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Forum Overview

The Steering Committee welcomes a diverse and international group of 48 leading arbitration counsel at the peak of their career.

 

Using candid, seminar-style discussions, this annual meeting facilitates an openness to examine new ways of thinking about aspects of practice in international arbitration ranging from legal topics, practice management, and innovation, as well as developments that may impact the future of international arbitration.  

2025 Steering Committee

This elite group, comprised of experts in the field, personally nominates all invitees and develops the Agenda, which forms the basis of our discussions.

Committee Co-Chairs

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Karina Goldberg
Ferro, Castro Neves, Daltro & Gomide Advogados São Paulo, Brazil

São Paulo, Brazil

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Erik Koster
AKD Benelux Lawyers Rotterdam, Netherlands

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Steering Committee Members

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Philippa Charles
Twenty Essex London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

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Okan Demirkan
Kolcuoğlu Demirkan Koçakli Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul, Turkey

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Raëd Fathallah
Bredin Prat Paris, France

Paris, France

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Ila Kapoor
Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. New Delhi, India

New Delhi, India

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Beomsu Kim
Baker McKenzie & KL Partners Joint Venture Law Firm Seoul, South Korea

Seoul, South Korea

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Lars Markert
Nishimura & Asahi Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo, Japan

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Nania Owusu-Ankomah Sackey
Bentsi-Enchill, Letsa & Ankomah Accra, Ghana

Accra, Ghana

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Kamal Shah
Stephenson Harwood LLP London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

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Thomas R. Snider
Charles Russell Speechlys Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Anna-Maria Tamminen
Hannes Snellman Attorneys Ltd Helsinki, Finland

Helsinki, Finland

Advisory Committee Members

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James Hosking
Chaffetz Lindsey LLP New York, United States

New York, United States

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Mallory Silberman
Georgetown University Law Center Washington, United States

Washington, United States

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William Thomas, KC
Freshfields London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Forum Director

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Jessica Baker Ellis
Senior Vice President, Dispute Resolution Programming Cambridge Forums Inc. Toronto, Canada

Senior Vice President, Dispute Resolution Programming

Toronto, Canada

Jessica has a Bachelor’s Degree from McMaster University in Art History, Criticism and Conservation. A seasoned event and marketing manager, she has executed live engagements globally in the legal, technology, financial, not-for-profit and consumer products industries for many of the world’s leading organizations. 

Prior to joining Cambridge Forums, Jessica worked in conference management, specializing in executive events for C-Suite executives, Board members and VIP clients. A fluid communicator, Jessica utilizes her leadership skills and passion for creating flawless participant experiences as a Forum Director, focusing on programs in private wealth and antitrust. A food & wine aficionado, Jessica is also accredited with the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 Award in Wine & Spirits. 

When she’s out of the office, Jessica enjoys hot yoga, skiing and travel.
 

Jessica has a Bachelor’s Degree from McMaster University in Art History, Criticism and Conservation. A seasoned event and marketing manager, she has executed live engagements globally in the legal, technology, financial, not-for-profit and consumer products industries for many of the world’s leading organizations. 

Prior to joining Cambridge Forums, Jessica worked in conference management, specializing in executive events for C-Suite executives, Board members and VIP clients. A fluid communicator, Jessica utilizes her leadership skills and passion for creating flawless participant experiences as a Forum Director, focusing on programs in private wealth and antitrust. A food & wine aficionado, Jessica is also accredited with the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 Award in Wine & Spirits. 

When she’s out of the office, Jessica enjoys hot yoga, skiing and travel.
 

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Built on meaningful interactions and genuine connections, the Forum is the premiere gathering for preeminent global leaders in international arbitration.

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Jessica Baker Ellis

Senior Vice President, Dispute Resolution Programming