no deal Brexit deal.

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“Plummeting” Business Confidence Reflected in New Survey from Institute of Directors in Ireland as Brexit Uncertainty Intensifies

Latest finding from the Director Sentiment Monitor for Q2 2019.

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“Worrying” Findings but Some Positives in New Diversity in the Boardroom Report 2019

New report by IoD Ireland on 'Diversity in the Boardroom 2019'.

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IoD Reacts to An Tánaiste Simon Coveney’s ‘Contingency Action Plan Update’ for Brexit

IoD Ireland reacts to ‘Contingency Action Plan Update’ for Brexit by An Tánaiste, Mr Simon Coveney.

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Irish Business Leaders Fear Negative Brexit Impact

Latest Director Sentiment Monitor survey for Q1 2019.

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IoD Responds to Government Call for Gender Targets on Boards

IoD Ireland responds to the first report by Balance for Better Business.

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Harry Lorton Appointed President of Institute of Directors

IoD Ireland appoints Harry Lorton as new President at AGM this evening.

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Support for Gender Targets is Up as Unconscious Gender Bias Remains Top Barrier to Entry

IoD Ireland releases preliminary findings from diversity research.

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Maura Quinn Appointed to the Executive Board of Rugby Players Ireland

IoD Ireland CEO joins Rugby Players Ireland Board.

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The Interview - with Thora Mackey

Niall Kelly, Associate Director, Davy Private Clients, interviewed Thora Mackey, COO at the Institute of Directors in Ireland, to obtain her insights into the opportunities and challenges of becoming a non-executive director.

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Brexit Uncertainty Dominates for Irish Business Leaders, as Sentiment Slips Throughout 2018

Latest Director Sentiment Monitor findings from Q1 2019.

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Night with Day is Brexit Bonus for Directors’ Bash

Published by Sunday Independent, 25th November 2018. Article by Dearbhail McDonald.

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Culture Club -Transforming an organisation with ‘The Balanced Why’

Published by Marketing.ie, 1st November 2018.

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Business Leaders Believe Economic Crisis Likely in Next Five Years

Lates Director Sentiment Monitor findings.

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Tony Smurfit Provides Compelling Account of Recent Hostile Takeover Bid at IoD Lunch

Addressing an audience of 600 business leaders at the IoD Autumn Lunch 2018.

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Boards Lacking Formal Culture to Sustain Future

New IoD Ireland report on Board Culture entitled, 'Ireland's Corporate Culture 2018'.

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Business Leader Believe Economy is Overheating

Latest Director Sentiment Monitor findings for Q2 2018.

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Chartered Directors, Imelda Reynolds and John Reynolds, Join IoD Board

Imelda Reynolds, Chairperson of Beauchamps, and John Reynolds, Chairman of Cairn Homes plc, join IOD Ireland Council.

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Business Leaders in Favour of Extending Confidence and Supply Agreement

Latest Director Sentiment Monitor findings for Q1 2018.

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New IoD Series Asks What Makes A Great Leader?

IoD Ireland launches new event series entitled, 'The Leadership Series'.

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Office Closure & Event Cancellations

IoD office will remain closed until Monday, 5th March 2018.

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Half of Firms Appoint External Advisors to Prepare for GDPR

New GDPR Survey findings.

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Twitter Ireland’s Sinead McSweeney Talks Leadership and Millennials at IoD Spring Lunch

Addressing an audience of 300 business leaders at the IoD Spring Lunch 2018 in Dublin.

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€18,000 raised for Merchants Quay Ireland at IoD Christmas Lunch

Annual ioD Christmas Lunch 2017.

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Minister Paschal Donohoe T.D Launches New Governance Guide for State Boards

Minister for Finance and for Public Expenditure and Reform launches new IoD publication.

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Liam Young, Errigal Bay and Karen Hennessy, Design & Crafts Council of Ireland, win at IoD Chartered Director Programme Awards

The IoD Chartered Director Programme Awards 2017.

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Uncertain Business Environment Contributing to Poor Decision-making with Brexit Posing Greatest Risk to Business

New IoD Report 'Leadership Challenges in an Uncertain Age', is released today.

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Institute of Directors in Ireland Welcomes Government Focus on Corruption and White Collar Crime

IoD Ireland welcomes the Government's new measures focused on tackling corruption and white collar crime.

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Michael Carey, Bord Bia Chairman, Shares his Business Lessons with IoD Members in Cork

Micheal Carey was the keynote speaker at an IoD Ireland Cork Evening Briefing.

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Office Closure 16th October 2017

Due to Storm Ophelia, the IoD office will be closed from 16th-17th October.

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Dómhnal Slattery, Avolon, Addresses IoD Autumn Lunch

550 business Leaders at the IoD Ireland's Autumn Lunch in Dublin today.

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Boards Failing to Commit to Diversity as ‘Who You Know’ Culture Prevails

New report by IoD Ireland 'Diversity in the Boardroom'.

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