Speaking up for business leaders
Policy and governance
The IoD has always spoken out, without fear or favour, on behalf of its members. We advance the case for business in government, parliament, the media and other influential forums. We listen to our members to ensure that our advocacy work is driven by what matters to you.
Listen
Our expert advisory groups lead on key issues for UK directors, tapping into member expertise and experience, and listening to their views to gain real-world insights into the challenges UK businesses face.
Engage
Because broad stakeholder engagement promotes collaboration, debate and mutual understanding, we take a multi-stakeholder approach that includes the perspectives of board members, investors, business policy makers, academics, and employees.
Influence
As the UK’s leading voice for business leaders, we represent your views and campaign on your behalf on a range of issues affecting business from trade to taxation, enterprise to education. Add your voice to ours to influence the discussions that matter.
Expert Advisory Groups
Our expert advisory groups help us convey member issues to policy makers. These groups currently cover; Corporate Governance, Sustainability, Tax, Economy, Entrepreneurship, Future of the Workforce, Tech, Science and Innovation and Inclusion and Diversity.
IoD policy team
Policy Voice
Individually, it’s hard to be heard. Add your voice to your fellow IoD members to influence conversations about issues that matter to the business community. Join the discussion now.
IoD Centre for Corporate Governance
Explore current issues in corporate governance, company stewardship and ESG for the benefit of the business community and wider society.
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.
International
For practising executive and non-executive directors or equivalents based overseas.
Associate
For aspiring directors, former directors and those who work closely with directors.
Student
For students looking for a competitive advantage when applying for jobs or setting up a business.
Join us
Connect with other directors, develop yourself and influence the people that matter.
Free registration with IoD
Stay up-to-date on issues that affect directors and get access to free resources.