The agenda for Minds of the Future Day 2025 is designed to challenge, inspire, and equip rising stars in the private wealth industry with the insights they need for future success. With sessions ranging from expert-led discussions to exclusive networking opportunities, the day will offer a wealth of knowledge and valuable connections. 

08:30-09:00 - Arrival and Pastries

09:00-09:20 - Opening Comments from the Co-Chairs

Jessica Henson, Payne Hicks Beach

Camilla Baldwin, Camilla Baldwin

09:20-10:00 - The Business of Law

This session could touch on ensuring representation, how we make money and approach billing, what the culture of a firm means, differences between international and domestic firms and big firms vs. boutique firms. How do we view our businesses, and do we view them as businesses at all?

Elizabeth Kubanik, Sullivan & Cromwell

Mark Lindley, Boodle Hatfield

10:00-10:40 - The Many Ages of Man 

Childhood, marriage, death. At all stages whether or not our client (or our opposition) has capacity is a crucial point which we must consider. In this session we will examine how mental capacity must be engaged and considered at different stages of our clients' lives, with particular focus on the fine lines surrounding child capacity, predatory marriage and the assisted dying bill. 

Hannah Mantle, Forsters

Oliver Auld, CRS

10:40 - 11:00 - Coffee Break

11:00-11:40 - The Future of Wealth Management: Emerging Trends and How to Stay Ahead

In this group discussion we will examine what is coming up on the horizon which will be relevant to our clients and firms. Will it be political upheaval adjusting taxation, will it be shifting attitudes to the wealthy, will it be tech? Come to this session with plenty of ideas. 

Pierre Ali-Noor, Carey Olsen

Charlotte Fraser, Farrer & Co

11:40 - 12:20 - Re-Thinking Succession 

We will explore how cross-border families are re-thinking succession in a modern world. How can we prepare beneficiaries' portfolios? Why do structures fail?

Tanja Schienke, Flick Gocke Schaumburg

Emma Stanfield, Atlas Wealth

12:20-13:00 - Building Resilience Through Crisis 

We will examine both how crises affect our relationships with clients and how best to manage them (crisis communication, managing emotions, and preparation), as well as how best to build resilience as individuals.

Jessica Henson, Payne Hicks Beach

Camilla Baldwin, Camilla Baldwin

13:00-13:05 - Round-Up Comments

Jessica Henson, Payne Hicks Beach

Camilla Baldwin, Camilla Baldwin

13:05-14:30 - Lunch