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Wednesday 2 September (1230 - 1400)
Wednesday 2 September (1400 - 1500)
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This session will explore how compliance has evolved into a core element of M&A and private equity strategy, shaping outcomes across the entire deal lifecycle. It will address risk-based pre-acquisition due diligence under tight timelines, including the identification and pricing of compliance risks, as well as post-acquisition integration and the challenges of successor liability and effective remediation in line with expectations from authorities such as the US Department of Justice and the Brazilian CGU, among others. The discussion will also highlight how robust compliance frameworks can enhance valuation, support smoother exits and act as a strategic value driver for private equity sponsors and corporate buyers alike.
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Wednesday 2 September (1500 - 1600)
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This session will explore how blockchain technology is reshaping transparency, accountability, and transaction security across both public‑ and private‑sector ecosystems. Panelists will discuss the features that make distributed‑ledger technologies particularly valuable for compliance—such as immutable audit trails, enhanced traceability of assets and payments, and automated controls enabled through smart contracts. The conversation will also address emerging regulatory expectations, the integration of blockchain into existing compliance architectures, and the challenges associated with data governance, interoperability, and scalability. Attendees will gain practical insights into how blockchain can strengthen fraud prevention, support secure digital transactions, and provide greater assurance in high‑risk or complex operational environments.
Anti-Corruption Committee (Lead)
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Wednesday 2 September (1600 - 1630)
Wednesday 2 September (1630 - 1730)
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This session will explore the critical role that legal professionals play in fostering integrity, ethical conduct, and accountability within organisations and across broader business ecosystems. Panelists will discuss best practices for advising corporate clients on ethical decision‑making, managing conflicts of interest, and embedding integrity‑driven principles into governance structures and day‑to‑day operations. The conversation will also delve into common ethical dilemmas faced by in‑house and external counsel - such as navigating competing stakeholder expectations, balancing confidentiality with disclosure obligations, and addressing misconduct in complex or high‑pressure environments. Attendees will gain practical insights into how legal practitioners can serve as strategic partners in shaping responsible business practices, strengthening compliance culture, and promoting ethical resilience in rapidly evolving regulatory landscapes.
Anti-Corruption Committee (Lead)
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Wednesday 2 September (1730 - 1745)
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Final reflections, action points and next steps.