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  • 6 Aug 2026
  • Online

Insightful leadership  Engaging with global economic trends

Join the Institute of Directors and the University of St Andrews Business School for an exclusive preview of the Global Certificate in Company Direction taster session, a programme developed by experienced directors for senior leaders.

In this taster session “Insightful Leadership: Engaging with Global Economic Trends," Anna will share valuable insights to support effective board leadership and strategic decision-making.

She will also discuss the evolving global economic landscape and its impact on strategic governance and board-level decision making.

In this session, we will explore: 

  •  Key global economic trends shaping board-level decisions today.   

  • The Impact of geopolitical events on market stability and strategic board considerations.   

  • Effective strategies for boards to navigate risks in a volatile economic environment.

  • The foundations of informed, long-term decision-making in a rapidly evolving global economy.

Speakers

Anna Leach

Anna Leach is the Chief Economist at the IoD. She serves on the steering committee for the Royal Economic Society Women in Economics Network, which seeks to support the career development of women in economics and is responsible for collaborations. Prior to joining the IoD, Anna served as Deputy Chief Economist at the CBI, where she led workstreams across macroeconomics, surveys, and consulting. Her accomplished background also includes roles within the Government Economic Service, HM
Treasury, and the DWP.

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