Clifford Chance offices, New York
The Governance Intelligence Forum is back in New York on Thursday, November 7 to help Corporate Secretaries and General Counsels improve board oversight and share governance best practices in a rapidly changing environment.
We evaluate the implications of recent market and regulatory changes on the role of governance professionals and provide a platform to share best practices before year-end, the Corporate Secretary Forum is taking place at a perfect time to plan for the year ahead.
WHY ATTEND OUR FORUMS?
Timely event: As we emerged from the pandemic, the past few years had further demonstrated the importance of identifying emerging risks and prioritizing investment in governance, risk and controls. This event is perfectly positioned to help you take stock of the year-to-date, refocus and plan for 2023
Benchmarking: It is a great opportunity to evaluate where you stand in comparison to your peers, and how other companies have managed and overcome similar challenges
Unique format: Far from a traditional conference format, our event is fast-paced and focused on providing actionable insights to attendees. It allows GRC professionals to have intimate discussions on common challenges and share best practices with peers
Discover something new: Learn about new technologies, innovations, and services that are available to help to transform your governance strategy, increase productivity and make better decisions
Network with the community: Meet with general counsels, corporate secretaries and experts in the governance, risk and compliance community
We will be announcing the 2024 agenda shortly. In the meantime please see below for the 2023 agenda.
Please click here to view the 2023 agenda.
Timings on the agenda are shown in Eastern Time (ET)
08:15 AM
Registration, networking and refreshments
09:00 AM
Opening remarks: Welcome to the forum
09:15 AM
Getting ready for 2024: What should be on your board's agenda
The year 2024 promises to bring many new challenges for boards and corporate secretaries. From the impact of looming regulatory changes to the rise of new technologies and cyber-security concerns, boards will need to adapt and evolve to meet the expectations of investors, regulators and society.
Join this panel for a bird’s eye view of which issues your board will need oversight on for the next 12 months, while reflecting on the many lessons learned from 2023.
• Discover what adjustments are needed to stay ahead of the curve as SEC disclosure requirements continue to evolve
• Hear about the emerging challenges posed by the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI)
• Consider the key takeaways from 2023 and how these lessons can be incorporated into your strategy for the year ahead
Moderator: Ben Maiden, editor-at-large, Governance Intelligence
Brady Long, executive vice president and general counsel, Transocean
Kimberly Simpson, chief operating officer, general counsel and corporate secretary, The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)
10:00 AM
Coffee break and networking
10:30 AM
Preparing your proxy statement in 2024: Best practices and trends
As a key vehicle for shareholder communication, the preparation of the proxy statement is an enduringly vital function for a corporate secretary.
This panel will provide practical tips and insights on how to prepare a clear, concise and effective proxy statement that showcases your company’s current performance and strategy, while also reflecting the latest trends and expectations from investors and regulators.
• Learn how to make the most of your company’s story around key issues such as ESG disclosures, human capital, diversity & inclusion and shareholder engagement
• Discover what issues investors want to see addressed and what disclosures are necessary to meet regulatory requirements
• Hear innovative suggestions around visual design, storytelling techniques and interactive communications
Moderator: Ben Maiden, editor-at-large, Governance Intelligence
Angela Grant, chief legal officer and corporate secretary, Palomar
Ki Hoon Kim, associate general counsel, Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Adriana Mitchell, senior vice president and senior associate general counsel, Global Payments
11:15 AM
Minimizing risk in a changing world: Assessment, management and resilience
Against a backdrop of increased shareholder activism, volatile geopolitical tensions, unprecedented levels of cyber-threat and the emergence of new, as yet unmapped, AI technology, risk management is top of mind for governance professionals globally.
In this session, panelists will explore the significant risks posed to the business environment and how attendees can best prepare for the long-term sustainability of their company.
• Learn about the key issues and trends that will shape the risk landscape in 2024 and beyond
• Discover how to develop a robust risk-management framework that works for you and your board
• Discuss best practices for creating a culture of risk awareness and accountability
Moderator: Lauren McDonald, conference producer, Governance Intelligence
Seth Gastwirth, deputy general counsel and assistant corporate secretary, Jones Lang LaSalle
Brian Short, partner, Ballard Spahr
12:00 PM
Building a high-performing board: How to evaluate expertize and diversity
As the ultimate decision-making body of a company, the board must have the right mix of skills, experience and perspectives that reflect the company’s business, stakeholders and environment.
Join this session to hear how corporate secretaries can assess the current and future needs of the board to establish a team that meets – and exceeds – the expectations of all stakeholders.
• Discover how to identify which specialized skills are vital to your board composition and that most align with your company’s goals
• Hear how to identify the best candidates through innovative targeting and out-of-the-box thinking
• Debate what skills should be prioritized when training your directors
Moderator: Steve Wade, head of content, Governance Intelligence
Tina Carew, general counsel and secretary and associate general counsel, Invesco Mortgage Capital and Invesco
Jim Polehna, former chief investor relations officer & corporate secretary, Kelly Services
Leahruth Jemilo, vice president and head of ESG advisory, Corbin Advisors
12:45 PM
Lunch break
13:45 PM
ChatGPT and the board: What governance teams need to know about AI
AI is transforming the world and the way businesses operate. It offers new opportunities for innovation, efficiency and competitiveness, but also poses new challenges and risks for governance, ethics and oversight.
