Community and Collaboration

Dear Members,

We kicked off the new year with new initiatives, partnerships and thought-provoking dialogues. 

SID Chairpersons Guild, a community of practice exclusive to incumbent board chairs of SGX-listed companies was established on 16 January 2026. Supported by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and SGX Group, the Chairpersons Guild is part of the "Value Unlock" programme. The launch was officiated by Chee Hong Tat, Minister for National Development and Deputy Chair of MAS. 

To complement SID’s work in uplifting the directorship profession, the newly-launched SID Board Academy will offer bespoke whole-of-board solutions to transform boards and enhance board effectiveness. 

At our upcoming Post-Budget Perspectives 2026 on 3 March, we will distil actionable insights from Singapore Budget 2026.

SID members engaged with Jeffrey Siow, Acting Minister for Transport and Senior Minister of State for Finance in a closed-door dialogue where he shared insights from the Economic Strategy Review and how the government plans to use Budget 2026 to reinforce Singapore’s position as a trusted global financial hub. 

SID also launched the QLED Badge, a domain specialisation badge recognising directors’ competency, awarded to those who complete the Listed Entity Director Programme and demonstrate proficiency through an exam. Join the preview session on 26 February to learn more.

Listed Entity Director Exchange 

SID is adding a new module on Board Strategy for Value Up to our flagship Listed Entity Director Programme. Recognised by SGX Group as part of its “Value Up” programme, the module is eligible for funding under SGX’s Equip Fund. We are also pleased to launch the LED Exchange, a community of practice for directors of listed companies to access regulatory updates, peer learning and networking.

We expanded our cooperation with VIETSTAR Institute of Management and Consulting with a Memorandum of Understanding witnessed by former Temasek Chair Lim Boon Heng. SID Board Academy will co-organise the 6th edition of Vietnam-Singapore Board Forum in Vietnam (25-27 June) and offer training to Vietnamese directors. 

SID Board Academy will be collaborating with regional and global partners to offer a number of programmes:

• In collaboration with Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Emeritus, the Advanced Global Directors Programme equips directors with governance insights and direct exposure to China’s enterprises and innovation ecosystems for senior directors managing cross-border growth and risk.
  
• Asia’s first Accelerated Certificate in Company Direction Programme is an intensive six-day residential course offered jointly with the UK IOD, covering board roles, leadership, finance and strategy. Graduates can choose to progress towards the Diploma in Company Direction.
  
• Growthcurv is piloting its CEOExpand, a 12-week growth strategy accelerator programme for corporate strategy development involving both board and management. 
  
• Aligence’s Strategic Enterprise Seminar is a one-day programme on leadership alignment to help companies develop new business models as they transform.
  

Looking ahead

Our current topic webinar on 12 February will explore board perspectives on scaling artificial intelligence with ISO 42001, and offer practical insights on overseeing AI adoption and embedding risks into corporate frameworks. This online session is free for members.

Members can also take part in Exercise SG Ready 2026, from 1 to 15 February. This complimentary phishing exercise will help organisations test resilience against cyber threats and strengthen readiness for disruptions.

The second round of our flagship Listed Entity Director Programme starts in March, with early bird promotions extended to the end of February. 

To meet the continued demand for Governance for Outstanding Organisation Directors (SGOOD) 2.0 Programme, we are pleased to announce a new in-person session on 7 May 2026.

Do remember to register for our SID Members Networking on 4 March. Members can participate in informal networking activities and events organised by SID Chapters. Simply log into your SID account and indicate your interest under “Profile.”

We encourage all members to take advantage of the programmes and opportunities available. Stay connected.

HIGHLIGHTS

Listed Entity Director Programme
9 – 20 March 2026 | Online Webcast

The Listed Entity Director (LED) 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. Participants receive a complimentary Corporate Governance Guidebook with every registration. Online and in-person schedules are available, check here for dates.

Early bird rates have been extended to 28 February 2026.

