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Events
Upcoming & Recent Events
The Directors' Institute - World Council of Directors is proud to announce the "Corporate Governance Excellence Summit & Awards 2025," a landmark event celebrating exceptional contributions to corporate governance and ESG. This grand gathering will host thousands of senior-level professionals, along with esteemed ambassadors and other influential personalities as guests of honour. The event will serve as a platform to recognise and award individuals and organisations whose efforts have significantly advanced the principles of good governance and sustainability, fostering a brighter future for the corporate world.
Directors' Institute - World Council Of Directors, a division of World Development Corporation in collaboration with World Association for Small and Medium Enterprises (WASME), a United Nations Observer and Consultant, hosted a prestigious summit in New Delhi, bringing together ambassadors and diplomats from around the globe to discuss key issues in corporate governance and ESG strategies aligned with the UNSDGs.
The Directors' Institute - World Council of Directors recently conducted a highly successful Live Seminar in Dubai, attended by numerous CXOs and senior-level professionals. The event fostered insightful discussions and valuable networking opportunities, leaving participants enriched and inspired. Building on this tremendous success, the Directors' Institute plans to continue hosting such impactful seminars in Dubai, further strengthening their commitment to knowledge sharing and professional growth.
Join us for an exclusive session with Anita Ganti, a multifaceted leader—Independent Director, Technology Executive, Advisor, and Investor—on August 29, 2023, at 7:30 PM. Hosted by the Directors' Institute - World Council of Directors, the session delves into "Unlocking the Path: Qualifications and Onboarding for Independent Directors in the US."
Don't miss this opportunity to gain invaluable insights into the essentials of becoming and thriving as an independent director in the competitive U.S. landscape. Book your spot today!
Get ready for an exclusive session featuring Bhavana Bindra, a trailblazer in the business world. As the Managing Director of REHAU South Asia and a distinguished Board Member of Kennametal India Limited, join the exclusive session at the Directors' Institute - World Council of Directors.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from a visionary leader. Stay tuned for more updates!
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This is an exclusive event, the content of this workshop cannot be found online, this event cannot be rescheduled or postponed.
Get a chance to hear from leading board members who have successfully transitioned their companies to be future-ready.
We will be sharing actionable strategies and illustrative case studies to give you a concrete understanding of how to prepare your board for the future.
You can take the board eligibility test for free, and get access to the NED Remuneration Report
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The Directors' Institute is excited to announce an exclusive session with Priyanka Gulati, Partner at Grant Thornton Human Capital Consulting, Board Independent Director, and Angel Investor. Priyanka Gulati will share her expertise in interpreting financial statements and uncovering hidden insights in this session, titled "Reading Between the Lines: The Financial Statement."
Learn how to navigate financial reports, identify key indicators, and make sound decisions. Do not pass up this chance to improve your financial literacy and gain knowledge from Priyanka Gulati's extensive experience in financial consulting, board governance, and angel investing.
Dr. Sailesh Haribhakti shares his insight on the changing faces of the Boardroom in this age of rapidly emerging technology and growing consensus of the business community in regards to adopting sustainable strategies to benefit the environment and society. He has been in the finance industry for several decades for now and has accumulated the bounty of knowledge and experience that he gracefully shared in this interview. Over the span of his expansive career, he started as a chartered and cost accountant and then eventually an internal auditor, certified financial planner, fraud examiner, Board Chairman and Independent Director and a visionary in Exponential Tech (ExTech), ESG and Integrated Reporting (IR).
Dr. Haribhakti was interviewed by Mr. Zeeshaan Pathan who is the Group managing Director and CEO at World Development Corporation. He has been bestowed with the prestigious title of being amongst the “Top 20 Successful Indian Changemakers”. He was a coveted speaker on the esteemed TedEx platform.
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We are thrilled to have Priyadarshini Lakshminarayanan, a prominent Diversity & Inclusion Specialist, Independent Board Director, Business Leader, and Banker, join us for an exclusive session on Emotional Intelligence in the Boardroom. Elevate your leadership skills with this insightful event hosted by Directors' Institute.
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We are thrilled to announce an upcoming live interview on Facetime with Leaders, hosted by Directors' Institute! Join us for an enlightening conversation with the distinguished Mr. Shailesh Haribhakti, a Chartered and Cost Accountant, Internal Auditor, and Certified Financial Planner & Fraud Examiner and Independent Director on multiple boards. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from a seasoned industry expert! Stay tuned for further details
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Directors’ Institute is extremely overjoyed and excited to announce an exclusive live session on the topic of Board Responsibility On Risk Management by none other than Ms. Neera Saggi who has been serving as the Independent Director on multiple boards, arbitrator, a retired IAS Officer and the Ex President of Bombay chamber of Commerce and Industry. Don’t forget to tune in.
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Introducing the world's first podcast hosted entirely by artificial intelligence! Join our AI hosts as they explore the latest in technology, science, and culture. With expert insights and cutting-edge analysis, these digital personalities provide a unique perspective on the world around us.
From deep dives into the latest research in Corporate Governance to lively discussions about the latest trends in different Industries, our AI hosts have it all covered. So sit back, relax, and get ready to learn from the best virtual minds in the business. Tune in to our AI-hosted podcast today!