GC Elite | Global Community for General Counsel

“I would like to be part of a genuine community which would be diverse enough to allow for special interest groups but manifest and live a common set of values.”

Livia Dumitrescu, Head of Legal at Franklin Templeton, Romania

“GC Elite shows that world-class legal work is not just about technical brilliance it’s about building bridges across borders. When top GCs exchange perspectives, we elevate our profession from lawyering to true leadership.”

Timo Matthias Spitzer, LL.M. (Wellington), Executive Director & Head of Legal Santander CIB Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Nordic Countries

“In a role where we are expected to be both gatekeepers and enablers, where the law is only half the equation and judgment is everything, it helps enormously to have peers you can turn to. A strong GC network offers insight, perspective, and, above all, empathy.”

Anastasia Petsinari, General Counsel at Optima Bank, Greece

“Within a powerful network of thought leaders, we can learn from each other, attract and grow talent, and help shape the future of our profession.”

Samuel Huen, Global Head of Legal and Regulatory Compliance, Member of Global Management Committee at the Bank of Singapore

“Many of us operate in legal isolation at the executive level. Having a trusted circle where we can discuss wins, hard decisions, grey areas and lessons learned is invaluable.”

Caroline Paranikas, Chief Legal Officer/Chief Administrative Officer at Prescient Security, USA

“Being a GC can feel like a solo act at times, but the reality is we’re all facing similar challenges. That’s why collaborating with other in-house leaders is so valuable.”

Amr Wageeh, Chief Legal Officer & FDI Policy Advisor, Kuwait

“By fostering strong peer relationships, sharing best practices, and supporting each other’s growth, we can create a legacy of empowered leaders in the legal profession - not just for today, but for the next generation of GCs and in-house lawyers.”

Maria Jose Van Morlegan, Legal and Regulatory Director at Edenor, Argentina

“By collaborating, we not only address our own challenges but also contribute to a collective knowledge base that empowers our peers and the legal community.”

Troy Swan, Company Director, Group General Counsel & Company Secretary at Winc, Australia

“I see collaboration as a powerful driver of progress. Through GC Elite, I hope to contribute to a global dialogue on what it means to be a legal leader today - how we enable transformation, embed legal foresight, and elevate our teams.”

Isabel Fernandes, Director/General Counsel – Legal Services Department at Grupo Visabeira S.A., Portugal

“By collaborating with other GCs and senior in-house lawyers, I’m looking to build a strong peer network where we can exchange practical insights, share lessons learned, and collectively navigate the increasingly complex legal and business landscape.”

Brian M. Dunn, Group General Counsel at Mojay Global Holding Limited, UAE

Insights

New research reveals how General Counsel really spend their time

The role of the General Counsel has been evolving for years, but how much time do today’s legal leaders actually spend on strategy? For many...

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When machines read, humans close the deal: notes for General Counsel and in-house teams

As AI transforms contract review and legal workflows, Mauro Ribeiro, Head of Legal and Commercial Management at Huawei, explores the part of the General Counsel’s...

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Part 9 of 9: Lessons GCs wish they’d known earlier

In the final part of our series, 9 Lessons GCs Wish They’d Known Earlier, we explore perhaps the most enduring lesson of all: the true...

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Voices

“Saying 'no' is rarely difficult. Helping the business achieve its objectives safely and pragmatically is where the real skill lies.”

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“The most effective GCs will be those who can maintain quality and judgement while building leaner, more data-driven and commercially focused legal functions.”

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"The future GC will not only interpret the law but will help shape how organisations operate within an increasingly complex global regulatory environment."

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