Strengthening board pathways

Dear Members,

Directorship is a journey of continuous learning and impact. This month, we celebrate many recent milestones while opening new pathways for directors to connect and lead with confidence. 

Celebrating milestones 
SID Lifetime Membership pins were presented to members last month in recognition of their longstanding commitment to SID. We celebrated our Silver Jubilee at the 25th SID Golf Tournament at Sentosa Golf Club, which brought together directors, business leaders and partners for a day of camaraderie and competition.

Our flagship Board Readiness Programme (BRP) has just seen its third cohort graduate and registration for the next cohort, beginning in September 2026, is now open. We also held the final in-person session of the SGOOD 2.0 Programme 2025-26 which brought together over 120 nonprofit leaders for reflection and peer exchange. 

Listed Entity highlights 
In our push towards building strong communities, our LED Exchange Forum has been launched as a new community of practice. The inaugural Qualified Listed Entity Director (QLED) Badge was awarded, recognising those who have completed SID’s listed entity training pathway. And we successfully ran the first session of the LED Module 10: Board Strategy for Value Up, aligned with the MAS–SGX Value Unlock initiative. 

Community events
As part of our Accredited Directors Series, accredited directors attended an exclusive session hosted by SID in partnership with Temasek’s Ecosperity Week 2026 on Climate Governance in Focus. We also partnered with IMD Business School, where Professor Ben Bryant introduced the Five Leadership Muscles framework to our member community. View upcoming sessions here.

In addition, we hosted our second Corporate Members Appreciation evening, which offered our corporate members and partners a chance to connect, exchange perspectives and explore deeper collaboration.

Upcoming opportunities
Look out for two upcoming Current Topic webinars, which are complimentary for members. The topics include Board in Strategy: The 2026 Strategy Brief for Directors on 17 June and Rates and Engagement with Advisory Boards, with insights on remuneration benchmarks in the largest global study by Advisory Board Centre, on 29 June.

Our upcoming in-person Pit-Stop sessions will add practical insights, with Internal Audit in Transition on 1 July exploring how internal audit is evolving, and How Search Firms Work in Board Selection on 16 July examining how organisations identify and appoint directors.

The SID Art Chapter will host Nowhere Like Home, a private film screening and networking evening on 18 June. On 22 June, we will be launching the inaugural Singapore Workplace Report with Gallup, graced by Minister of State Dinesh Vasu Dash. And from 25–27 June, the Vietnam-Singapore Board Forum – SID’s first overseas conference – will gather directors and C-suite leaders to exchange ideas on AI, green capital, sustainability and cross-border growth in Ha Long Bay.

Directorship pathways
July marks the launch of the SID–IoD Accelerated Certificate in Company Direction (13–18 July), hosted for the first time in Asia. This six-day programme offers participants access to both the SID accreditation and the IoD’s Chartered Director pathways. 

Our flagship Listed Entity Director Programme (7–14 July) and LED Bridging Programme (May–October), which provide essential training for aspiring directors of Singapore listed companies, are also open for registration.

Digital and Tech Forum
Join us for the inaugural SID Digital and Tech Forum on 31 July, where we will launch the AI Guide for Boards in Singapore and feature conversations with OpenAI and Microsoft. The event will be graced by Guest-of-Honour, Minister for Digital Development and Information, Mrs Josephine Teo.

Annual Conference
Looking further ahead, early bird registration is now open until 30 June for the annual SID Directors Conference on 28 August, themed New Game, New Rules: Do Boards Need a Reset? 

SID remains committed to strengthening governance, advancing social impact and equipping directors to lead with confidence. If you are not yet an SID member, you can enrol now to enjoy 50% off your first-year subscription fee – available for individual, corporate and nonprofit membership.

See you soon at our SID events! 

HIGHLIGHTS

SID Digital and Tech Forum 2026
31 July 2026 | 12.30pm – 5.30pm
PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay

The SID Digital and Tech Forum 2026 is SID’s inaugural forum for board directors and senior leaders navigating the opportunities and risks of rapid technological change. Graced by Guest-of-Honour, Minister for Digital Development and Information, Mrs Josephine Teo, the forum will convene leaders across business, technology and governance for a timely discussion on how boards can govern innovation, risk and transformation. A key highlight of the programme is the launch of the AI Guide for Boards in Singapore, alongside a conversation with OpenAI and Microsoft on “Governing the Speed of Change” and a board-focused panel on how boards turn technology aspiration into execution.

SID Directors Conference 2026
New Game, New Rules: Do Boards Need a Reset?
28 August 2026 | 9.30am – 5.30pm
Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre

From the ravages of war and natural disasters, to tariffs and pandemics, how can boards recalibrate and lead in an increasingly fractious world? What can directors do to strengthen resilience and navigate disruptions? The SID Directors Conference 2026 on New Game, New Rules: Do Boards Need a Reset? will explore best practices in governance and strategy to create sustainable value for their organisations through expert insights, robust discussions and interactive engagement. 

Guest-of-Honour
Indranee Rajah
Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office,
Second Minister for Finance and National Development

Early bird registration ends 30 June 2026.

UPCOMING COURSES & EVENTS

Board in Strategy: The 2026 Strategy Brief for Directors
(Complimentary for members)
17 June 2026 | 3.00pm – 5.00pm | Online Webcast

This webinar introduces the board's distinctive role in strategy during an era of systemic economic flux. Geopolitical realignment and technological acceleration are reshaping sentiments and demand, while capital market and stakeholder expectations continue to recalibrate. Boards must now sharpen their strategic posture. This introductory session frames why strategy is a more pronounced board duty than ever before. Participants are introduced to the four-dimensional board perspective: creating value, eradicating/mitigating value disruption, unlocking value, and accelerating value creation.

