About
IFSP's Directors Chapter
IDC – IFSP’s Directors Chapter is Malta’s dedicated professional community for directors, committed to elevating standards of board leadership and corporate governance across the jurisdiction.
Established to represent directors operating in an increasingly challenging and regulated environment, IDC works closely with stakeholders – industry, regulatory bodies and academic institutions- to strengthen competence, accountability, and effectiveness at board level.
As a full member of ecoDa, the European Confederation of Directors’ Associations www.ecoda.eu IDC connects Malta’s directors to European best practices, thought leadership, and a wide governance network.
IDC will shortly launch Boardroom Essentials – a structured programme of director workshops comprising formal training, case studies and practical exercises designed to upskill directors and embed robust governance culture.
What We Stand For
OUR PURPOSE
The IFSP Directors’ Chapter promotes the continued improvement of good corporate governance practice and high professional standards among Malta’s directors. IDC acts as the voice of directors in Malta, representing their interests in regulatory, educational, and public-policy discussions.
OUR VISION
As The IFSP Directors' Chapter, our vision is to contribute to Malta’s competitiveness, credibility, and sustainability by empowering directors to lead with professionalism, independence, and integrity — thereby strengthening governance standards across the Maltese economy.
OUR VALUES
The IFSP Directors' Chapter embraces the following values, which guide all its activities and engagements: Professionalism, Integrity, Collaboration, Excellence in Governance.
STRATEGIC FOCUS
IDC delivers its mission through structured workstreams aligned with its governance framework: Advocacy & Stakeholder Relationships, Education & Knowledge Sharing, Collaboration & Co-Creation
ecoDa is the European Voice of Board Members, and independent actor and a unique umbrella organization representing the main national institutes of directors in Europe.
ecoDa’s member institutes cover in total about 50,000 individual directors across 21 countries, sitting on the board of companies of all sizes and sectors.
All member institutes are each recognised as the leading institute for directors and governance in their respective country.
ecoDa is also a member of the Global Network of Directors Institutes (GNDI). http://gndi.org/
The role IDC plays in
developing directors and
boards.
• Raising the bar and promoting Good Governance – Advocating for high standards of competence and effectiveness, corporate governance, ethics, and transparency in business leadership.
• Providing Education and Training – Offering professional development programs, workshops, and certifications to enhance the skills and knowledge of directors.
• Promoting and supporting Best Practices – Encouraging adherence to international and local best practices in corporate governance, risk management, and strategic leadership.
• Advocacy and Policy Influence – Representing the interests of directors and business leaders in discussions with regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.
• Networking and Collaboration – Creating platforms for directors to connect, exchange ideas, and share knowledge through conferences, forums, and industry events. In this respect, events are already planned for Q4 2025 with the Malta Business Network (www.maltabusinessnetwork.com). The IFSP is also entering into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Malta Chamber of Commerce (www.maltachamber.org.mt) and joint activities are planned with the Directors Chapter for their members.
• Ethical Leadership and Responsibility – Encouraging corporate social responsibility (CSR) and ethical decision-making in organisations.
• Strengthening Board Effectiveness – Enhancing the effectiveness and diversity of corporate boards by providing resources and training on board dynamics, leadership, and compliance.
• Enhancing Investor and Public Confidence – Building trust in corporate leadership by promoting accountability, integrity, and transparency in business operations.