IoD Jersey

Let's focus on all our innovative start-ups businesses this hump day, with the finalists of the Start-Up Director of the Year Award! Congratulations to Andrew Thatcher of Flagstone International, Hamza Mehmood of Project Accountants Ltd and Jenny Winspear of MyAnova. We'd love to hear who you are backing as the winner in the comments below. Kindly sponsored by Digital Jersey #DOTYA #finalists

We are delighted to introduce the finalists of our Large Business Director of the Year Award for 2024, Adam Budworth of , Charles Molteno of Standard Bank Offshore and Dean Blackburn MICA, MKHSI, MLIBF of ZEDRA Group. Please join us in congratulating them for this recognition and wishing them the best of luck on the evening! Kindly sponsored by Sure Business. #DOTYA #finalists

Congratulations to the finalists of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Awards st this years Director of the Year Awards, Ana Cengic of Affinity Private Wealth, Hannah Gleave of Ports of Jersey and Robin Smith at States of Jersey Police. Special thanks to award sponsors Viberts. #DOTYA #finalists

Congratulations to Andrea John on achieving IoD Chartered Director status 🎉 Commenting on this accreditation, Andrea said: “I’m really proud to become a Chartered Director, especially in such an active and progressive organisation as the IoD. Our Jersey branch has really accelerated its professionalism and support for business leaders on the Island in recent years, as well as members of our local business community who wish to develop their careers and skillsets. One thing that I’m particularly supportive of is the provision of work shadowing opportunities for those early in their career to help them better understand the life and skillset of a director. This also has a direct benefit to the local workforce and our economy. I’m looking forward to continuing my association with the IoD, and sharing these opportunities with my SBO colleagues.”

💡 Are you a Senior Executive or Board Member looking to increase your awareness of Information Security and Cyber Resilience? We've got a great breakfast event coming up on 5 November, where you will get to learn from two of the Jersey Financial Services Commission's Executive Directors and JCSC representatives about their experiences in managing the events of this year. Reserve your tickets now on the link in the comments below. In this unique breakfast event, we will have panellists on hand to provide real case studies and share key takeaways for Boards and senior executives to help increase their awareness of Information Security and Cyber Resilience. Attendees will get to learn from two of the JFSC’s Executive Directors why effective management of cyber risk is not just about a business’ technological controls and hear how they dispel the myth that the response to an incident is the IT department’s responsibility - and how it’s always a significant, whole organisation effort. Event Aims: An opportunity for senior executives to hear from the JFSC about their own experience in managing the events of this year, including sharing their own reflections and learning points, and how the JFSC is becoming even stronger and more resilient as a result. Take away valuable insight and recommendations that can apply to all boards and businesses in their own management of information security and cyber risks. · To raise awareness across the island that information and cyber security risks are real, business-impacting, and how for all businesses cyber incidents are a case of when, not if. · Act as a catalyst for board members and executives to become more aware of the risks to their own businesses from cyber threats and potential information security incidents. Ensure boards make putting in place robust incident response and business continuity plans a strategic priority, and why cyber should be a top enterprise risk for most businesses. · To see the JFSC lead by example in promoting transparency and openness across the island in discussing and managing these risks, both for the benefit of our financial services sector and the wider business community as a whole. Agenda: 08.30 : breakfast and networking 09.00 : Introduction by IoD Jersey Digital Sub-Committee Chair, Ian Webb 09.05 : Ian to introduce the panel 09.10 : Panel presentation by JFSC and JCSC representatives 09.45 : Panel questions and Q&A from the audience 10.20 : Sum-up, key learnings and takeaways 10.30: Event finish This event qualifies for 2 CPD points. If you would like a certificate, please contact our Branch Officer, Zoë Wauton at officer.jersey@iod.net Ticket price includes an array of pastries, fruit pots and refreshments. This event is kindly sponsored by BDO

We are very excited to announce the finalists for the IoD Director of the Year Award in the Family Business category. Congratulations to Jeremy Le Rossignol ANAEA, Julia Williams and Ryan Hodgson who have all been shortlisted. We look forward to welcoming you at our awards event. Special thanks to award sponsors Park Executive Recruitment. #DOTYA #finalists

The Institute of Directors encourages directors to embrace sustainability in its widest sense, to ensure responsible, resilient, and successful businesses. We do this by helping directors understand, commit to, and engage with sustainability as a driver of long-term profitability, linking sustainability with operational excellence and innovation to generate positive social as well as business impacts. The sustainable development goals provide a backdrop, specifically goal 5: Gender Equality, which addresses the gender pay gap, recognising the value of women’s full and effective participation and equal opportunities for leadership at all levels of decision-making across governments, businesses, and organisations. Gender Pay Gap reporting aligns with global frameworks like the UN Global Compact and the Global Reporting Initiative, which advocate for gender equality as part of sustainable business practices. The IoD Jersey branch is delighted to see that the States Assembly, whilst rejecting Deputy Andrews’ proposition, has recognised the work undertaken by the “Mind the Gap” community of which our Chair Alex Ruddy is a founding member, stating that the government is “backing” private sector innovation and “working with” the private sector to “assist companies to develop knowledge and processes to report effectively.” GPG reporting provides data that government and organisations can use to develop targeted policies. By supporting and working with organisations like IoD and the “Mind the Gap” community, the government is demonstrating its commitment to the sustainable development goals. The IoD Jersey branch, through its Sustainability and Corporate Governance subcommittees, will be focusing on sustainability and governance in 2025 and hopes to see engagement from Ministers and government officials. Alexandra Ruddy, Chair of the IoD Jersey branch, notes, “we are encouraged by the ongoing dialogue with Ministers and government in respect of matters impacting sustainable economic growth, and their recognition that gender equality should be a measurable and accountable goal for businesses.” Amy King, Chair of the Sustainability subcommittee, adds, “it is proven that businesses who report their gender pay gap are better positioned to meet international standards and contribute to the global effort to achieve more sustainable business practices. Aside from being the right thing to do, there is growing evidence to demonstrate that gender pay gap reporting can increase profitability. This is an area we will be exploring in more depth in 2025.”

A warm welcome to our new members! Peter Stent – Director – Team Head – Family Office Team, HSBC Trustee C.I Limited Rosemary Satchwell – Head of Compliance, Evelyn Partners Russ Mathew – Managing Director, IPM Limited Stuart Gray – Director, Jersey Energy Charlotte Bisson – Founder, Bite Sized Social Limited #IoDJersey #IoDMembership

The IoD Professional Development Committee is looking forward to meeting everyone at the event on Friday, see you there! Event details: 💡 Are you a business professional or graduate curious about advancing your leadership skills? Join us for a drop-in session with the IoD Professional Development Committee to learn more about the IoD Certificate in Company Direction (ALC). 📅 When: 12- 2pm, 18 October 📍 Where: Second Floor, NatWest International St Helier Come along to session, where graduates and professionals from various sectors, including finance, law, and tech, will be sharing their personal experiences with the IoD Jersey Accelerated Leadership Course (ALC). What to expect: ✅ Insights on why they chose the ALC and how it has impacted their careers ✅ What they enjoyed about the face-to-face course delivery in Jersey ✅ Tips for tackling the exams and getting the most out of the course ✅ Real examples of how they are applying ALC knowledge in their day-to-day roles Whether you're considering the ALC for yourself or simply looking for professional development guidance, this is a great chance to chat informally with those who have been through the programme. No need to book, just pop in and see us on 18 October. #iodjersey

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