Institute of Directors in New Zealand

One day in Wellington. Make it Count.

You don’t need two days away to be part of Leadership Conference 2026.

Choose the day that matters most to you and join some of New Zealand’s most experienced directors, chairs and business leaders for the conversations impacting governance now.

Fly in. Make the day count. Fly home.

One-day in person and online tickets are available now.

Are you ready for the boardroom of 2030?

Register and join us: https://bit.ly/4wROoCD

3 - 4 September | Wellington

Only three weeks to go until the Institute of Directors' Leadership Conference!

This is your chance to invest in yourself, step outside your usual network and challenge your thinking.

Return to your organisation with fresh ideas and perspectives from some of New Zealand’s most influential chairs, directors and organisational leaders including Jackie Lloyd, Steven Joyce, Sheridan Broadbent and Anna Curzon.

Governance doesn’t stand still. Neither should we.

Get your ticket today, we'll see you there. https://bit.ly/4wROoCD

3-4 September
Takina Centre | Wellington

Strong governance requires more than agreement or strong personalities. It requires a balance between diverse perspectives, constructive challenge, and a shared sense of purpose.

Understanding how people communicate, make decisions, and work together can help boards identify blind spots, strengthen group dynamics, and make better decisions for the organisations they serve.

Listen to the full episode below:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7cxdMEVbhgeOuFX9mYlrkw?si=m9mfn7WRRImaNJMEEPgPAg

Trust is the foundation of every effective governance relationship – and when it breaks down, the consequences are significant.

In this episode of Board Talk, independent director Helen Robinson reflects on the evolving relationship between chairs and CEOs, and why openness is essential to strong leadership dynamics.

Listen to the full episode below:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4nRGT7jEGSiVTtf65uqpVq?si=lthSzrVAQHuw1i6aQArZow

What makes someone ready for the board table?

In this episode of Board Talk: Off the Cuff, we explore the idea of “value proposition” – and why self-awareness is one of the most important foundations for a successful governance career.

From understanding your skills and experience, to articulating what you uniquely bring to a board, the conversation challenges aspiring directors to think more deeply about readiness and contribution.

Listen to the full episode below.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0EIPYWmwIImyeVpC12hHxB?si=YqSSBDtSRMq3s-g3wk2ePg

Is your board ready for what's next?
The programme for IoD Leadership Conference 2026 is now live.

From Shelly Palmer on AI and the future of business to Charles Edel on geopolitics and global risk, this year's programme brings together internationally recognised speakers and New Zealand governance leaders to explore the issues shaping tomorrow's boardrooms.

Explore keynote presentations and interactive breakout sessions covering board performance, Chair–CEO relationships, governing vulnerable communities, start-up governance and more.

Last year's delegates told us they valued practical ideas they could take back to the boardroom, hearing from credible leaders and connecting with peers. We've built this year's programme with your priorities in mind.

Explore the full programme and secure your place now 👉 https://bit.ly/4aIPDLi

3–4 September | Wellington
2026 IoD Leadership Conference – Where governance leaders connect.

This is the room you want to be in.

The room where directors challenge ideas.
Where boards test their thinking.
Where governance leaders tackle the issues shaping New Zealand's future.

AI. Geopolitics. Cyber risk. Productivity. Leadership. The conversations that matter most are happening at Leadership Conference 2026.

Join New Zealand's governance community for two days of practical insight, global perspectives from leading international speakers and meaningful connection.

Full 2026 programme launching this week! Stay tuned.

Secure your place, we'll see you there.

📍3–4 September | Wellington
Register now 👉 https://bit.ly/49uwg83