The Global Pound Conference (GPC) Series was a global initiative focused on alternative dispute resolution (ADR), held in various cities worldwide during 2016 and 2017. Organized by the International Mediation Institute (IMI), the series aimed to engage stakeholders in discussions about the future of dispute resolution and improving access to justice. The GPC Series was inspired by the 1976 Pound Conference, which significantly influenced the growth of mediation in the United States.
The conferences addressed key topics such as the effectiveness of existing dispute resolution methods, the need for systemic changes, and strategies to enhance access to justice. Participants included users, providers, and advisors in the ADR field, collaborating to shape the future direction of dispute resolution practices. The series culminated in a comprehensive report interpreting the gathered data, providing insights into the evolving landscape of ADR.
The GPC Series provided opportunities for networking among professionals from diverse backgrounds, including businesses, legal practitioners, academics, and policymakers. Notable speakers and panelists shared their expertise, fostering discussions on innovative approaches to dispute resolution. The events also featured interactive sessions, allowing attendees to engage directly with the content and contribute to the ongoing dialogue.
Professionals involved in dispute resolution, legal practice, and policy development would have found the GPC Series particularly beneficial. The conferences offered a platform to exchange ideas, stay informed about global trends, and collaborate on initiatives aimed at improving dispute resolution processes and access to justice.
Speakers(70)
Abdul Moneim Suwaidan
Registered Lawyer, Founder at Bin Suwaidan Advocate & Legal Consultants
Abdul Moneim Suwaidan is a Registered Lawyer and Founder of Bin Suwaidan Advocate & Legal Consultants.
Andre Yeap, S.C.
Senior Partner, Dispute Resolution and Head, International Arbitration at Rajah & Tann Asia
Andre Yeap is a Senior Partner and Head of International Arbitration at Rajah & Tann Asia.
Anita Phillips
Professional Support Consultant at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP
Anita Phillips is a Professional Support Consultant at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP.
Ann Ryan Robertson
Mediator & Arbitrator at Independent
Ann Ryan Robertson is an independent Mediator and Arbitrator specializing in dispute resolution.
Associate Professor Ian Macduff
Associate Professor of Law (Practice) at Singapore Management University
Associate Professor Ian Macduff teaches law at Singapore Management University, focusing on dispute resolution.
Ben Giaretta
Chairperson at Singapore International Mediation Institute
Ben Giaretta is the Chairperson of the Singapore International Mediation Institute, advancing mediation practices in Singapore.
Birgit Sambeth Glasner
Adviser & Mediator at Altenburger
Birgit Sambeth Glasner is an Adviser and Mediator at Altenburger, specializing in dispute resolution.
Caroline Ming
Executive Director & General Counsel at Swiss Chambers’ Arbitration Institution
Caroline Ming is the Executive Director and General Counsel at the Swiss Chambers’ Arbitration Institution.
Cecilia H. Morgan
Mediator & Arbitrator at JAMS – Dallas
Cecilia H. Morgan is a Mediator and Arbitrator at JAMS in Dallas.
Chia Wee Kiat
Registrar at Family Justice Courts
Chia Wee Kiat serves as the Registrar of the Family Justice Courts, managing family-related legal proceedings.
Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon
President at Singapore Academy of Law
Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon serves as the President of the Singapore Academy of Law, overseeing the development and promotion of Singapore's legal profession.
Christopher Chuah
Partner at WongPartnership
Christopher Chuah is a Partner at WongPartnership, specializing in dispute resolution and litigation.
Cliff Palefsky
Partner at McGuinn, Hillsman & Palefsky
Cliff Palefsky is a Partner at McGuinn, Hillsman & Palefsky, focusing on employment law.
Craig Shepherd
Partner at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP
Craig Shepherd is a Partner at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP.
Daniel Ee
Vice-Chairman at Singapore Institute of Directors
Daniel Ee is the Vice-Chairman of the Singapore Institute of Directors, supporting corporate governance initiatives.
David Bateson
Arbitrator at 39 Essex Chambers
David Bateson is an Arbitrator at 39 Essex Chambers, focusing on international arbitration and dispute resolution.
Deborah Masucci
Executive Director at Singapore Judicial College
Deborah Masucci is the Executive Director of the Singapore Judicial College, overseeing judicial education.
Don Philbin
Mediator & Arbitrator at Independent
Don Philbin is an independent Mediator and Arbitrator specializing in dispute resolution.
