The Institute of Directors exists to help, support, advise and set standards for directors.

In Scotland the IoD operates from a base in Edinburgh and through a number of branches focussing on the Highlands & Islands, Tayside, Fife, Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

A small team of professional staff led by Executive Director, David Watt work with a team of volunteers headed up by the Chairman, Raymond O'Hare to deliver a range of activities, events and development opportunities all across Scotland.

The key functions of this team are:

Networking events
Lobbying / representation
Director Development
Annual Conference & Dinner  
Director of the Year Awards & Gala Dinner