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Board Matters

Institute of Directorswww.iod.org.nz

Board Matters is an ongoing podcast series that addresses governance topics and issues that matter most to boards and directors in Aotearoa New Zealand.


Each season, podcast host Steven Moe speaks to leading directors from different industries, delving into their experiences and giving them an opportunity to share their perspectives on themes and issues such as conflicts of interest, navigating tension in the boardroom, SMEs, building diversity, the importance of workplace health and safety, the role of the chair, and much more.


Season 4 launches 30 April 2025 exploring what’s front of mind for directors in New Zealand, including return on capital, climate as a competitive edge, what it means to adapt rapidly to new technology, and the elements of a high performing chair. All this and more as host Steven Moe looks at the long, and short-term impacts for directors in the year ahead.


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Board Matters is brought to you by the Institute of Directors with support from the Advanced Directors Course. 

To access governance tools and resources or to find out more, head to iod.org.nz

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Episodes

‘Assessing risk and engaging smart people’ - Ben Irving

In this episode, Ben Irving delves into return on capital (ROC), risk and technology, why it can be difficult for boards to see what's under the hood, and how boards can attract younger directors. Plus, insights of entrepreneurship from a young age, and what it means to drive initiatives that benefit the wider community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 27, 202524 minSeason 4Ep. 5

‘The hive mentality and financial performance’- Mike Sang

In this episode, Mike Sang shares why good companies attract great talent and the importance of businesses staying true to their core values. He delves into the cyclical nature of honey production and giving back to the environment, drawing parallels for board culture, productivity and financial performance. Find out more, including why hierarchical power can obstruct open discussion between the board and management. Mike is a professional independent director with over 25 years’ experience work...

May 20, 202525 minSeason 4Ep. 4

‘Short term pain for long term gain’ - Kate Bromfield

In this episode, Kate Bromfield delves into the ways companies can effectively transition to a sustainable business model that protects the environment while also making a profit. Find out why companies struggle in the short to medium term strategic transition to climate change, emissions reductions, and environmental sustainability, but why short-term pain is inevitable when working towards a longer-term climate vision. Kate is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors (CMInstD), and has...

May 13, 202523 minSeason 4Ep. 3
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