Programme
08:30
Golf registration
Shot gun start at 09:30.
Registration for golf and refreshments available.
Please note attendees can only take part in either the golf or distillery tour as the timings overlap.
Sponsored by:
12:00
Whisky and chocolate tour
The tour is the perfect introduction to Scotch whisky. The guided tour visits the distillery to see the process involved and is followed by a pairing of whisky and chocolate. Return transfers from Fairmont hotel are included in the cost of the ticket.
Pick up from Fairmont is at 11:30, and the first tour begins at 12:00. The tour will take approximately 90 minutes.
Please note attendees can only take part in either the golf and distillery tour as the timings overlap.
14:00 – onwards
Registration
Register for the conference.
15:15
R3 Annual Conference 2024 grand opening
Grand opening of the conference including piping in ceremony. The conference begins with forging connections and team bonding, in the Scottish tradition of Highland Games, where bonds with new contacts and old are developed through team participation, taking those bonds and connections through the conference where we look to forge global pathways for the UK insolvency profession.
15:30
Forging connections through Highland Games
Join your ‘Clan’, led by the conference sponsors, to form teams for 4 highland games style activities either participating or supporting, to form friendships and connections that will set you up for the rest of the conference. The leading two Clans will play it out with a Tug-o-War for the R3 Conference Trophy.
19:00
Informal networking reception and dinner
R3 will welcome all attendees to join us for a networking reception and informal dinner. Drinks reception from 19.00 and dinner will be served from 20.00.
08:15
Registration and networking
09:15
Welcome and opening remarks
R3 President welcomes attendees for an engaging full day programme, including extending thanks to our main sponsor CAPA.
Speaker
Tim Cooper
Partner,
Addleshaw Goddard LLP
R3 President,
R3
Mike Sheath
Director,
CAPA
09:30
The Future of the Profession
This session will draw on new R3 research exploring how the profession has evolved in recent years and understanding what it means to be an IP or restructuring professional working in the profession today. The session will set the scene for discussing the opportunities and challenges for individuals and firms in the coming years and how we can adapt and shape these towards a positive future.
Speakers
Caroline Sumner
CEO,
R3
10:10
Class of 2024 part 1
The Class of 2024 will see short technical and career sessions on relevant issues, providing an opportunity to showcase new and emerging talent.
The ultimate rescue – showcasing the value we bring as a profession in high stake situations – a short case study with Jonathan Dunn.
Alternative pathways to accessing the insolvency profession – A personal perspective with Katie McLachlan.
Speakers
Jonathan Dunn
Partner, Restructuring Advisory,
FRP
Katie McLachlan
Licensed Personal Insolvency Practitioner/ Senior Manager,
Middlebrooks
10:25
Resilience becomes growth: How the economy is shaping up
Economies have been resilient to the sharp rise in interest rates so far. And falling inflation looks set to pave the way for central banks to begin cutting rates at some point this year. But can we be sure of the soft landing many forecasters are anticipating? How are households and businesses coping with higher rates? And how does that shape the outlook for insolvencies? Meanwhile the US has not just been resilient but has enjoyed robust growth. Is that expected to change in the run-up to its election? And how does this all impact the pace of the energy transition? We’ll look to answer these questions and more.
Speaker
Marcus Wright
Senior Economist,
NatWest
11:05
Invisible Assets
Occupational property costs when challenged can lead to significant monetary recoveries. Especially in the area of non-domestic rates which has its own myriad of rules, exemptions & calculations. CAPA explains why such retrospective audits are essential to an IP’s toolkit.
Speakers
Mike Sheath
Director,
CAPA
Tony Sweeney
Director and Co-Founder,
CAPA
11:15
Refreshment break
11:45
Welcome back
Attendees are welcomed back and will hear from R3 Key Sponsor Partner Manolete.
A world without insolvency litigation funding – where would we be?
Speaker
Rachel Grant
Associate Director,
Manolete Partners PLC
11:55
Class of 2024 part 2
Short technical and career sessions on relevant issues, providing an opportunity to showcase new and emerging talent with three speakers from the class of 2024.
Unlocking the restructuring toolbox for SMEs – fact or fiction with Alistair Rolland.
The evolving role of professional advisers in corporate restructurings with Emma Sadler.
Emerging trends impacting the agri-food sector in a post-Brexit UK with Helen Wheeler-Jones.
Speakers
Alistair Rolland
Managing Director,
BDO
Emma Sadler
Partner,
Addleshaw Goddard LLP
Helen Wheeler-Jones
Director,
PwC
12:15
In conversation with… – the UK political landscape and future of the Union in 2024 and beyond
Tim Cooper will pose questions to The Rt Hon Lord David Triesman to discuss the current and future political landscapes. With an extensive career Lord Triesman will be able to give an excellent overview of the geo-political picture of the UK and its place in the EU and beyond. As the UK is potentially facing imminent political and government change he will provide plenty of powerful insights.
