7th March 2024

From 08:30 - Arrival and Breakfast Pastries

09:00-09:10 - Opening Comments from the Co-Chairs

Anita Franklin, McDermott Will & Emery

Rosie Schumm, Forsters

09:10-10:00 - Raw Authenticity - Controlling Your Narrative

Each woman has her path, and the idea of the "superwoman" can be unhelpful for junior colleagues. Our facilitators will explore what it means to be truly authentic and will discuss it raw honesty is beneficial. 

Anita Franklin, McDermott Will & Emery

Rosie Schumm, Forsters

10:00-10:50 - Courageous Leadership and the Importance of Allies

What does it mean to be an ally? To be a true ally, leaders have to go above and beyond to put themselves on the line, which can at times mean giving up some of their privileges. We will look at how to create an inclusive culture and navigate the difficult situations that arise when instigating change.

Bernadette Carey, Carey Olsen

Laura Dadswell, Penningtons Manches Cooper

10:50-11:10 - Coffee Break

11:10-12:00 - Mastering Relationship Dynamics

In this session we will examine interpersonal dynamics, staying true to yourself, self-doubt and stress. What are we doing right, and what are we doing wrong?

Beatrice Puoti, Stephenson Harwood

Sarah von Schmidt, Farrer & Co

12:00-12:50 - Mentorship and the Importance of Networks

Networks are incredibly important to the private client world, but even more so for women. 

Ziva Robertson, Charles Russell Speechlys 

12:50-14:00 - Lunch

14:00-15:00 - Keynote Address from Dr. Helena Boschi

15:00-16:00 - Drinks Reception