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IoD members enjoy the benefits of having an influential organisation on their side in representing their concerns to government, and at their side in providing professional business support wherever it is needed.
With effect from January 2011 the East Midlands Regional Office is housed within the Nottingham Conference Centre in the heart of the city centre. This is part of the newly refurbished Nottingham Trent University and gives members access to The Directors Lounge free of charge and to bookable private meeting rooms.
Contact Sue Charlesworth for more information on 0115 8486190.
Do you have what it takes to stand out from the crowd?
The search is now on for the Director of the YearWe are looking for entries to our regional awards which have been expanded this year to recognise the excellence of directors in the region. The categories of award are:
Director of the YearDirector of the Year (large company)Director of the Year (small and medium company)Young Director of the YearFamily Business Director of the YearDirector of the Year (Public Sector/ Third Sector) International Director of the Year.
The awards aim to celebrate the achievements of the region's most hardworking and innovative business leaders and are open to both IoD members and non-members of director level or equivalent status.
Five Great Reasons to EnterThe benefits of entering these awards extend far beyond picking up one of the prestigious trophies. Here are five great reasons:
1. Invaluable positive press coverage to help raise your businesses profile2. Celebrate your businesses achievements to gain prestige and recognition from peers3. Impress potential investors, stakeholders and increase your business growth4. Boost staff morale and help attract high quality new staff5. Network with fellow entrepreneurs
So, could you be the next winner of one of these prestigious awards or is there someone you’d like to nominate?
The winners will be revealed at an exclusive business lunch in Spring 2012 will also be entered into the IoD’s Director of the Year Awards UK Finals to be announced in September 2012.
Entries can be submitted via e-mail and the form is available here
For further information please call 0115 848 6190. CLOSING DATE: 29th February 2012
The Institute of Directors (IoD) brand is regarded as one of the top UK business-to-business brands, and because of its clearly defined, high net worth member base is a desirable partner for companies and corporate sponsors. The Institute has over 46,000 members spread across the UK with over 2000 of those in the East Midlands.
Covering the major cities of Derby, Leicester and Nottingham and their surrounding counties, together with Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire our region has a very diverse manufacturing and service economy. Our executive level and highly influential members manage some of the most innovative and vibrant companies in the UK - the ideal target audience for many companies and service providers.
IoD East Midlands now has a range of activities and events available for sponsorship any one of which could provide you with an ideal opportunity to access this powerful, decision making business community. Sponsorship opportunities include:
For full details please contact Ron Lynch or Sue Charlesworth
We are always keen to hear from members on issues affecting their businesses. Recently, we have represented members' views on issues such as the recession, public procurement, transport, prompt payment, economic development, business support and much more. So, if you have an important issue or concern that affects you as a director or your business please get in touch by e-mailing Ron Lynch
As a member you are automatically assigned a branch and encouraged to give your views on local issues and take advantage of networking opportunities in your area. All members are welcome to attend events at any branch.
Sue Charlesworth