Welcome to the home of IoD Suffolk. The Institute of Directors in Suffolk aims high with what it hopes to achieve. This branch of IoD exists to provide assistance for business leaders, to encourage local business people to connect with each other, learn new skills and techniques and to prosper in these uncertain times.
Institute of Directors Suffolk aims to offer a range of events to cater for all interests and to reflect the diverse trades and industries which make Suffolk a thriving hub of business.
It also offers creative expertise in approaching business decisions and dilemma’s in a unique and fresh way through its Creativity Club.
Also, there is the IoD Suffolk Magazine, a jewel in our crown! The magazine features the latest events and happenings in Suffolk and has features from the county’s leading businesses.
Finally, IoD would not be able to provide any of this without our sponsors (list and link) and we are thankful of their support.
Whatever business you are in, from large to small and everything in between, IoD Suffolk is here to help you thrive and grow.
Paul Winter
IoD Suffolk Branch Chairman
IoD Suffolk Branch offers a variety of local networking opportunities and will keep you informed of events and local business issues in your area.
The range of events includes business breakfasts, discussion groups and dinners with influential speakers. These events provide a perfect opportunity to meet with your fellow members, wherever you are based.
Make sure you have registered to receive the monthly broadcast e-mail to ensure you hear about events as they are confirmed - Members should upgrade their profile by logging into the IoD web site and changing their e-mail subscription details via the link below. Non-members can also receive event information by e-mailing the branch to caroline@iod-suffolk.co.uk to be added to the branch list.
The IoD Suffolk Magazine is the jewel in our crown! The magazine is published on a quarterly basis with a readership of over 25,000. It features the latest events and happenings in Suffolk and has features from the county’s leading businesses.
If you are interested in receiving a copy or advertising within the magazine please contact Jonathan Tilston at Tilston Phillips Magazines either by email to jonathan@tilstonphillips.com or call 01473 286155.
To View the latest copy of the magazine click here
L to R: Paul Winter, IoD Suffolk Chairman and Celia Hodson, Founding Chief Executive of The Enterprise Hub
IoD members in Suffolk and beyond can benefit from a new partnership with the Eastern Enterprise Hub –providing free access to a dedicated workstation in the new e-touchdown service.
E-touchdown opened its doors for business at the Hub HQ on the Ipswich waterfront in February 2012 and aims to offer a more stimulating environment than the cubical approach to hot-desking and business incubation. Instead, the mission is to deliver an innovative and highly creative community for entrepreneurs to come together and do business.
Enterprises based in e-touchdown will have access to an expanding peer-to-peer network of entrepreneurs and corporate leaders who can help with business plans and offer specialist advice.
E-touchdown will be open for use by all business people and, with no long-lease arrangements; space can be booked for as little as an hour. There is access to meeting rooms, including the ‘Aquarium’ overlooking Ipswich waterfront. IoD members can take advantage of reduced hire charges for the Aquarium.
The IoD e-touchdown hot-desk is available free of charge to members on a first-come, first-served basis and is bookable by the day or by the hour. Please call Chris Shutt on 01473 527100 or email chris.shutt@eehub.co.uk
IoD Suffolk Branch Annual Members’ Meeting – 22nd May 2012
The 2012 IoD Suffolk Branch Annual Members’ Meeting will take place at 9.30am on 22nd May 2012, after the May Breakfast Event at The West Wing, Ickworth House, Bury St Edmunds. All members are welcome to attend the meeting free of charge.
Nominations are invited to join the IoD Committee. Details regarding eligibility are available on request from the Branch Administrator Caroline Kearney.
Annual Members Meeting May 2012 - FInal Notice
Minutes of the last Meeting held on 7th April 2011
Initial notice of IoD Suffolk 2012 AMM
Nomination form for IoD Suffolk Committee
IoD Suffolk Chairman’s Report 2011
L to R: Chris Parkhouse, Regional IoD Chairman and Richard Wilson, Winner
Cambridge, 14 March, 2012 - Chris Parkhouse, Chairman of the Institute of Directors (IoD) in the East of England today announced the winner of the East of England Director of the Year Award.
The East of England Director of the Year Award rewards excellence and leadership. Entries were received from across the East of England, and the winner was selected by a panel comprising of the Regional Chairman and the Chairmen of the IoD Branches in Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex and Hertfordshire. The winner of the East of England Director of the Year Award 2012 is:
Public Sector Director of the Year RICHARD WILSON, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OF TIGA
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We would like to take this opportunity to thank to our events programme sponsors who make it possible for us to run such successful events, they are:-
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.
Caroline Kearney