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Thursday 14th November 2024

19:00             

Pre-conference networking supper 
Meet up with fellow LawNet members for a relaxed evening ahead of the main event.

After a welcome drink, a sociable supper will be available on a rolling basis from 19:30-21:30.


Friday 15th November 2024

08:30 - 09:15 Registration, Exhibition, Networking & Refreshments
09:15 - 09:45 Welcome and Introduction Chris Marston, CEO, LawNet
09:45 - 10:45

How to be an optimist amid the AI revolution

  • Cutting through the AI hype to understand its likely real impact
  • How AI will boost productivity but complicate client expectations
  • The cultural shift your organisation needs with such fast-evolving technology
  • What skills you'll be recruiting for and how to keep up 
David Rowan, Wired Magazine
10:45 - 11:30

Networking, Exhibition & Refreshments

 
11:30 - 12:30

Navigating the Digital Frontier: Identifying opportunities and overcoming barriers

  •           Explore opportunities for firms from generative AI and new technologies
  •           How can firms take advantage of those opportunities and define success?
  •           Understand the obstacles and risks firms face in their digital transformation journeys
  •          Identify challenges in leading change and digital transformation; culture, people management and skills development

Panel Members

  • Dave Bloor, VWV
  • James Faulconbridge, University of Lancaster
  • Susan Glenholme, Debenhams Ottaway
  • Derek Southall, Hyperscale Group

 Panel Discussion

12:30 - 12:45

LawNet Annual General Meeting

 
12:30 - 13:50

Lunch, Networking & Exhibition

 
13:50 - 14:50

Future-Fit: Harnessing Change to Unlock Creativity, Collaboration, and Performance

  • Explore how embracing change can be a powerful catalyst for creativity, collaboration, and enhanced performance
  • Use cutting edge psychology and behavioural science to reshape your relationship with change
  • Learn how to lead with resilience and drive innovation in your practice
  • Discover how the right mindset can turn uncertainty into opportunity
Dr SinĂ©ad Devine-French, Positive Group 
14:50 - 15:20

Networking, Exhibition & Refreshments

 
15:20 - 16:20

Unleashing Potential: Talent Management in an Era of Technological Change

  • Understand the critical role technology and digital culture will play in future talent management
  • Equipping leaders with strategies to keep their teams motivated, engaged and continuously evolving, ensuring organisational success
  • Cultivate an environment that supports upskilling, lifelong learning and psychological well-being
Rahaf Harfoush
16:20 - 17:00

Close of Conference

Derek Rodgers, LawNet Chair
Chris Marston, LawNet CEO
19:30             

Champagne Reception

 
20:00            

Conference Dinner (Black Tie)

 
22:00            

LawNet Awards Ceremony 2024/25

 

 

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