R3 Eastern Forum 2023

ONE DAY FORUM - Join us for the Eastern Forum 2023 as we explore the big issues facing the profession and the eastern economy.

What to Expect
Programme
Speakers
Social Golf Day
Pricing
Sponsors

Online bookings are not closed, pleae contact the team if youwould like to attend at [email protected]

Outline:

We at the R3 Eastern Committee are pleased to announce this year’s Eastern Forum, hosted at the magnificent Sprowston Manor Golf Club located just 3.5 miles from the centre of Norwich.

Given the profession’s important role in dealing with financial distress and economic fallout, this will provide a great opportunity to discuss and debate the new challenges facing eastern businesses as we emerge from the impact of these last few years.

The Eastern Forum will provide plenty of opportunity to renew past acquaintances and/or make new connections within a packed day of topical sessions.

Gala Dinner

Included with the Eastern Forum ticket is the gala dinner will be hosted on Thursday 21 September. The evening will start with a welcome drinks reception followed by a three-course dinner.

It has been too long since we were last together, and we are pleased to offer the opportunity to meet again and network with previous and new colleagues.

Dress comfortable for dinner with a smart casual look.

Accommodation

This is available for delegates on Thursday 21 September. We encourage all those registering and requiring accommodation to book as soon as possible as spaces are limited.

Golf

There is an opportunity to register for golf scheduled for Friday 21 September.

There is a special rate for our R3 New Professionals, see the pricing tab for more information.

We very much look forward to seeing you there.

R3 Eastern Regional Committee

A big thanks to our sponsors

Main sponsor

Clumber Consultancy

Primary Finance Group

Keynote sponsor

Compliance On Call

Time	Session
09:00	Registration and networking Coffee, pastries & networking.
09:45	Welcome and opening remarks Alistair Bacon, Chair of R3 in the Eastern region will welcome our guests to the R3 Eastern Forum 2023. Chair: sessions will be chaired by Alistair Bacon, R3 Eastern Region Chair, AMB Law
09:50	R3 update Caroline Sumner will update on the work R3 has been doing for members. Speakers Caroline Sumner, CEO, R3
10:20	An update on official receiver services both nationally and locally An update on the work of Official Receivers both nationally and locally with a view to providing greater insight into the work of the current teams and anticipated future developments. Speakers Mike Commins, Head of Official Receivers’ Property and Distributions Teams, Insolvency Service
10:50	Debt restructuring case study Mr. Davis will be walking through an East of England case study demonstrating how post covid debt restructuring can radically transform the strategic direction and fortunes of small/medium enterprises. Speakers Mike Davis, Relationship Director, Primary Asset Finance
11:00	Networking and morning coffee
11:25	Investigations (SIP 2) – Challenges for Office Holders The session will look at some of the challenges, post-pandemic, for Office Holders in fulfilling their duties in respect of SIP2 – investigations into the assets of the company and conduct of Directors. It will also look at: • How onerous are these now becoming? • Satisfying Creditor Demands. • What are the common issues being identified? • What options are available to the Office Holder where funds are limited in respect of the initial assessment, more detailed enquiries into any issues identified, and ultimately pursuit of any claims that may arise. Speakers Sean Husband, Director, My Insolvency Stan Coltman, Director, Licensed Insolvency Practitioner, My Insolvency
11:55	Managing insolvencies in the franchising sector – A panel session There is no doubt that the relationship between franchisor and franchisee adds a layer of additional complexity for IPs when dealing with franchised businesses. The session is intended to highlight: • some of the issues which any IP is faced with when acting on behalf of franchised businesses; • how insolvency laws affect a franchisor’s ability to benefit from its usual rights and protections under a franchise agreement; and • the implications for an insolvent franchised business and its owners. The panel will be giving a brief insight into the franchising sector, highlight the key rights and obligations in a franchise agreement and work through a case study to tease out the relevant issues. Speakers Damian Humphrey, Partner, Ashtons Legal Fiona Stuart, Partner, Ashtons Legal Paul Strelitz, Barrister, Gatehouse Chambers Jonathan Titmuss, Barrister, Gatehouse Chambers
12:40	A vexing case A case study of the fun to be had while litigating in Central London County Court against a litigant in person. Speakers Alison Kirby, Associate Director, Manolete Partners
12:50	Lunch
13:50	Common misperceptions with pension schemes in insolvency In this presentation, Darren will cover frequent misbeliefs around pension schemes for businesses entering a formal insolvency or restructuring process. Based on his 23 years of service to the insolvency industry, Darren will look to demystify some of the common myths that Insolvency Practitioners encounter when addressing pension scheme statutory requirements, RP15 unpaid pension contribution claims and TUPE transfers. Speakers Darren Toms, Managing Director, Clumber Consultancy
14:20	Corporate legal update In this session, Katrina and Ryan will be providing a summary of the most important corporate legal decisions from the past year Speakers Ryan Hocking, Barrister, Gatehouse Chambers Katrina Mather, Barrister, Gatehouse Chambers
15.05	Checking-out? What happens when a hotel is in distress This session will delve into: • A brief history and lessons learned from hotel failures in recent years. • The challenges hotels will be facing in future years. • The restructuring lifecycle when supporting a financially challenged hotel asset/operator. Chair: Fiona Stuart, Partner, Ashtons Legal Speakers Ian Corfield, Restructuring Advisory Partner, FRP Advisory
15:40	Networking and afternoon coffee break
16:05	A word from Specialist Risk Insurance Solutions Rebuilding costs of properties. Speakers Angela Poyzer, Client Executive, Senior Specialist, Specialist Risk Insurance Solutions
16:15	Keynote - Story of a start up A dynamic and experiential session, with the thought-provoking storytelling of a business's origins and future market domination plans. Speakers Christian Hamilton, CEO, Fishers Gin
17:00	Closing remarks Speakers Alistair Bacon, Founder, Managing Director, AMB Law and R3 Eastern Region Chair
18:30 – 00:00	Evening Drinks and Gala Dinner Animated by Nick Crown with his mind-blowing magic

