The Directors Summit 2024

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The 1st Annual Directors’ Summit: A Landmark Event for Corporate Governance

The Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG) is proud to present the inaugural Directors’ Summit, a landmark event designed to foster engagement and learning for Pakistan’s corporate governance community.

Why Attend?

Connect with Over 300 Leaders: Network with a distinguished group of corporate leaders, board directors, regulators, capital market players, industry experts, and thought leaders.
Stay Ahead of the Curve: Learn from distinguished international and local speakers through insightful keynotes, engaging panel discussions, and practical masterclasses.

A Day of Unparalleled Value

The Directors’ Summit is a unique opportunity for experienced and aspiring board directors to connect, learn, and contribute to a thriving corporate governance landscape in Pakistan.

Join us on September 12th, 2024, from 9 AM to 5 PM at the Mövenpick Hotel in Karachi.

Memosh Khawaja

President & CEO – PICG

Agenda

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Keynotes

Topic 1: The Corporate Governance Imperative: Key Lever for Pakistan’s Prosperity

Dr. Shamshad Akhtar-Chairperson PICG & PSX

Strong corporate governance is crucial for Pakistan’s economic prosperity. When companies operate transparently and responsibly, it fosters trust and attracts investment, ultimately driving growth. This keynote will highlight facets and issues of corporate governance critical for Pakistan.

Topic 2: Emerging Global Trends in Corporate Governance

Dr. Christine Chow-Vice Chairperson ICGN

As we navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected global business environment, the principles and practices of corporate governance are evolving at a rapid pace. This keynote will highlight key trends that are shaping the future of corporate governance and their implications for businesses, investors, and regulators worldwide.

Expert Panels Insights

Plenary 1: State-Owned Enterprises Reforms

How reformative is the new SOE Policy 2023 Towards SOEs performance enhancement? Which practical challenges remain to be addressed?

Plenary 2: Directors’ Duties and Liabilities

In an ever-evolving corporate landscape, the roles & responsibilities of corporate directors have become increasingly complex and scrutinized. Hear experts discuss globally expected director duties & multifaceted nature of board directors’ duties and liabilities.

Plenary 3: Sustainability Integration

A balanced financial, social, and environmental strategy is now considered a prerequisite to business sustainability. Where do investors, regulators, and corporates stand on this rising governance imperative?

Masterclasses

Masterclass 1: Cyber Security

Topic: As digitalization adoption scales rapidly across business sectors and functions, it raises critical legal and social risks. Learn what boards must do for effective governance over cyber risks.

Masterclass 2: Climate Governance

Topic: Effective board strategies towards climate governance. Gain insights into innovative approaches and frameworks for managing climate risks and promoting sustainable development. Understand the roles of international organizations, governments, and civil society in driving climate action and accountability.

Spotlight: Financial Inclusion

Topic: An insightful session that delves into the significance of corporate governance and financial inclusion in startups. Discover the learnings and new opportunities in this domain.