Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Archie Villaflores

Strong associations play a quiet but decisive role in how markets function, standards are upheld, and leadership is renewed. This edition showcases organisations that sit between policy, profession, and practice, translating collective purpose into measurable impact. The feature story ‘The Association and Institutes Awards spotlight innovation and excellence across Ireland’s business community’ captures how professional bodies have raised benchmarks across governance, advocacy, and member value. The recognition highlights the enduring role of shared standards in reinforcing trust across sectors without relying on scale alone. Additionally, leadership succession is addressed in ‘Liam Hyland leads Irish Exporters Association in 2026’, which reflects how representative bodies balance continuity with renewal. The appointment signals confidence in experience while reinforcing the importance of a clear mandate at a time of shifting trade dynamics. Meanwhile, governance comes into sharper focus in ‘Financial & International Business Association appoints Pablo Vallejo as chair of the board’. The move underlines how board-level stewardship remains essential in maintaining relevance, oversight, and institutional credibility. These stories reinforce a simple truth: strong associations do not merely reflect their sectors, they help define them. Explore each piece to better understand how shared standards continue to underpin professional life in Ireland.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The Association and Institutes Awards recognised Ireland’s leading professional bodies and associations for innovation, leadership, and excellence, highlighting organisations shaping the future of business and industry.

Author: PR Newswire

The Responsible Investment Association Australasia has admitted Singapore-based GMA Capital Partners as a new member. The association brings together responsible investors across Australia and New Zealand, shaping sustainable finance standards and regional investment practices.

Author: Funds Society

The Financial & International Business Association (FIBA) has appointed Pablo Vallejo, General Manager at Banco Pichincha’s Miami Agency, as Chair of the Board. The move strengthens governance and strategic oversight across FIBA’s global financial network.

Author: Ireland Live

The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) has released 2025 new vehicle registration statistics, highlighting trends in electric, hybrid, and conventional vehicles across Ireland. Longford’s EV uptake remains low despite national growth, revealing regional disparities for the automotive sector.

Author: Irish Legal News

The Law Society of Ireland has released an updated conveyancing template for residential estates. Developed with the Construction Industry Federation, it reflects legal changes since 2001 and aims to streamline conveyancing processes for practitioners nationwide.

Author: Business Plus

The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) has appointed Liam Hyland as its 2026 president. Based in Ireland, the IEA represents exporters and drives trade policy, market access, and international growth strategies for Irish businesses across global markets.

Author: Archie Villaflores

The association sector continues to evolve with increasing focus on professional development, governance, and strategic leadership. Rewinding to last year, ‘HAI Training & Development Services Wins Best Learning & Professional Development Programme at Association and Institutes Awards 2025’ shows how targeted, sector-specific training can elevate skills across Ireland’s hardware and building materials industry. The recognition highlights how well-designed, practical training initiatives can transform workforce capabilities and strengthen industry-wide operational standards. Furthermore, ‘IoD Ireland expands director development offerings for 2026’, providing directors with a comprehensive suite of workshops, from foundational governance skills to AI and digital transformation for boards. These programmes demonstrate the sector’s commitment to equipping directors with the expertise and confidence needed to navigate increasingly complex business environments. Meanwhile, ‘HBAA elects new board and reappoints president for 2025–2028’ demonstrates the association’s commitment to strategic continuity and effective representation of Greek business interests in Albania. The continuity in leadership underscores the importance of strong governance structures in fostering investment, cross-border collaboration, and long-term organisational stability. These stories showcase how associations are shaping the future of professional and board-level excellence. They illustrate the sector’s capacity to combine education, strategic leadership, and governance in ways that have tangible, measurable outcomes.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Early last year, HAI Training & Development Services was named Best Learning & Professional Development Programme at the Association and Institutes Awards 2025, recognised for its training initiatives and practical approach in elevating standards across Ireland’s hardware sector.

Author: Recycling Today

The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) has formally integrated with the Washington-based Plastics Industry Association, creating a unified body representing the global plastics supply chain. The merger strengthens technical expertise and membership services across 84 countries.