

Branch event - West Africa
Business ethics in uncertain times
Governance professionals have an important role to play in supporting their organisations to operate ethically and make a positive impact.
This event will explore how responsible businesses apply ethical practice to build a positive culture, gain competitive advantage and reduce risk. It will signpost practical tools that can enable governance professionals to influence and facilitate ethical business conversations and practices with confidence.



Branch event - West Midlands
The Great Governance Experiment: Creativity, Culture and Decision Making
Governance is more than structures and processes – it’s a cultural practice that shapes how organisations think, decide and act. The Governance Experiment is follows the tradition of the literary salon, inviting members to explore governance through a more imaginative lens.

Conference
Governance North 2026
The annual Governance North conference sponsored by Equiniti & Notified will be held at The Midland Manchester on 6 October. Join fellow company secretaries and governance professionals for a day packed with keynote speeches, insights, panel discussions, coupled with networking opportunities. Member, Not for profit and Student rates available.

Branch event - East Midlands
Responsible Sustainability Leadership – a role for the corporate governance professional
Join the East Midlands branch as we look at responsible sustainability leadership. Recent research by the Institute questions the need for organisations today across all sectors to have board sustainability committees and sustainability leadership - Governing Sustainability: Are sustainability committees the answer?

Building Your Governance Career 2026
A governance professional can wear many hats, and having the right skill set to progress in your career is crucial for achieving success and enhancing job satisfaction. To build a career in governance a combination of education, skills, experience, networking, and a passion for promoting ethical practices and effective decision-making within organisations is required.
Join us for an empowering half-day summit designed exclusively for Graduates, new Associates, and early-career professionals venturing into the world of governance. Discover valuable insights and strategies to unleash your potential and pave a successful path in governance.
At this event, you will:
• Explore how modern technology and digital tools can support career development, improve effectiveness and enhance your professional impact.
• Develop practical approaches to communicating with confidence, building trusted relationships, demonstrating initiative and influencing different audiences.
• Learn about the different routes into governance, including graduate and trainee opportunities, career changes, transferable skills and professional qualifications.
• Gain practical tips for securing your next role, from identifying suitable opportunities and presenting your experience to networking and preparing for applications and interviews.

Irish Region - Branch event
AI in Corporate Governance: Practical Insights for Governance Professionals
Artificial Intelligence is having a profound impact on Irish corporate governance. What does this mean for governance practitioners, and how is it transforming the professional landscape for Chartered Secretaries and Governance Professionals?


