Diversity in Institute of Directors is a "priority"

Thursday 08 June 2017

The Institute of Directors (IoD) has announced plans to attract a more diverse membership to its over 600-strong community, focusing on young women and a greater variety of ages.

Speaking at a recent Annual Members Meeting (AMM), Chair Chris Clark described increased diversity and community engagement as a “priority”.

“We have aspirations as an organisation to not only drive better business and a better economy but also a better community. We live in a social age and it’s important for us to acknowledge that working towards a common beneficial purpose for our wider community can have a positive impact where diversity and inclusion are concerned,” he commented.

The news comes as the organisation unveils its new-look female-led team, consisting of Rebecca Brewer, Mary Curtis, Lesley Dickie, Becky Hill, Shelley Kendrick, Adam Riddell, John Shenton, Lisa Springate and Ross Willcox. Kirsten Higgins will remain as Branch Officer, a role she has now held for a decade.

Chris Clark, IoD Jersey Chair: “Increasing the attractiveness of the IoD to a more diverse membership remains a priority, particularly in reaching out to more women and a greater diversity in age."

“We can be proud of what we have achieved this year, and to that end I’d like to say a big thank you to our committee members for their hard work. At the same time, I’m pleased to welcome our new committee for the what is likely to be a busy and exciting year ahead. In particular I’m pleased to confirm that the topic for our Annual Debate this year on 21^st September will be ‘Funding the Future’, when we intend to explore the elements of our economy that make up the Island’s rich tapestry and the challenges we are likely to face in the years to come.”