IoD Wales
A community for directors across Wales
Across Wales, directors are navigating an increasingly complex business landscape, making local connections and high-impact professional development more important than ever. The IoD in Wales brings together leaders with all levels of experience, connecting and representing them through professional networks, events and professional development opportunities.
IoD Wales 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.
Ar draws Cymru, mae cyfarwyddwyr yn llywio tirwedd fusnes gynyddol gymhleth, gan wneud cysylltiadau lleol a datblygiad proffesiynol effaith uchel yn bwysicach nag erioed. Mae’r IoD yng Nghymru yn dod ag arweinwyr o bob lefel o brofiad ynghyd, gan eu cysylltu a’u cynrychioli trwy rwydweithiau proffesiynol, digwyddiadau a chyfleoedd datblygiad proffesiynol.
Mae IoD Cymru yn falch o gefnogi ein harweinwyr busnes i yrru llwyddiant hirdymor a chyfrannu at economi genedlaethol ffyniannus – gan ddarparu’r mewnwelediadau, y cysylltiadau a’r eiriolaeth sydd eu hangen arnynt a hyrwyddo blaenoriaethau cyfarwyddwyr a chynrychioli eu lleisiau’n genedlaethol.
Regions
Meet the chair
Richard Selby MBE DL is National Chair of IoD Wales and co-founder of Pro Steel Engineering. A respected business leader, he has driven growth and strengthened engagement across Wales. An experienced non-executive director, he delivers impact across business and the charitable sector. Awarded an MBE for services to the Welsh economy and charity, he champions leadership excellence, economic development and collaboration, representing Welsh business at regional and national levels.
Richard Selby MBE DL yw Cadeirydd Cenedlaethol IoD Cymru a chyd-sylfaenydd Pro Steel Engineering. Yn arweinydd busnes uchel ei barch, mae wedi sbarduno twf a chryfhau ymgysylltiad ledled Cymru. Yn gyfarwyddwr anweithredol profiadol, mae’n cyflawni effaith ar draws busnesau a’r sector elusennol. Wedi’i ddyfarnu’n MBE am wasanaethau i economi ac elusennau Cymru, mae’n hyrwyddo rhagoriaeth arweinyddiaeth, datblygiad economaidd a chydweithio, gan gynrychioli busnesau Cymru ar lefelau rhanbarthol a chenedlaethol.
IoD Wales Manifesto 2026
We are proud to launch our 2026 Manifesto for Wales, a bold, strategic vision for strengthening Welsh business and leadership in a time of economic change.
Built from extensive engagement with our members, policy ambassadors, branch committees and wider business community across North, Mid, South and South-West Wales, this manifesto reflects the priorities directors have identified as critical for growth, resilience and sustainable success.
Our manifesto sets out practical, evidence-informed recommendations for how Government, business and civic partners can work together to unlock opportunity, drive innovation and ensure Wales thrives at home and on the global stage.
Grounded in collaboration, inclusivity and a long-term perspective, the 2026 Manifesto outlines how Wales can create the conditions for economic prosperity, talent retention, and lasting impact for communities across the nation, whether decisions are taken in the Senedd, Westminster or beyond.
Why join the IoD?
If you are thinking about joining IoD Wales but are not sure if it is right for you, then listen to what some of our members have to say about why they joined.
Director of the Year Awards
The IoD Director of the Year Awards celebrates the achievements of the outstanding business leaders in our society.
Open to all – whether you’re an executive, non-executive, partner or even a chief constable – we want to hear about the work you’re doing as a senior decision-maker to help build a better world through business.
We are building a more diverse and inclusive community of directors to help us unlock the innovative thinking needed to boost regional growth.
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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.
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Wales team
Richard Selby
