- Location: Online
- Date: 12 May 2026 - 12 May 2026
- Contact: Learning and Education Team
- Phone: +353 1 411 0010
- Email cpd@iodireland.ie Register Now Add to Calendar
Are you ready to take your place at the boardroom table? Learn the steps needed to become a successful director. Join experienced governance expert and Chartered Director, Carol Bolger CDir as she provides practical insights into governance fundamentals, director responsibilities, and how to build your personal director brand.
Who is this Workshop for?
- Aspiring Board Members.
- Senior Leaders preparing for board roles.
- Professionals transitioning into governance roles.
- Trustees of chairites or non-profits.
Why should I book this Workshop?
On completion of this workshop, participants will:
- Understand the Journey to Board Readiness: Participants will gain clarity on the steps required to become an effective board director, including the transition from executive to non-executive roles and how to build a personal roadmap toward board membership.
- Grasp Governance Fundamentals and Director Responsibilities: Attendees will explore the principles of good corporate governance, fiduciary duties under the Companies Act, and wider legal and ethical responsibilities of board members.
- Develop Personal Effectiveness as a Director: The workshop will help participants identify and cultivate key attributes of effective directors - such as strategic thinking, integrity, and sound judgment - aligned with best practices and the Director Competency Framework.
- Build a Personal Brand and Network for Board Opportunities: Participants will learn how to craft a compelling biography, enhance their LinkedIn presence, and strategically network with search firms, advisory bodies, and board-matching platforms.
- Create a Tailored Action Plan for Board Engagement: Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of their current position, desired board roles, skills and experience gaps, and actionable next steps to pursue board appointments across sectors.
Is this eligible for CPD?
Eligible hours: 2.5 hours of Chartered Director CPD.
CPD Code: IOD-LE-S263165
This session may be eligible for other professional body CPD. Check with your relevant professional body.
What is the cost?
- IoD members - €295
- Non-members - €370
Cancellation and refund policy
Places can only be confirmed on receipt of full payment. Cancellations and a full refund will be accepted if received in writing to cpd@iodireland.ie by Tuesday, 5th May 2026. After this date, no refund will be possible, and all fees will be forfeited in the event of a cancellation or non-attendance.
Group bookings
Contact the IoD Ireland training team on cpd@iodireland.ieor phone +353 1 411 0010.
Want to connect with fellow workshop participants?
All workshop attendees will receive a list of all other workshop participants in advance of the session. This will include name, job title and organisation. If you have any queries around this please contact the Learning and Education Team.
For GDPR reasons, we cannot provide contact details on the attendee list.
How do I attend?
To reserve your space, book and pay through the "Book now" button.
Once registered, we’ll send an email to confirm your booking.
We'll also send a joining instruction email closer to the date of the workshop. You must click the link and confirm your details to receive the direct link to join the workshop.
The event will take place on Zoom. Download Zoom if you don’t have it already. Please ensure you have a working microphone and camera to take part in our interactive workshop.
Questions?
Reach out to Gillian, our Learning and Education Manager, if you would like more information about our upcoming workshops by emailing cpd@iodireland.ie or calling +353 1 411 0010.
