Earlier this year the Institute of Directors members’ listed their top concerns. These included geopolitical tensions, economic slowdown, cybersecurity risks, and a potential trade war.

Whether you're navigating growth or managing change, there is an opportunity to learn from experts and exchange ideas with peers who understand the current challenges for business.

On 8th October 2025, between 5pm and 8.15pm at University of Bradford, the IoD invite you to an edition of the IoD Better Director Series: Creating certainty in an uncertain world”.

In a world defined by constant change, economic shifts, technological leaps, political unrest, and personal upheavals, uncertainty often feels like the only certainty we have.

Businesses, of all sizes, check forecasts, seek expert opinions, and rely on data, yet the future resists being neatly pinned down. And still, humans crave stability. We look for anchors, values, routines, knowledge, or beliefs that help us navigate the unknown.

To help you navigate these challenges, the IoD are bringing together an exceptional lineup of speakers and thought leaders:

Allie Renison, Director at SEC Newgate UK and former adviser to the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, sharing her expertise on global trade.
Anna Leach, IoD Chief Economist, with the latest economic analysis and outlook
John Browett, Chair of the IoD and Octopus Group, on how the IoD supports leaders in turbulent times.
Dr. Vikas Shah MBE DL, experienced NED and business leader, offering actionable insights on navigating risk.
Sarah Waddington CBE CDir ChartPR, who will facilitate the panel and ensure your key questions are answered.

Following the keynote speakers and panel, attendees can enjoy networking over refreshments with directors and senior leaders from across the North.

This is opportunity to connect with peers, exchange insights, and strengthen your professional network.

https://www.iod.com/events/better_director_series_creating_certainty_in_an_uncertain_world1583151579/

Join us in the city of culture for 2025, Bradford for the next instalment of the IoD's Better Director Series: Creating certainty in an uncertain world.

The tension between uncertainty and our search for certainty shapes not only how we make decisions but also how we find meaning. Exploring where certainty can be found.

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