Golf

The golf will take place at Sprowston Manor Golf Club on Friday 22 September, we will welcome colleagues to this prestigious club and offering a fantastic opportunity for colleagues to join us to experience golf at its best.

It is a not-to-be-missed opportunity. There is limited capacity at the venue – so please book now to avoid disappointment.

Please note this has an additional price to the Eastern Forum ticket.

We very much look forward to seeing you there.

Thanks to AMB Law and Ensors for kindly supporting the golf day with post-golf drinks, food and prizes for winners

Schedule:

10:00	Coffee and networking
10:30	First Tee-off
From 15:00	Refreshments, prizegiving and networking

A big thanks to our sponsors:


Main sponsor	Main sponsor
Clumber Consultancy	Primary Finance Group


Keynote sponsor
Compliance on Call

Name	Organisation	View Bio
Alistair Bacon	R3 Eastern Region Chair, AMB Law	Click here
Stan Coltman	Director, Licensed Insolvency Practitioner, My Insolvency	Click here
Mike Commins	Head of Official Receivers’ Property and Distributions Teams, Insolvency Service	Click here
Ian Corfield	Restructuring Advisory Partner, FRP Advisory	Click here
Mike Davis	Relationship Director, Primary Asset Finance	Click here
Christian Hamilton	CEO, Fishers Gin	Click here
Ryan Hocking	Barrister, Gatehouse Chambers	Click here
Damian Humphrey	Partner, Ashtons Legal	Click here
Sean Husband	Director, My Insolvency	Click here
Alison Kirby	Associate Director, Manolete & Partners	Click here
Katrina Mather	Barrister, Gatehouse Chambers	Click here
Angela Poyzer	Client Executive, Senior Specialist, Specialist Risk Insurance Solutions	Click here
Paul Strelitz	Barrister, Gatehouse Chambers	Click here
Fiona Stuart	Partner, Ashtons Legal	Click here
Caroline Sumner	CEO, R3	Click here
Jonathan Titmuss	Barrister, Gatehouse Chambers	Click here
Darren Toms	Managing Director, Clumber Consultancy	Click here

Membership Category	Price
R3 Member Ticket - Full Day (Including Dinner)	£295 +VAT
R3 Non-Member Ticket - Full Day (Including Dinner)	£345 +VAT
Accommodation - 21 September (Single Occupancy)	£85 +VAT
Social Golf Day - 22 September	£32 + VAT