THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
OF THE WOMAN GENERAL COUNSEL
Following a successful first segment last February 7th, the SECOND part of the Conference will take place on Thursday June 6th beginning at 1:00pm (EST) with registration opening for in-person attendees at 12:30pm.
When: Thursday June 6th from 1:00pm - 6:30pm (EST)
| 12:30pm - 1:00pm |
In-Person attendee registration opens |
| 1:00pm - 5:00pm |
Conference (hybrid) |
| 5:00pm - 6:30pm |
Cocktail reception |
Where: This conference will be hybrid, with the IN-PERSON session being hosted at the Toronto offices of our sponsor, Stikeman Elliott LLP at: 5300 Commerce Court West, 199 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5L 1B9.
The link for virtual attendees will be circulated prior to the conference.
Note: All WGCC members are welcome to attend the cocktail reception at 5:00pm, even if you are not participating in the conference. If you would like to attend the party exclusively, please register and ensure you indicate this information in the registration form.
Cost: Free, included in your WGCC membership. You must be a WGCC member to attend, so don’t forget to sign up to become a member now!
CPD: Click here for details of the CPD accreditation
Note: In the event you need to cancel your registration, kindly contact us via email at: info@womengc.ca.
WGCC Conference Agenda - June 6, 2024
REGISTRATION
12:30pm - 1:00pm
PRESENTATIONS
1:00pm – 5:00 pm EST
As we explore the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women in the role of general counsel, we will hear from experts in their field on how to leverage our skills, address conflict and adversity, and deal with real-time crisis response. You will have the opportunity to hear from other female GCs and share your own perspectives. This conference will be interactive and thought-provoking.
Below is a summary of our exciting agenda:
- Shanin Lott, Russell Reynolds - The Unconscious Bias and how to identify and neutralize it
- Dr. Deborah Rosati, Women Get On Board - Presenting your Authentic Self
- Chantelle Courtney, Inflection Point Coaching and Consulting - Dealing with Difficult Colleagues and Situations
- Expert Panel Discussion on: Crisis Management and Handling the Board
SESSION 1: The Unconscious Bias, How to recognize the unconscious bias, respond and neutralize it | 1:05 pm - 2:00 pm
Presented by: Shanin Lott, Russell Reynolds
To view Shanin's bio, click here
SESSION 2: Presenting your Authentic Self | 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Presented by: Dr. Deborah Rosati, Women Get on Board
To view Dr. Deborah Rosati's bio, click here
SESSION 3: Dealing with Difficult Colleagues and Situations | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Presented by: Chantelle Courtney, Inflection Point Coaching and Consulting
To view Chantelle's bio, click here
SESSION 4: Panel: Crisis Management and Handling the Board | 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm
Panelists:
Rebecca Burrows
Partner, General Counsel, KPMG
To view Rebecca's bio, click here
Danielle Royal
Partner, Stikeman Elliott LLP
To view Danielle's bio, click here
Danielle Robitaille
Managing Partner, Henein Hutchison Robitaille
To view Danielle's bio, click here
Closing Remarks & Networking Reception | 4:45 pm. - 6:30 pm
Generously hosted & sponsored by:
WOMEN GENERAL 