In our July 2025 ezine we share highlights from our recent in-conversation event with EU Commissioner Michael McGrath, and our Chartered Director (CDir)Network event. We also feature a Member Spotlight on Ken Bowles, CFO, Smurfit Westrock; a Director Factsheet on Gender Balance; thought leadership articles from Mary-Elizabeth McMunn, on SEAR, Teri Kelly on reputation risk, and Alan Duffy CDir on leadership and sustainability; plus upcoming events, director training, and much more.