Art Chapter
Nowhere Like Home – A Documentary on Caregiving
18 June 2026 | 5.30pm – 7.30pm | Suntec City

Join us for an exclusive evening of networking, paired with a private screening of a short film presented in collaboration with the Tsao Foundation. The film shines a light on the quiet heroism of caregivers and the challenges faced by many seniors, offering a moving and thought-provoking perspective on an increasingly important social issue. A post-screening conversation with representatives from the Tsao Foundation offers participants a unique opportunity to gain deeper insights into the film’s purpose, the creative process behind it, and the broader dialogue on caregiving in our ageing society.

Special bundles rates available for members.

Helping Boards Navigate Risk Effectively
1 July 2026 | 10.00am – 12.00pm | SGX Auditorium

SID and The Institute of Internal Auditors Singapore explore how the internal audit function is evolving in response to a more complex and fast-changing risk environment. With boards facing growing expectations around oversight of AI, cyber, geopolitical, ESG, third-party and cultural risks, internal audit is increasingly being called upon to go beyond traditional assurance. Learn how internal audit can help boards gain better visibility of emerging risks, focus attention on what matters most, and strengthen organisational resilience.

Listed Entity Director Programme
7 – 14 July 2026 | PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay

The Listed Entity Director Programme is a prerequisite course supported by the Singapore Exchange for first-time appointees on boards of listed companies. It seeks to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to effectively execute their duties as directors. Sign up now for our flagship director training course that covers the key competencies expected of a board member. Registered participants receive a Corporate Governance Guidebook (while stocks last). Online and in-person schedules are available, check here for dates.

Listed Entity Director Programme (Mandarin)
1 – 9 September 2026 | 1.00pm – 5.00pm | Online Webcast

The Listed Entity Director (LED) Programme is supported by the Singapore Exchange. It is a pre-requisite course for first-time appointees on boards of listed companies, to equip them with the skills and knowledge to execute their roles as directors effectively. The focus is on the range of regulatory, compliance and corporate governance matters of listed companies in Singapore. This Mandarin version of the core LED modules is designed for senior management and board directors who are fluent in Mandarin.

Early bird registration ends 30 June 2026.

FEATURED PUBLICATIONS

SID Boardroom Matters
Why responsible forward-looking disclosures matter

June Sim makes a compelling case for more responsible forward-looking disclosures among listed companies in Singapore. As global reporting standards emphasise long-term value creation, sustainability and strategic resilience, companies that can articulate a credible outlook are better positioned to build trust and strengthen confidence with thoughtful stakeholder engagement. After all, the market may forgive bad financial performance, but investors and the public rarely forgive poor disclosure.

SID Directors Bulletin
Can We Pause ESG Without Capsizing?

When boards face pressure to scale back ESG initiatives, the real issue is not ideology but strategy, risk and competitiveness. Our resident corporate governance expert Mr Sid argues that customers, financiers and regulators continue to value credible sustainability-related data, making “greenhushing” as risky as greenwashing. Effective chairs should refocus debate on evidence, enterprise value, risk management and disciplined decision-making.

YOU MAY HAVE MISSED

Corporate Members Appreciation Event
6 May 2026

SID was pleased to host our Corporate Members Appreciation event, bringing together corporate members, partners, peers from the directorship community and our Governing Council. More than an appreciation event, it was a platform to connect, exchange perspectives and explore collaboration. We look forward to building on this momentum with our Corporate Members.

SID Golf Tournament 2026
Silver Jubilee
22 May 2026

The SID annual Golf Tournament was held at the Sentosa Golf Club on a sunny Friday afternoon. Enthusiastic players and supporters gathered bright and early to connect with acquaintances old and new. The full-day event ended with a networking dinner where guests were treated to a delicious spread and lucky draw prizes. Dr Ng Eng Hen, Former Minister for Defence, graced the occasion as guest-of-honour.

BOARD ACADEMY

Vietnam-Singapore Board Forum
25 – 27 June 2026

The annual Vietnam Singapore Board Forum 2026 brings together board directors, C-suite leaders, and policymakers to explore the future of enterprise and the essential alignment of profit, purpose, and performance. Through expert dialogue and high-level networking, the forum provides critical cross-border insights into Vietnam’s growth trajectory and the leadership strategies needed to build resilient, future-ready organisations.


SID-IoD Accelerated Certificate in Company Direction
13 – 18 July 2026

This 6-day in-person programme is part of the UK IoD’s globally recognised Chartered Director pathway, now available in Singapore through SID. It offers an accelerated alternative to completing multiple UK-based modules over several months, giving directors a fast-track route to international governance credentials.


SJTU-SID-Emeritus Advanced Global Directors Programme
8, 9, 11 September and 12 – 15 October 2026

A tripartite collaboration between the Singapore Institute of Directors, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and the Emeritus Institute of Management, this programme immerses board leaders in governance practices across Singapore and China. It equips Singapore board directors with the insights, networks and immersion needed to navigate China’s dynamic market environment.

PARTNERS’ HIGHLIGHTS

The Path to the Boardroom: 
How Today’s Boards Think, Choose and Lead
BoardAgender
11 June 2026

The Singapore WSH Conference 2026
Workplace Safety and Health Council
23 July 2026 | Marina Bay Sands

TechLaw.Fest 2026
Singapore Academy of Law
9-10 September 2026 | Sands Expo and Convention Centre