This essential half-day programme is specifically designed for individuals newly appointed to the role of Company Secretary, as well as those providing company secretarial support within organisations incorporated under Irish company law. Effective company secretaries are more valuable than ever. But that value depends on up-to-date skills, contacts and expertise.

Develop and improve the critical skills to chair effective meetings.

In today’s complex landscape, boards are under increasing pressure to not only meet legal obligations but to lead with integrity, inclusivity, and vision. This one-day workshop challenges senior leaders to reimagine the boardroom as a driver of equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion (EEDI) - not as a checkbox, but as a strategic advantage.

Master effective communications with Boards and senior executives and build a trusted advisor profile — moving from the shadows to credible influencer. Navigate grey areas: politics, conflicts, confidentiality, and legal privilege. Demonstrate presence and impact when speaking, drafting, and advising. Anticipate and shape conversations at the most senior levels.

EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE! Governance Guernsey 2026 will return in October, for a day-filled with insight, debate, reflections and networking.

Governance is more than structures and processes – it’s a cultural practice that shapes how organisations think, decide and act. The Governance Experiment is follows the tradition of the literary salon, inviting members to explore governance through a more imaginative lens.

Subsidiary Governance Essentials: Laying the Foundations for Effective Oversight

Develop your governance knowledge and skills to tackle the core day-to-day aspects of a Company Secretary role.

Learn how to in tackle the governance responsibilities of a Company Secretary.