The IoD Annual Convention 2010
Wednesday 28 April
Over 2,000 business leaders gathered at the Annual Convention at the magnificent Royal Albert Hall. Vince Cable, George Osborne and Peter Mandelson addressed IoD members and guests on their plans for business, economic development and of course, the fiercely fought election campaign, just a week before the general election.
There was a strong theme on the day of the importance of giving back to the community and doing well by doing good, which came from inspirational speakers including Dame Kelly Holmes, Phil Packer, Michael Johnson, Emma Harrison and Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu to name a few.
The entrepreneurs' panel bought a wave of positivity to the Royal Albert Hall and ensured delegates' notepads were filled with top tips and advice on starting up a business, drawing on their experiences, both good and bad.
The 60th IoD Annual Convention was a day of insight, entertainment and inspiration and here is a reminder of what the day entailed.
View the opening video from the day along with our gallery of photos capturing all the key moments.
There were hundreds of tweets happening throughout the Annual Convention and after the event. To see what was said, visit @The_IoD or look at the #IoDAC hashtag.
Watch video edits of all 14 speakers live from the Royal Albert Hall, download the full transcripts from the day as well as the MP3’s from all the keynote speeches.
The Tutu Foundation UK, the British Inspiration Trust and We Are England were the three charities that delegates were able to find out more about at the Annual Convention. All three have offered unique ways for IoD members to get involved.
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