IoD Northern Ireland
A community for directors across Northern Ireland
Across Northern Ireland, directors are navigating an increasingly complex business landscape, making local connections and high-impact professional development more important than ever. The IoD in Northern Ireland brings together leaders with all levels of experience, connecting and representing them through professional networks, events and professional development opportunities.
IoD Northern Ireland is proud to support our business leaders to drive long-term success and contribute to a thriving national economy – providing the insights, connections and advocacy they need and championing directors’ priorities and representing their voices nationally.
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Meet the chair
A chartered accountant, John is non–executive chairman of Titanic Quarter Limited and holds directorships in additional companies.
His experience spans a raft of senior roles across the accountancy sector, including KPMG and RSM Chartered Accountants. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Directors, Fellow of Chartered Accounts Ireland, and Past Chairman of Ulster Society of Chartered Accountants Ireland.
IoD Women's Leadership Conference 2026
Watch the highlight video of the IoD NI Women’s Leadership Conference 2026, which took place on 6th March in the Crowne Plaza Hotel Belfast.
IoD NI Skills & Workplace Forum Action Plan
Northern Ireland’s weak skills system must change to ensure the local economy can be competitive and attractive into the future, a new report urges today.
The IoD NI Skills & Workplace Forum Action Report sets out a series of recommendations for the NI Executive, business and the voluntary and community sector with a view to addressing skills shortages and ensuring Northern Ireland has the workforce it needs to grow the local economy now and into the coming decades.
DirectorNI Magazine
In this issue, we explore:
- Channel 4 Chief to address Institute of Directors Annual Dinner
- Community Foundation NI: The power of people and communities
- Gut instinct: a risky way to build your future team
- From Governance to Growth: The Strategic Value of NEDs in Driving Scale & Resilience
- Directors’ Duties – avoiding personal liability for health & safety breaches
- Nothing ‘casual’ about proposed changes to zero-hours contracts
- Member News, New Members and event photos & lots more!
The Chartered Director Programme combines professional development with access to a network and the assurance of a recognised qualification. It has been one of the best learning experiences I have been through, and I was able to progress at my own pace. I was also part of a cohort of talented individuals which allowed me to tap into a diverse range of perspectives and experiences.
Join today
Membership is open to everyone, from aspiring directors to those with senior-level responsibilities. Depending on your experience and the benefits you need, there are different tiers available.
Professional development
Find online courses from the IoD or in-person courses across Northern Ireland.
IoD Professional Benefits Programme
Access special member offers on a wide range of products and services for your business and personal needs. Select an offer for more details.
Northern Ireland team
John Hansen
Heather White
Chelsea Brennan
Kirsty McManus
