HomeTHE LEGAL 500: GC CORPORATE GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE FORUM – PHILIPPINES 2024

Amid a scene of change and uncertainty, companies around the world are increasingly faced with an increased risk of disputes, amplified by the rise of technology, ever-evolving ESG considerations, and supply chain disruption.

Running a successful business depends on anticipating risks and establishing robust compliance now more than ever, to successfully protect your organization in today’s interconnected world. For General and In-House Counsels, the challenge is even greater, with remote working, digital transformation, and multi-jurisdictional nuances requiring a broad perspective and deep understanding of the local outlook.

In this forum, Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra in partnership with The Legal 500 will bring together the leading in-house and private practitioners together to discuss the best way of establishing effective and diligent corporate governance frameworks across the Philippines.

EVENT DETAILS

Date: 24 September 2024 (Tuesday)
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Venue: Manila House Private Members Club, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City, Philippines

REGISTRATION

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Kindly note that registering through the provided link does not guarantee a slot, as the event has limited capacity. An email confirmation will be sent upon successfully securing a slot.

TOPICS

Strengthening Governance Foundations: Corporate Governance Compliance, ESG Standards, and M&A Best Practices.

• Exploring the intricate relationship between corporate governance and mergers and acquisitions (M&A), alongside the evolving ESG considerations and their impact on dealmaking;
• Corporate governance framework in the Philippines;
• Best practices in the dynamic realm of corporate governance in M&A activities; and
• Practical strategies for integrating compliance efforts across these areas to enhance transparency, accountability, and long-term value creation for key stakeholders

Optimizing Governance Foundations: Navigating Anti-Money Laundering, Taxation, and Financial Consumer Protection Best Compliance Practices

• Delving into compliance requirements and best practices concerning Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws;
• Important tax compliance updates and regulations;
• Navigating the rules and regulations on Financial Consumer Protection; and
• Exploring strategies to further strengthen governance foundations

Ensuring Data Privacy Leadership in a Data-Driven Economy: Frameworks and Strategies in Data Governance

• Tackling issues on the rapidly evolving data privacy and protection regulatory landscape in light of advances in artificial intelligence, the continuing pivot of businesses towards data-driven models, and looming security threats; and
• Integration of data privacy principles into data governance policies to further innovation while reducing security risks

PROGRAM

SPEAKERS AND PANEL MEMBERS

Panel 1 – Strengthening Governance Foundations: Corporate Governance Compliance, ESG Standards, and M&A Best Practices

Panel 2 – Optimizing Governance Foundations: Navigating Anti-Money Laundering, Taxation, and Financial Consumer Protection Best Compliance Practices

Panel 3 – Ensuring Data Privacy Leadership in a Data-Driven Economy: Frameworks and Strategies in Data Governance