No 1 Leeds move for IoD

THE Institute of Directors in Yorkshire is to move to a new headquarters as part of a strategy to refresh its approach and work more closely with its members.

The member-led business support organisation is to relocate to office building No 1 Leeds from 3 Albion Place.

Regional director Kenton Robbins, who recently took over the position from John Thompson, who has retired, said he wanted to create a business ‘Hub’ and give improved services to its members.

IoD members will be able to use the venue to conduct business and meetings.

Mr Robbins, owner of The Alternative Board (TAB) franchise based in Leeds, said: “It will offer our members improved services so that they can continue to do business. For those who have not yet taken advantage of the ‘Hub’ they can start to tap into more benefits of membership to boost their opportunities aided by the IoD.

“It’s an impressive facility that we are keen to continually improve on. A city location with parking and accessabilty to the business centre is a real asset for the members and one that we can be really proud of.

“It signifies a positive change in the way the IoD supports and does business in the region. I’m keen to listen more to our members to help formulate a clearer voice and vision that give real benefit for the members, our joint vision with i2 office is to develop an IoD Hub giving first class lounge style business facilities that are unrivalled.”

The IoD has signed a lease with serviced office provider i2 to move into the space, which offers a full catering service and conference suites.

There are plans to include a library that members can use. The move will take place at the beginning of October.

It is hoped the move to No 1 Leeds will encourage more tenants to move into the landmark building.