Donald Leo
General Counsel at Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Donald Leo is the General Counsel at the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Dr Eman Mansour
Director at Investors’ Dispute Settlement Centre
Dr Eman Mansour directs the Investors’ Dispute Settlement Centre, resolving disputes for investors.
Edward van Geuns
Partner at De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek
Edward van Geuns is a Partner at De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek, focusing on international arbitration.
Eunice Chua
Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Singapore International Mediation Centre
Eunice Chua is the Deputy CEO of the Singapore International Mediation Centre, promoting mediation services in Singapore.
Faridah Sarah
Senior Associate at Galadari Law Firm
Faridah Sarah is a Senior Associate at Galadari Law Firm.
Francois Bogacz
Co-founder and CEO at Neuroawareness Consulting Service Inc.
Francois Bogacz is the Co-founder and CEO of Neuroawareness Consulting Service Inc., specializing in neuroscience applications in conflict resolution.
Fred Kan
Director, Financial Dispute Resolution Centre at Fred Kan & Co
Fred Kan is the Director of the Financial Dispute Resolution Centre and Senior Partner at Fred Kan & Co.
Gail Killefer
ADR Program Director at U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Gail Killefer is the ADR Program Director at the U.S. District Court, Central District of California.
George Lim, S.C.
Co-Chair at Singapore International Mediation Centre
George Lim is the Co-Chair of the Singapore International Mediation Centre, promoting mediation as a dispute resolution method.
Gerard Ee
President at Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants
Gerard Ee is the President of the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants, leading the accounting profession in Singapore.
Gina Miller
Vice President, West Region at JAMS
Gina Miller is the Vice President of the West Region at JAMS.
Gregory Vijayendran
Partner, Commercial Litigation at Rajah & Tann Asia
Gregory Vijayendran is a Partner specializing in commercial litigation at Rajah & Tann Asia.
Howard Miller
Mediator & Arbitrator at Independent
Howard Miller is an independent Mediator and Arbitrator specializing in dispute resolution.
Indranee Rajah, S.C.
Senior Minister of State for Law and Finance at Government of Singapore
Indranee Rajah is the Senior Minister of State for Law and Finance in Singapore, responsible for overseeing the country's legal and financial sectors.
Irena Vanenkova
Executive Director at International Mediation Institute
Irena Vanenkova is the Executive Director of the International Mediation Institute, promoting mediation worldwide.
Jamie Sparkes
Mediator & Arbitrator at Independent
Jamie Sparkes is an independent Mediator and Arbitrator specializing in dispute resolution.
Jason Harper
President at Southern California Mediation Association
Jason Harper is the President of the Southern California Mediation Association.
Jeffrey Chan, S.C.
Deputy Solicitor-General at Attorney-General's Chambers
Jeffrey Chan is the Deputy Solicitor-General at the Attorney-General's Chambers, providing legal counsel to the Singapore government.
Jennifer Marie
Deputy Presiding Judge and Registrar at State Courts of Singapore
Jennifer Marie serves as the Deputy Presiding Judge and Registrar at the State Courts of Singapore.
Jody Sin
Director at Resolution Mediation Consultants
Jody Sin is the Director of Resolution Mediation Consultants.
Joe Liu
Partner and Head of ADR at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP
Joe Liu is a Partner and Head of Alternative Dispute Resolution at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP.
John Wilkinson
Partner - ME Regional Deals Leader, Senior Partner Forensic Services at PwC
John Wilkinson is a Partner at PwC, leading Middle East Regional Deals and Forensic Services.
Joseph Tirado
Lawyer & ADR Neutral at Independent
Joseph Tirado is a lawyer and Alternative Dispute Resolution neutral, specializing in international disputes.
Judicial Commissioner See Kee Oon
Presiding Judge at State Courts of Singapore
Judicial Commissioner See Kee Oon serves as the Presiding Judge of the State Courts of Singapore, overseeing the administration of justice.
Justice Belinda Ang Saw Ean
Chair at Singapore Mediation Centre
Justice Belinda Ang Saw Ean chairs the Singapore Mediation Centre, leading initiatives to promote mediation as a means of dispute resolution.
Karen Petrulakis
General Counsel at University of California
Karen Petrulakis is the General Counsel at the University of California.
Laura Lau Chin Yui
District Judge at State Courts, Singapore
Laura Lau Chin Yui is a District Judge at the State Courts of Singapore.
