Institute of Directors

You can't write a cheque for accountability. 💷

Last week, our exclusivel Director in the Dock event at the iconic Old Bailey challenged leaders to consider the real cost of governance failures through a compelling mock trial. 👨‍⚖️

One message stood out: when trust is lost and decisions come under scrutiny, money can't buy your way out of the consequences. Strong governance, ethical leadership, and sound decision-making remain the best defence against organisational risk.

Stay tuned for more insights from the event and join the conversation on why governance matters now more than ever. 💬

The IoD has released its 2025 Annual Report and Accounts, with a focus on ‘Business as a force for good’. We’re focusing on supporting directors to strengthen organisations, make better decisions, and ultimatelycontribute positively to economic growth and resilience.

In our next video, John Browett, Chair, speaks about the IoD’s dedication to supporting better governance and the positive impact it has on the economy 📈.

We’re delighted to share the second part of our video series showing Erin Brockovich in conversation with Jon Geldart.

In this video, Erin speaks about the role of women in the boardroom and the passion, dedication and tenacity that she sees women bringing to their professional and personal lives. https://okt.to/bTYOcm

Learn more about the Global Certificate in Company Direction here. 👉
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Our year in numbers 🧮

From member growth and stronger professional development, to increased revenue, higher engagement and a growing community of Chartered Directors, our 2025 Annual Report reflects a year of focus and purpose.

Watch our video for a snapshot behind the stats 🚀, and explore the full report here: https://okt.to/PHwig9

🎓 Join the second free webinar in our series previewing the IoD’s prestigious Global Certificate in Company Direction.

We’re delighted to be welcoming Professor Phillips O’Brien, who will explore the growing impact of geopolitical uncertainty on board-level decision-making and how directors can adapt their leadership approach in an increasingly volatile global environment.

🔍 Key themes include:
• Assessing and analysing geopolitical risks to strengthen strategic decision-making and scenario planning
• Building organisational adaptability to navigate uncertainty and improve resilience
• Keeping stakeholders informed during periods of geopolitical disruption and crisis management

👤 About the speaker:
Professor Phillips O’Brien is Chair of Strategic Studies at the University of St Andrews and a Masterclass speaker on the IoD and the University of St Andrews Business School Global Certificate in Company Direction.

A globally recognised expert in international conflict and political risk, Professor O’Brien specialises in the relationship between politics and global strategy, and examines how leaders shape, and are shaped by, the systems they govern against differing political backdrops.

📅4 June 2026
⌚ 1-1.45pm
💻 Online

Book your place: https://www.iod.com/events/strategic_leadership_navigating_geopolitical_challenges_in_uncertain_times1051041276/

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We’re proud to share our Annual Report and Accounts 2025: ‘Business as a force for good’.

At the IoD, we believe long-term thinking, strong governance and responsible leadership are essential to building successful organisations that create lasting positive impact.

In this video, Director General, Jonathan Geldart reflects on the Institute's continued membership growth and why engaging more senior leaders is vital to shaping the future of responsible business. 📊.

Annual Report and Accounts 2025: https://www.iod.com/about-iod/annual-report-2025/