A Message to Our Members from IoD South West Chair Muir Macdonald
The current situation is changing daily and the Institute, like all organisations, is constantly reviewing the support we can offer members during this challenging time for all of us. Here in the South West, as nationally, it’s important we keep the show on the road as far as is possible and sensible. We’re adapting as we go to your needs and the ways we can do this through technology. This Wednesday (25th) we’ll have our first virtual Wednesday @ 6 networking session from 6-8pm, assuming Zoom allows us the capacity! But we want to give it a go because, as we all know, interaction is really important so we don’t feel isolated or alone in this in any way.
In addition there are a few points I want you to be aware of:
- Our Director General Jon Geldart is in almost daily contact with the Business Secretary and the policy team is in close dialogue with central government departments including the Treasury. Our regional and national directors are in touch with devolved and local government. If members are unsure the impact this can have, check out the
minutes of the Bank of England interest rate setting committee, in which they reference a ‘timely survey’ from the IoD which influenced their decision to cut rates (it was the only business survey on Covid out at the time).
- Please refer to the
IoD Covid 19 Hub launching the coronavirus hub with useful links, explainers and other support and reading: it’s being updated regularly.
- Be aware of the IoD email that has been set up for those with ideas to help members: ideas@iod.com
Directors are facing challenges yet are also a critical part of helping the country (and planet) out of this, and be fitter for the future. We are all right behind you.
Most of all, stay safe, take no unnecessary risks, and reinforce that with loved ones and colleagues.
IoD South West's first virtual Wednesday @ 6 meeting will take place from 6pm Wednesday 25th March, to be kindly hosted by IoD Bristol Member Kirsten Hemingway of Unai – use the link here https://zoom.us/j/4406749390 if you wish to join her and other IoD Members.
Entries and nominations are now open for the South West Director of the Year Awards 2020
As we approach a new decade in business, IoD South West is looking for top business leaders to step forward for the Director of the Year Awards 2020 where we will celebrate the very best business leaders within our community.
Don't miss the opportunity to nominate yourself or someone you know who deserves to be acknowledged among peers.
Simon Face, Regional Director for the South West said "In uncertain times leadership and strong governance have never been more important to successful directors. These IoD Awards celebrate and showcase the best directors in the region who have demonstrated they are able to adapt, seize opportunities and strive in an ever changing world. We would encourage you to consider entering these awards with the added bonus of the winners of each category receiving a year's complimentary IoD membership, courtesy of the category sponsors."
Please note the deadline for entries has been extended to Midday Monday 1st June.
An evening celebration event will take place on a date tbc in September at the superbly refurbished Origin in Bristol.
Director of the Year - Non-Executive
Director of the Year - Young
Director of the Year - Innovation
Director of the Year - Public Sector
Director of the Year - Third Sector
Director of the Year - Family
Director of the Year - International
Director of the Year - Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Director of the Year - Social Value and Sustainability Impact Award
Director of the Year - start-Up (exempt for IoD Student Members)
Director of the Year - SME (less than £10 million t/o)
Director of the Year - Mid-Market (£10 to £50 million t/o)
Director of the Year - Large Business (more than £50 million t/o)
Chairman's Award for Excellence in Director and Board Practice NOMINATIONS ONLY
Please note the mid-market category is equivalent to National Small-Medium company
With thanks to our category sponsors
Bristol Airport - International
Burges Salmon - Large Business
Smith & Williamson - Mid Market
University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) - Innovation
Find out more
Nominate or enter now
Thank you to our Media Partner Swindon, Bath and Bristol Business News.
Almost100 members and guests attended an event at Aerospace Bristol, home of the last Concorde ever built. The fantastic evening was kindly sponsored by BMW who showcased some of their new range of cars. Please visit our events page for your opportunity to attend our latest events.
