What are the pitfalls of deploying AI when it comes to privacy, security, IP and discoverability? This masterclass allows company secretaries and Board members to do a deep dive into AI, when looking at ways to use AI to innovate within the secretariat.

As territories around the world are introducing AI legislation, e.g. the EU AI Act, this masterclass covers the essential responsibilities that the secretariat and Board have around compliance of AI. We examine the AI legislative horizon and what needs to be in place for operational AI governance and for boardroom oversight. Furthermore, it will address how AI requires the co-ordination of Legal, Risk, and Ethics. If not properly managed, these matters will slow down AI deployments. Learn how to ensure there is co-ordinated effort to manage AI across these critical functions, to ensure AI deployments are a success.

This intensive governance course, delivered by experts, covers the essential knowledge and activities of the successful company secretary in a PLC.

Board performance reviews, also known as board effectiveness reviews or evaluations, are a critical tool for organisations to continuously improve governance and board-level decision making. If performed well, they enable boards and individual directors to improve the quality and effectiveness of their discussions and decisions. This training course supports those with board review experience who are either looking to develop their skills as an internal board reviewer or develop an external review offering as a consultant. It will use practical examples and peer-to-peer learning to help delegates think through the whole board review process from initial engagement to implementing outcomes and offer ideas for maximising the value of board reviews to everyone who participates in them.

The CGIUKI North West branch would like to invite you to a networking coffee group we are hosting on 21st October 2025. Join us in a relaxing environment to informally meet and chat with others within the local CGIUKI network. Have a coffee and share stories, skills, knowledge and expertise. Guests are welcome.

This interactive course provides practical guidance on how to overcome most problems faced by minute takers and to achieve accurate minute taking.

In recent years, diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) have been recognised as essential to organisational success, innovation and societal progress. Yet today, we are witnessing a shift in tone — from political pushback to budget cuts — that risks rolling back hard-won gains. Join us as we explore why DEI remains vital, not just as a moral imperative but as a driver of resilience, competitiveness, and trust in a volatile global environment

Join us for a candid and insightful conversation as we hear from experienced Company secretaries and Chairs sharing their perspectives on board effectiveness. Positioned at the heart of board operations, Company Secretaries have a front-row seat to the dynamics, behaviours, and practices that contribute to, or detract from, high-performing boards.

Navigating ECCTA Verification Requirements – Are You Ready? Join us for an essential session on the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) and its new verification requirements that are reshaping corporate compliance across the UK.