This panel will explore the key issues and trends that will shape the board’s role and responsibilities in AI in 2024 and beyond. The panelists will share their insights and best practices on how to develop an AI strategy and governance framework, how to assess and disclose AI risks and opportunities, and how to engage with internal and external stakeholders on AI matters.
• Learn how governance teams can provide oversight of the use of generative AI at enterprise level
• Debate the opportunities and limitations of using AI to increase the efficiency of governance functions
• Hear how to manage digital risk across your organization
• Discover how to prepare your board with the skills needed to embrace a constantly evolving technological landscape
Moderator: Lauren McDonald, conference producer, Governance Intelligence
Marion Lewis, CEO, Govenda
Jonathan Yellin, general counsel, executive vice president and chief compliance officer, Charles River Associates
14:15 PM
Crisis communications and board simulations: How to prepare and respond effectively in troubling times
In a world where public crises are inevitable and unpredictable, protecting your company’s reputation, performance and sustainability is vital.
This session will provide practical tips on how to develop and implement a crisis communications strategy that prepares you and your board for a resilient and robust response to any eventuality. Panelists will also explore utilizing board simulations as a powerful tool for training and testing any gaps in your capabilities.
• Learn how boards and governance teams can enhance skills and confidence when faced with company crises
• Discover how to identify weaknesses in your crisis preparation
• Discuss the best use of board simulations as a teaching and skills-building exercise
Moderator: Steve Wade, head of content, Governance Intelligence
Michelle Bryan, general counsel and chief administrative officer, Intelsat
Alexis Freeman, general counsel, Lindblad Expeditions
Edward Rockwell, senior vice president, general counsel & secretary, EPAM Systems
15:00 PM
Roundtables: Best practices on board management
Enjoy meeting your peers while discussing any of the following topics and sharing insights. At the end of the session, hear a roundup of lessons learned so you can apply these to board management when back in the office.
• How to approach board evaluations and self-assessment
• How to plan board refreshment and succession planning
• How to communicate board composition strategy with shareholders
15:45 PM
Summary and closing remarks
16:00 PM
End of the forum and onto the Corporate Governance Awards ceremony
Our attendees are leading GRC practitioners with an established track record and strategic GRC role within their company.
Below is a sample of attendees who have joined our event in the past:
Job title | Company | Job title | Company | |
Chief corporate governance officer | Huntington National Bank | SVP, deputy general counsel and corporate secretary | AIG | |
Chief legal officer | Biotechnology Innovation | SVP, general counsel and corporate secretary | Avangrid | |
Chief legal officer and assistant secretary | Bunge | SVP, general counsel and secretary | Gentherm | |
Chief legal officer and corporate secretary | Heidrick & Struggles | VP, legal services & chief privacy officer | The Cheesecake Factory | |
Director of business development | FutureMade | VP, associate general counsel and assistant secretary | Kyndryl Holdings | |
Director, governance & legal services | Murphy Oil Corporation | VP, deputy general counsel and assistant secretary | Hewlett Packard Enterprise | |
Executive vice president, chief legal officer | Shore United Bank | VP, director of proxy voting | Federated Hermes | |
General counsel and chief legal officer | Rush Street Interactive | VP, governance and shareholder services | Prudential Financial | |
Global chief legal officer and corporate secretary | JLL | VP and deputy general counsel | Robinhood Markets | |
Partner | Honigman | VP, legal | Shake Shack | |
Partner | Vistra | VP, assistant corporate secretary | Dime Community Bank | |
Partner, head of Hypergrowth | RHR International | VP, associate general counsel and assistant secretary | Regeneron Pharmaceuticals | |
Senior vice president and corporate secretary | MetLife | VP, chief compliance officer | Avangrid | |
SVP and global head of corporate legal, board secretary | DXC Technology | VP, deputy general counsel, CS, chief compliance & ethics officer | Bunge | |
SVP, CLO and corporate secretary | SpartanNash Company | VP, legal & corporate affairs, legal counsel, corporate secretary | Royal Canadian Mint |
Why partner with us?
The Governance Intelligence Forum brings together some of the most influential people in the governance, risk and compliance community.
The event offers an effective approach to targeting clients when they are exploring how they can improve their GRC practice. Through our unrivaled knowledge of the subject matters and commitment to in-depth agenda research, our events are guaranteed to attract a qualified audience.
The unique buzz we create at our events – a far cry from a traditional conference format – makes them multi-faceted and highly interactive with great engagement in particular from leading GRC practitioners. This allows our partners to have meaningful conversations with corporates who are deciding which parts of their GRC program to invest in, which service providers to engage and which consultants to retain. By partnering with us on an event, you can generate leads, showcase your thought leadership and position yourselves as the partner of choice to the GRC community.
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