The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland (CGIUKI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Linda Ford as its new Chief Executive Officer. Linda will take up the role in late September 2025, succeeding current CEO Sara Drake, who has led the Institute since 2019.

Our 2025 survey is your chance to influence CGIUKI’s direction and priorities. Your views matter – and help us tailor the benefits, services and opportunities we offer to better support you and your career

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Professor Andrew Kakabadse, a globally respected academic and a pioneering figure in the governance and leadership community.

Recent conversations with members, from Governance North in Manchester to the Black Excellence Awards, highlighted a clear message: we must raise the visibility of governance professionals and celebrate the value they bring