Preview: Board Readiness Programme (Complimentary)
11 February 2026 | 4.00pm – 5.00pm | Online Webcast

SID’s Board Readiness Programme 2.0 is designed to prepare senior corporate executives and professionals for board directorship positions. The programme has been refreshed for 2026 to include in-person and online training over the course of nine months. Join our information session for a preview of the enhanced course structure, where programme alumni will share their experiences and address your queries.
 
Registration for the September 2026 programme opens in March.

Director Financial Reporting Fundamentals
25 February 2026 | 9.00am – 6.00pm | Amara Hotel

Designed for directors with limited or no financial/accounting background, this course provides essential accounting knowledge and practical tips. It equips participants with the key tools and concepts to review company financial statements and stay up-to-date on good financial practices. Participants will learn how to perform high-level reviews of financial statements and undertake financial reporting and filing.

SID Director Accreditation Exam (for members only)
1 – 30 April 2026 | Online (Remote Proctoring)

The SID Director Accreditation programme establishes standards for director competencies and ensures directors stay relevant through continuous professional development. To be accredited, members have to complete at least 32 hours of formal directorship training and pass the SID Director Accreditation Exam administered online. The exam covers the eight areas of boardroom competencies outlined in the Director Competency Model. Attend the online Preview (6 February 2026) to find out more.

Board and Director Fundamentals
9 – 10 June 2026 | 1.00pm – 5.00pm | Online Webcast

This introductory course provides a broad-based understanding of what a corporate director needs to know with regards to their duties, responsibilities and liabilities, and how they can be effective as a director. Designed for directors of companies incorporated under the Companies Act in Singapore, this includes directors of commercial companies and those nonprofit organisations incorporated as Companies Limited by Guarantee.

SID Directors Bulletin
Governance in the Age of Fragmentation

The world is fragmenting, and becoming a more unpredictable, more dangerous, even perilous place. In the absence of global leadership, states are challenging the notion that there is one path to development, and becoming more assertive. Southeast Asia, which has long advanced a policy of non-alignment, is finding the space for ambiguity narrowing. Michael Mayer looks at how businesses and corporate boards have to adapt and retool governance for an era where politics drives economics.

SID Directors Bulletin
Rethinking Leadership in a G-Zero World

In an era defined by disruption and uncertainty, boards can no longer rely on the governance models of a predictable, rules-based order. The G-Zero world, characterised by fractured geopolitics, rapid technological shifts and systemic volatility, demands a new kind of leadership. To navigate the unknown, directors must cultivate agility, diversity of thought and a culture that prizes imagination and resilience, says Toni Schoenenberger.

Launch of SID Chairpersons Guild
16 January 2026

SID launched its new Chairpersons Guild, a community of practice for all current board chairs of Singapore-listed firms to network, learn and support each other. Minister for National Development and Deputy Chairman of Monetary Authority of Singapore Chee Hong Tat, in his opening speech, noted that a network of leaders can help set standards in governance, build capabilities, and provide clear direction for companies navigating an uncertain and complex business environment.

Audit and Risk Committee Seminar 2026
20 January 2026

The Audit and Risk Committee Seminar hosted timely discussions on what trust in board oversight means today – consistency, transparency and disciplined execution. In a fast-changing world shaped by geopolitical disruption and technological shifts, risks are increasingly interconnected. The role of the audit and risk committees is evolving. In building trust, boards must apply clear governance frameworks and stay abreast of developments in the technology space, including cyber risk and artificial intelligence. Whistleblowing policies must be calibrated to sustain external stakeholder trust.

PARTNERS’ HIGHLIGHTS

Singapore Apex Corporate Sustainability Awards 2026 
UN Global Compact Network Singapore
Applications open until 31 March 2026

APAC Leadership Congress
Singapore Corporate Counsel Association
8 – 9 April 2026 | One Farrer Hotel, Singapore
Complimentary for SID members (code: SIDMEMBER)

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