Speakers
Tim Cooper
Partner,
Addleshaw Goddard LLP
R3 President,
R3
13:00
Lunch
14:15
Welcome back
Attendees are welcome back and will hear from R3 Key sponsor partner Marsh.
How affordable insurance can enable the unlocking of many good claims by an IP better than expensive funding.
Speaker
John Pennie
Senior Vice President,
Marsh
14:25
Introduction to international symposium
Tim Cooper introduces the international symposium, detailing the three workshops delegates can chose from.
Speaker
Tim Cooper
Partner,
Addleshaw Goddard LLP
R3 President,
R3
14:40
Breakout session 1
All three breakout sessions run simultaneously. Delegates can attend one in this timeslot and one at 15.40 as all breakout sessions are repeated twice.
Chat GB & NI: Four nations, one challenge - restructuring, insolvency and AI
Practitioners from each of the four UK nations discuss the current Restructuring and Insolvency environment, looking at the similarities and differences in their respective jurisdictions and markets. The panel discussion will focus on legislative differences, work sources, people, opportunities and risks. The session will extend into an interactive practical exercise for delegates where they can experience first-hand the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence - one of the biggest risks, but also potentially the biggest opportunity, to our industry both today and in the future.
Speakers
Richard Bathgate
Restructuring Partner,
Johnston Carmichael
Scotland Chair,
R3
Ed Ellis
Director,
Mercer & Hole
LASER Chair,
R3
Andrea Knox
Director/Solicitor/non-appointment taking Licensed Insolvency Practitioner,
Knox Commercial & Insolvency Solicitors
Ian Leonard
Director,
Interpath Advisory
EU passports to the right, UK to the left - pathways in EU post-Brexit
Post-Brexit, almost all EU Member States have now implemented the Directive on Restructuring and Insolvency into their national law which ensures that debtors have access to preventive restructuring frameworks. The introduction of such new preventive restructuring tools raises questions as to their cross-border recognition in the UK. Current issues in EU-UK cross-border recognition of insolvency proceedings will also be covered, offering insights to the audience.
Speaker
Barry Cahir
Solicitor (Ireland) / Partner,
Beauchamps
Giorgio Corno
Avvocato (Italy) / Solicitor (England and Wales) / Partner,
Studio Corno Avvocati
Frances Coulson
Solicitor (England and Wales) / Partner,
Wedlake Bell LLP
Samantha Eustace
Manager,
Interpath Advisory
Alice van der Schee
Advocaat (The Netherlands) / Rechtsanwaltin (Germany) / Partner,
Van Benthem & Keulen
Offshore / UK – Territorial flightpaths
Practitioners from the Isle of Man, Guernsey and BVI will discuss their respective journeys dealing with insolvency cases cross border, often with some sort of UK connection. The assembled panel has collective experience in over 60 jurisdictions globally including many high-profile cases. They each have unrivalled coal-face tales to share with conference delegates and will provide topical insights into the ongoing development of international insolvency regimes as well as discussing issues affecting particular jurisdictions. This is a not to be missed session, a must for all practitioners dealing with international cases and very relevant for all younger attendees including those considering international options in their careers.
Speakers
Simon Heggs
Group Partner,
Collas Crill LLP
Tom Maher
Founder,
Maher Law
Greig Mitchell
Managing Director (BVI),
KRyS Global
Anthony Williams
Partner,
Appleby (Guernsey) LLP
Gordon Wilson
Partner,
FRP Advisory (Isle of Man) Ltd
15:40
Breakout session 2
All three breakout sessions run simultaneously. Delegates can attend one in this timeslot and one at 14.40 as all breakout sessions are repeated twice.
Chat GB & NI: Four nations, one challenge - restructuring, insolvency and AI
Practitioners from each of the four UK nations discuss the current Restructuring and Insolvency environment, looking at the similarities and differences in their respective jurisdictions and markets. The panel discussion will focus on legislative differences, work sources, people, opportunities and risks. The session will extend into an interactive practical exercise for delegates where they can experience first-hand the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence - one of the biggest risks, but also potentially the biggest opportunity, to our industry both today and in the future.
Speakers
Richard Bathgate
Restructuring Partner,
Johnston Carmichael
Scotland Chair,
R3
Ed Ellis
Director,
Mercer & Hole
LASER Chair,
R3
Andrea Knox
Director/Solicitor/non-appointment taking Licensed Insolvency Practitioner,
Knox Commercial & Insolvency Solicitors
Ian Leonard
Director,
Interpath Advisory
EU passports to the right, UK to the left - pathways in EU post-Brexit
Post-Brexit, almost all EU Member States have now implemented the Directive on Restructuring and Insolvency into their national law which ensures that debtors have access to preventive restructuring frameworks. The introduction of such new preventive restructuring tools raises questions as to their cross-border recognition in the UK. Current issues in EU-UK cross-border recognition of insolvency proceedings will also be covered, offering insights to the audience.
