Global Leaders in Law Women's Day Exchange US 2024
The Opportunities of the Future
The Women’s Day Exchange US promises a full day of thought-provoking sessions to inspire and empower women in senior legal leadership. Chaired by Alex Lazarus, Leadership & Team Coach and Business Psychologist, the agenda features an exciting mix of keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive sessions. Our keynote speaker, Jennifer Leonard, Founder of Creative Lawyers and former Chief Innovation Officer at Penn Carey Law, will set the stage with her insights on how General Counsel can drive innovation within their organizations and legal teams. Throughout the day, you’ll hear from a lineup of accomplished women leading the charge in the legal profession. Get ready for engaging discussions, practical takeaways, and the opportunity to collaborate with influential leaders in law.
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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9:15 AM - 9:25 AM | Chair of the Event: Alex Lazarus, Leadership & Team Coach, Business Psychologist and GLL Ambassador | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
9:25 AM - 10:25 AM | In this forward-looking keynote, we'll explore the converging trends reshaping the legal landscape and the mindsets needed to thrive in an era of rapid change. Drawing inspiration from unexpected sources, we'll examine how general counsel can drive innovation within their organizations and legal teams. Learn practical strategies for embracing change, reframing challenges as opportunities for growth, and fostering a culture of creative problem-solving. This session will provide actionable insights to help you lead with vision, adaptability, and resilience in the face of an evolving professional environment. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
10:25 AM - 11:25 AM | How do you achieve the persona of an influencer so that you are viewed as a strategic business leader rather than just a doer or achiever? In this session, based on the original work of Alex Lazarus, creator of the Doer. Achiever. Influencer. framework, the speakers will share their success stories and the lessons they have learned when navigating the nuances of being a woman at the top table. You'll explore how to effectively communicate your accomplishments, handle challenges, and push for your dream role. This framework is also featured in Alex's upcoming book, offering a structured approach to evolving your leadership presence. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
11:25 AM - 11:45 AM | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM | Here, the panel will share how they have designed an uncompromising life. The speakers will candidly share how they are creating a culture of positivity, how they set life boundaries and intentions, how they have unlocked their passions and how to ultimately create a better, brighter future. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM | Our speakers will candidly share their top tips and advice on negotiating new employment contracts. Women (as you know) are generalized as not being very good for speaking up about their pay. We never talk about finances – but why not?! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM | What does transformation mean for the Business, the Legal Leadership Team and your people? In this session, the speakers will discuss how they have navigated constant change, reinvented themselves and embraced adaptive thinking to ensure that they can pivot to meet the constant demands of the organization and their ever-changing role. The panel will also share how they support their team to ensure that they can manage under what feels like constant pressure. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM | Chair of the Event: Alex Lazarus, Leadership & Team Coach, Business Psychologist and GLL Ambassador |
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