ICC YAAF x ICC Australia: In Conversation with John Denton & Navigating Trade Disputes in APAC

10:00 (GMT+10:00)
12:15 (GMT+10:00)
ClassroomCorrs Chambers Westgarth, Level 25, 567 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
English

Join us for an engaging ICC YAAF x ICC Australia event featuring a fireside chat with ICC Secretary General John Denton AO, who will reflect on his distinguished career in law and international business and commerce, and share leadership insights as the current Secretary General of ICC. The fireside chat will be followed by a dynamic panel discussion exploring current developments in global trade disputes, with a spotlight on the Asia-Pacific region. This event is held the day before the 14th World Chambers Congress

Young professionals, arbitrators, in-house counsel and anyone interested in international trade and dispute resolution will find this event highly valuable. Whether you are at the beginning of your arbitration journey or looking to expand your expertise, you will gain practical insights to support your development. The event also offers an excellent opportunity to connect with industry leaders, exchange ideas and stay informed about emerging trends shaping the future of international commerce and dispute resolution.

More speakers of the event will be announced shortly. 

The in-person event is taking place at:

Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Level 25, 567 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

 

If you have any queries about the event, please contact the ICC DRS South Asia team at: iccdrs-southasia@iccwbo.org

*Timing of the programme is in AEST

10:00 – 10:30 Registration and breakfast
10:30 – 10:35

Welcome Remarks

  • Nastasja Suhadolnik, Partner and Head of Arbitration, Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Melbourne
10:35 – 11:15

ICC YAAF Fireside Chat with John Denton 

Guest: John W.H. Denton AO, Secetary General, International Chamber of Commerce

Interviewers:

  • Mariia Artemenko, ICC YAAF Representative for South Asia
  • Nivvy Venkatraman, ICC YAAF Representative for South Asia; Senior Associate, Holman Fenwick Willan, Sydney
11:15  – 12:15

ICC Australia Panel Discussion on Navigating Trade Disputes in APAC 

  • Chris Barnes – Head of Business Development and International Affairs, ACCI, Canberra
  • Jo Feldman – Partner, Head of Trade Law, Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Perth
  • Jemima Roe – Senior Associate, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, Melbourne
  • Caroline Swartz-Zern – Senior Manager, Disputes & Investigations, SMEC, Melbourne

Moderated by: Albert Monichino KC – Barrister, Arbitrator and Mediator, List A Barristers, Melbourne

At ICC, we believe that through training and mentorship, we can shape the next generation of leading international arbitration and ADR experts. Through the ICC Young Arbitration and ADR Forum (YAAF) network, we are able to better inform, connect and inspire young professionals with interests in dispute resolution and dispute avoidance.

Throughout the world, ICC YAAF organises a number of educational and social events that allow young professionals to discover best practices, discuss topical issues, network and create meaningful connections with experienced practitioners.

Learn more about ICC YAAF  | Join the network

Mariia Artemenko
ICC YAAF Regional Representative for South Asia
Melbourne, Australia
Chris Barnes
Head of Business Development and International Affairs, ACCI
Canberra, Australia
W.H. Denton AO
John W.H. Denton AO
Secretary General, International Chamber of Commerce
Paris, France
Jo Feldman
Partner, Head of Trade Law, Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Perth, Australia
Albert Monichino KC
Barrister, Arbitrator and Mediator, List A Barristers
Melbourne, Australia
Jemima Roe
Senior Associate, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Melbourne, Australia
Caroline Swartz-Zern
Senior Manager, Disputes & Investigations, SMEC
Melbourne, Australia
Nivvy Venkatraman
ICC YAAF Regional Representative for South Asia
Senior Associate, Holman Fenwick Willan
Sydney, Australia
Organisers
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Price
Free of charge