Speaker
Barry Cahir
Solicitor (Ireland) / Partner,
Beauchamps
Giorgio Corno
Avvocato (Italy) / Solicitor (England and Wales) / Partner,
Studio Corno Avvocati
Frances Coulson
Solicitor (England and Wales) / Partner,
Wedlake Bell LLP
Samantha Eustace
Manager,
Interpath Advisory
Alice van der Schee
Advocaat (The Netherlands) / Rechtsanwaltin (Germany) / Partner,
Van Benthem & Keulen
Offshore / UK – Territorial flightpaths
Practitioners from the Isle of Man, Guernsey and BVI will discuss their respective journeys dealing with insolvency cases cross border, often with some sort of UK connection. The assembled panel has collective experience in over 60 jurisdictions globally including many high-profile cases. They each have unrivalled coal-face tales to share with conference delegates and will provide topical insights into the ongoing development of international insolvency regimes as well as discussing issues affecting particular jurisdictions. This is a not to be missed session, a must for all practitioners dealing with international cases and very relevant for all younger attendees including those considering international options in their careers.
Speakers
Simon Heggs
Group Partner,
Collas Crill LLP
Tom Maher
Founder,
Maher Law
Greig Mitchell
Managing Director (BVI),
KRyS Global
Anthony Williams
Partner,
Appleby (Guernsey) LLP
Gordon Wilson
Partner,
FRP Advisory (Isle of Man) Ltd
16:45
Class of 2024 part 3
Short technical and career sessions on relevant issues, providing an opportunity to showcase new and emerging talent with two speakers from the class of 2024.
The role of modified universalism post-Brexit with Katie Longstaff.
Why I made a career choice in Restructuring & Insolvency – A personal perspective from a Newly Qualified lawyer with Hannah Smyth.
Speakers
Katie Longstaff
Barrister,
Radcliffe Chambers
Hannah Smyth
Associate,
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
17:00
Debrief from the international symposium
Hear from the workshop chairs as we discuss the pertinent points and issues raised.
17:15
Closing remarks
R3’s President offers reflections and closing remarkable after a full day of content and networking.
Speaker
Tim Cooper
Partner,
Addleshaw Goddard LLP
R3 President,
R3
19:00
Drinks reception and gala dinner
R3 will welcome all attendees to join us at the R3 drinks reception and gala dinner.
Drinks reception from 19:00. Dinner will be served from 20:00.
08:15
Registration opens
08:55
Welcome back
Caroline Sumner R3’s CEO welcomes all attendees back for the final day of the conference.
Speaker
Caroline Sumner
CEO,
R3
09:00
The Insolvency sector: Cross UK government perspectives
A consideration and examination of the current and future of oversight and regulation across all UK jurisdictions.
Speakers
Angela Crossley
Director, Strategy, Policy and Analysis,
The Insolvency Service
Richard Monds
Director of Insolvency,
NI Insolvency Service
09:40
Class of 2024 part 4
Short technical and career sessions on relevant issues, providing an opportunity to showcase new and emerging talent with three speakers from the class of 2024.
Refinancing challenges faced by UK corporates with Kris Aspin.
Accessing the restructuring profession – An LGBTQ+ perspective with Paul Carter.
The client perspective – Meeting client expectations and beyond with Natasha Harbinson.
Speakers
Kris Aspin
Partner,
Ernst & Young LLP
Paul Carter
Senior Director,
Kroll
Natasha Harbinson
Director,
Interpath Advisory
10:00
Refreshment break
10:20
Global Experts – global trends in insolvency law
INSOL International President, Scott Atkins, will lead delegates through a survey of recent insolvency, restructuring and legislative developments across a range of jurisdictions, including the UK, Amsterdam, Hong Kong SAR, Mainland China, Singapore, BVI and Cayman, UAE and more.
Speakers
Scott Atkins
Global Head of Restructuring and Head of Risk Advisory,
Norton Rose Fulbright
11:00
R3’s Special Situations Faculty presents: navigating complexity for success
Co-Chairs of the Faculty, Felix Connolly, and Matthew Flower are joined by Louise Durkan and Craig Nicol to share their experience of the challenging and dynamic Special Situations M&A environment where transactions can be highly complex and require expert guidance alongside creative and strategic thinking to achieve successful outcomes. In this session our experts will share their insights as we will explore the key components for delivering success, all the way from identifying and evaluating opportunities to executing and closing transactions. We will also delve into some real-life examples to illustrate the tactics and strategies used to navigate these complex deals.
Speakers
Felix Connolly
Investment Director,
Endless LLP
Louise Durkan
Partner, Special Situations M&A,
Deloitte LLP
Matthew Flower
Partner,
FRP Corporate Finance
Craig Nicol
SEO,
EQ Chartered Accountants
11:40
R3 President final remarks
R3 President Tim Cooper will close the R3 Annual Conference 2024 by summarising the key take outs from the conference.
Speaker
Tim Cooper
Partner,
Addleshaw Goddard LLP
R3 President,
R3
12:00
Conference close
The final conference session will finish at 12:00, a grab and go lunch will be provided for all delegates.