Caroline Spillane CDir | Monday, 8 January 2024

Dear Anne,


A new year brings many opportunities and possibilities. It’s a moment for renewal. Transformation. So, we felt it was time for a step change. To evolve our brand and begin a new era for IoD Ireland. 


Finally, we can share our exciting news that has been in the works since early last year. 


I’m proud to introduce to you, our new IoD Ireland brand identity.


Our new look and feel is member-focused. Highlighting our commitment to making things easy, accessible and seamless, all while maintaining a strong sense of interconnectedness. Aligning with the four dimensions of our CPD framework for directors, we have created individual patterns that, when combined, interlock to symbolise your growth as a director. This reinforces our concept of the “Learning Board” – through our collective strength and commitment to life-long development, we can shape a dynamic future Ireland from the inside of business out. 


Since our inception in 1993, we’ve fast-tracked success for the brightest minds in business, providing our members with cutting-edge resources and delivering expert insights to propel Ireland forward as an exemplar of corporate governance. We have and will always be dedicated to being your most relevant and trusted advocate. For this, we knew we needed to evolve and flex with the times. To create a brand identity that embodies us, our personality and values. One built for our members, with a voice that cuts through. 


To empower progress and deliver all that you need to succeed.


Welcome to the new look IoD Ireland. We’re delighted you’re part of it. 


Caroline Spillane CDir

Chief Executive Officer

Institute of Directors Ireland 


IoD IRELAND EVENTS IN 2024

Looking forward to the year ahead


2024 is off to a great start as we announce the first four of our events scheduled for this year that will cover the essential knowledge and skills that directors need to know. Accenture will be our 2024 Briefings Series sponsor.

Company law review

Company law. EU regulations and legislation.


24 JANUARY 2024 | 9:30AM - 10:30AM

Location: Online

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Economic, property and political update 2024

Learn the latest economic, property and political trends.


08 FEBRUARY 2024 | 5:30PM - 7:30PM

Location: The Grafton Suite, The Westbury Hotel, Dublin 2

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The future of corporate governance

International trends. OECD principles of corporate governance. Sustainability. Diversity. 


22 FEBRUARY 2024 | 5:30PM - 7:30PM

Location: The Grafton Suite, The Westbury Hotel

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Managing technology risk

Technology governance. Artificial Intelligence. Data protection. Risk.


27 FEBRUARY 2024 | 8:00AM - 10:00AM

Location: Mason Hayes & Curran LLP, South Bank House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4

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MEMBER PROFILE

Ramatoulaye Diallo


Ramatoulaye Diallo is the Director of Large Consumer Sales for Google France and the CEO of Orange Money in Senegal, one of Africa’s leading digital finance and fintech brands. With over 20 years of investment and operational experience, her insights and knowledge span across the telecoms, tech, media and finance sectors.

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IoD LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT:

DESIGNED FOR DIRECTORS


ESG fundamentals for directors

IoD Ireland Short Programme

29th January – 28th March 2024

9:00am – 12:30pm


Advance your ESG expertise. Join Professor Simon Haslam CDir and guests in this short programme. Discover the essentials of sustainability across four informative sessions: The Governance Agenda, The Net Zero Agenda, The Wider Environment Agenda and The Social Agenda.


IoD Ireland CPD Framework for Directors: This short programme fits under the Technical Knowledge and Skills Dimension. It is eligible for 12 hours of Chartered Director CPD.

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Fundamentals of finance for company directors

IoD Ireland Workshop

Wednesday, 31st January 2024 I 9:00am – 12:30pm


Finance is a vital cog in the corporate governance wheel. This introductory workshop allows you to learn how to evaluate financial performance and understand company accounts. Led by Caroline Kirrane, Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) . 


IoD Ireland CPD Framework for Directors: This workshop fits under the Technical Knowledge and Skills Dimension. It is eligible for 2.5 hours of Chartered Director CPD.

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New Irish FDI regime signed into law | Director factsheet


Discover The Screening of Third Country Transactions Act in this director factsheet, courtesy of McCann FitzGerald LLP. Signed into law on 31st October 2023. The Act introduces a new mandatory notification regime. This regime requires parties to notify qualifying foreign acquisitions of Irish targets active in particular sectors to the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment. 


IoD Ireland CPD Framework for Directors: This workshop fits under the Governance Framework Dimension. Reading this content can be accrued as part of your Chartered Director CPD. 

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Individual accountability framework update | Webcast


Explore the details of the finalised Individual Accountability Framework (IAF) regulations and guidance. Hosted by Josh Hogan, Partner, McCann FitzGerald LLP and Donal Hamilton, Partner, Employment, Pensions and Incentives Group, McCann FitzGerald LLP. This webcast examines how the final Regulations and Guidance implementation will impact financial services boards and senior executives. 


IoD Ireland CPD Framework for Directors: This webcast fits under the Governance Framework Dimension. Watching this content can be accrued as part of your Chartered Director CPD. 

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Welcome to new members who joined in recent weeks


Whether you’re here for inspiration, knowledge, or belong to a valued network and spark new connections, we’re delighted to have you as part of our IoD Ireland community.

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Congratulations to our newly Chartered Directors


Congratulations to our latest Chartered Directors who have passed their final professional review process and eligibility assessment and have become qualified CDirs.

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Exclusive member rewards

Get exclusive access to the digital edition of the Business Post at a special reduced rate for IoD Ireland members only.


The Business Post is a trusted and iconic Irish media brand. With a strong print and digital presence, it has a well-established reputation for independent, innovative and quality journalism.


Visit our website for more information on this exclusive offer. 

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