Laura Thomson
Senior Legal Counsel at Engie
Laura Thomson is a Senior Legal Counsel at Engie.
Lim Seok Hui
Chief Executive Officer at Singapore International Arbitration Centre
Lim Seok Hui is the CEO of the Singapore International Arbitration Centre, overseeing arbitration services in Singapore.
Loong Seng Onn
Executive Director at Singapore Mediation Centre
Loong Seng Onn is the Executive Director of the Singapore Mediation Centre, facilitating mediation processes.
Mahmoud Mostafa
Legal Director at Pinsent Masons
Mahmoud Mostafa is the Legal Director at Pinsent Masons.
Michael E Schneider
Partner at LALIVE
Michael E Schneider is a Partner at LALIVE, focusing on international arbitration.
Michael J. Reardon
Faculty of Law at University de Neuchatel
Michael J. Reardon is a faculty member at the University de Neuchatel, specializing in law.
Michael McIlwrath
Global Chief Litigation Counsel at GE Oil and Gas
Michael McIlwrath is the Global Chief Litigation Counsel at GE Oil and Gas.
Mohammed Amin Mobasheri
Director at Centre for Amicable Resolution of Disputes
Mohammed Amin Mobasheri is the Director of the Centre for Amicable Resolution of Disputes.
Nicolas Torrent
Director of Operations at eJust at eJust
Nicolas Torrent is the Director of Operations at eJust, specializing in arbitration services.
Prof Anselmo Reyes
International Judge at SICC Singapore International Commercial Court
Prof Anselmo Reyes is an International Judge at the Singapore International Commercial Court.
Prof. David Sander
CISA at Sho
Prof. David Sander is affiliated with Sho, specializing in conflict management.
Professor Nadja Alexander
Principal at Conflict Coaching International
Professor Nadja Alexander is the Principal of Conflict Coaching International, specializing in conflict management and dispute resolution.
Richard Jones
General Counsel, Greater China & North Asia at Standard Chartered Bank
Richard Jones is the General Counsel for Greater China & North Asia at Standard Chartered Bank.
Scott Nonaka
Partner at Sidley, Austin
Scott Nonaka is a Partner at Sidley, Austin, specializing in dispute resolution.
Simon Roper
Chair of the Local Organizing Committee at Global Pound Conference Series
Simon Roper chairs the Local Organizing Committee for the Global Pound Conference Series.
Sok-Theng Cheng
Executive Director/SE Asia Legal Counsel at Morgan Stanley
Sok-Theng Cheng is the Executive Director and Southeast Asia Legal Counsel at Morgan Stanley, overseeing legal matters in the region.
Sophie Thorens-Aladjem
President of the Civil Tribunal at Independent
Sophie Thorens-Aladjem is the President of the Civil Tribunal, overseeing civil cases.
Stuart Paterson
Partner at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP
Stuart Paterson is a Partner at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP.
Sylvia Siu
Vice President at Hong Kong Institute of Arbitrators
Sylvia Siu is the Vice President of the Hong Kong Institute of Arbitrators.
Tan Siong Thye, S.C.
Deputy Attorney-General at Attorney-General’s Chambers
Tan Siong Thye is the Deputy Attorney-General at the Attorney-General’s Chambers, providing legal advice to the Singapore government.
Teh Hwee Hwee
Deputy Registrar at Supreme Court of Singapore
Teh Hwee Hwee is the Deputy Registrar at the Supreme Court of Singapore, managing court operations.
Thio Shen Yi, S.C.
President at Law Society of Singapore
Thio Shen Yi is the President of the Law Society of Singapore, leading the legal profession in Singapore.
Thomas R. Snider
Partner, Head of Arbitration at Al Tamimi & Company
Thomas R. Snider is a Partner and Head of Arbitration at Al Tamimi & Company.
Ute A. Joas Quinn
Associate General Counsel, Exploration & Production at HESS Corporation
Ute A. Joas Quinn is the Associate General Counsel for Exploration & Production at HESS Corporation.
Vincent Subilia
CCIG & SCAI at Provider & User Association
Vincent Subilia represents both providers and users in the dispute resolution field.
Event Details
- Date
- June 15-16, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇸🇬 Singapore
- Various cities worldwide
- Pricing
- Varies by location
- Audience
- Legal professionals, ADR practitioners, policymakers, academics, business leaders
- CLE Credits
- Up to 15 CLE credits
- Attendees
- Over 7,000 participants globally