The IoD Guernsey Podcast

In this episode of the IoD Guernsey Podcast, Glen Tonks, Chair of IoD Guernsey, is joined by Lee Castleton OBE and Professor Richard Moorhead, following their powerful discussion at last year's IoD Guernsey Convention.Together, they explore the Post Office Horizon scandal, one of the most significant corporate and legal failures in recent UK history, exploring the governance, ethical and cultural breakdowns that allowed it to unfold.The conversation covers Lee’s personal journey, the challenges of seeking justice and the ongoing issues surrounding compensation and accountability.Richard shares his perspective on the systemic failures at board level, the role of legal and organisational culture and the lessons directors must take from this case.They also reflect on what good governance looks like in practice and how leaders can ensure failures of this scale are never repeated.You can find out more about the IoD Guernsey and upcoming events on the IoD website.

In this episode of the IoD Guernsey Podcast, Chair Glen Tonks speaks with Deputy Paul Montague, President of the Committee for Education, Sport & Culture, and Nick Hynes, Director of Education for the States of Guernsey.They discuss the current state of Guernsey’s education system, the challenges facing local schools and the reforms aimed at improving outcomes for all learners.The conversation explores key priorities including governance boards, attendance, inclusion, digital transformation and the role of education in supporting Guernsey’s long-term economic success.Paul and Nick also share insights on leadership, culture and the importance of collaboration between government, schools, families and the business community.You can find out more about the IoD Guernsey and upcoming events on the IoD website.

In this episode, Glen Tonks, Chair of IoD Guernsey, speaks with three of the newest members of the IoD Guernsey Committee - Dr Louise Misselke, Lindsey Hart, and Barnaby Molloy.They discuss what motivated them to join the Committee, the importance of strong governance in today’s fast-changing world and how the IoD plays a key role in supporting Guernsey’s leadership community.The conversation also explores the evolving responsibilities of directors, including culture, workforce strategy, risk oversight and navigating complexity with clarity and purpose.Louise, Lindsey and Barnaby share their own leadership journeys, the lessons they’ve learned along the way, and why staying curious, asking questions and staying connected are essential traits for any director.You can find out more about the IoD Guernsey and upcoming events on the IoD website.

In this episode, Glen Tonks, Chair of IoD Guernsey, sits down with the latest appointments of the IoD Next Gen committee - Liz, Tonicha, James and Max. The group discuss the purpose of the Next Gen Forum, what motivates emerging leaders in Guernsey, and how the committee is helping to build a diverse and inclusive community of aspiring directors. The conversation also covers key topics such as professional development, networking, mentoring, and the importance of social capital in strengthening Guernsey’s leadership pipeline.  The team also share what’s coming up in the events calendar and how to get involved.

In this episode, Glen Tonks, Chair of IoD Guernsey, speaks with Paul Sykes, Managing Director at Aon Guernsey. They discuss leadership in Guernsey's financial services sector, the importance of collaboration between industry, government, and regulators, and strategies to maintain the island's competitiveness in a changing global market.​Paul also shares insights on the recent MONEYVAL evaluation, the role of the finance sector in Guernsey’s economy, and the need for resilience and adaptability in leadership.​

In this episode of the IoD Guernsey podcast, host Glen Tonks speaks with Tristan Claridge, President of the International Social Capital Association and author of the IoD’s landmark report on Guernsey’s social capital. The pair explore the role of social capital in business and society, its strengths and challenges in Guernsey, and how leaders can actively invest in it.The discussion also covers the impact of technology, the growing intergenerational divide, and the role of social capital in tackling major issues like climate change. Tristan shares insights on practical ways to strengthen social connections and previews future research on this evolving topic.You can find the full IoD Guernsey Social Capital report along with upcoming news and events on the IoD Guernsey website.