Beacon LIVE: Shaping the Future of Legal Together

🎉 100+ Attendees 👩 20+ Facilitators 💬 20 Roundtable Discussion

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Panel Discussion

The Future of Legal Work: Evaluating Success, Flexibility, and Balance

In this panel, Sabrina Pervez moderates a conversation with Gifty Okonkwo and Saffron Gilbert-Kaluba on how legal teams are reshaping success, performance, and  flexibility for the future.

Fireside Chat

Influence, Visibility, and Voice: Women Leading Legal’s Next Chapter

A candid conversation on how women in legal are owning their voice and shaping what leadership looks like. Watch Joanna Goodman in conversation with Sally Guyer as they discuss what it takes to lead with intention.

ROUNDTABLE 1

Leading with AI: Empowering the Next Generation of Legal Professionals

This roundtable explored how the next generation of legal professionals are pushing boundaries, experimenting with new approaches, and redefining how work gets done.

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ROUNDTABLE 2

The Power of Networks: Collaboration as a Catalyst for Growth

Careers don’t grow in isolation. A deep dive into how strong networks, shared learning, and collaboration are becoming the real drivers of growth in legal.

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Meet the Facilitators  who made this event a success

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Joanna Goodman

Freelance IT Columnist, The Law Society Gazette

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Eliza Killpack

Legal Counsel - Commercial, Belmond

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Saffron Gillbert-Kaluba

CEO, The Law Chronicle

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Gifty Okonkwo

Senior Legal Counsel, Xero

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Aanchul Lalla

Head Of Legal and Compliance, Kayana

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Sally Guyer

Global CEO, WorldCC

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Kimberley Whitaker

General Counsel, Corti

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Nurila Abdraimova

Lecturer, L.N.Gumilyov Eurasian National University

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Alia Ali

Regional Head of Legal, Swarco UK and Ireland

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Allia Khan

Head Of Legal, PoloWorks

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Nicky Kouzeleas

General Counsel, Acamar Films

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Daryna Sydorenko

Senior Legal Manager, VG Entertainment

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Sarah Owens

Legal Operations Lead, Barratt Redrow

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Prabhgat K Singhal

Lawyer, PRS for Music

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Rebekah Dobson

Associate Director Legal Operations (International Lead), Gilead Sciences

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Sabrina Pervez

Regional Director - EMEA, SpotDraft

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Sarah Ouis

Founder, Law But How?

Claire Eldridge

Director of Legal & Compliance Operations, Quantinuum

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Natalie Salunke

General Counsel, Likezero

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Leila El Gharbi

Founder, Beautiful Souls in Legal(Tech)

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Zara Ashraf

Contract Manager, Octopus Energy Generation

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Rathini S

Head of Legal, Climate X

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Olivia Atkinson

Legal Counsel, Creditspring

About the Event

Beacon LIVE by SpotDraft: Women in Legal brought together the London legal community on March 5, 2026, for an afternoon of thoughtful conversations and meaningful connections. Led by an inspiring lineup of women, the event explored how modern legal teams  are evolving in an AI-driven world.   

Through roundtables, a panel discussion, and a fireside chat, attendees shared practical insights, followed by a chocolate artisan tasting and Beacon Happy Hour that continued the conversations beyond the sessions.

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Agenda

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Arrival & Registration

Canapés & Conversations

Ease into the afternoon with good food, conversations, and introductions. Connect with fellow leaders as we set the tone for an inspiring day ahead.

1:00 PM - 1:40 PM

Roundtable 1

Leading with AI: Empowering the Next Generation of Women in Legal

An interactive roundtable on how women legal leaders are using AI to amplify their impact - balancing innovation with empathy, data with intuition.

1:40 PM - 2:10 PM

Panel DISCUSSION

The Future of Legal Work: Evaluating Success, Flexibility, and Balance

As the legal industry evolves, so do expectations around leadership, career growth, and well-being. This panel brings together diverse perspectives on building sustainable careers, championing inclusivity, and leading with purpose in a hybrid, AI-driven world.

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Saffron Gillbert-Kaluba

2:10 PM - 2.50 PM

Roundtable 2

The Power of Networks: Collaboration as a Catalyst for Growth

Success in modern legal leadership isn’t built in isolation. This roundtable explores how women leaders are building strong professional networks, inside and outside their organisations, to share knowledge, unlock opportunities, and amplify collective influence.

2:50 - 3:20 PM

BREAK

High Tea & Conversations

A late afternoon pause to reflect and connect with peers. Enjoy light bites and tea/coffee while you network.

3.20 - 3:50 PM

Fireside Chat

Who Really Leads When AI Enters the Legal Stack?

This fireside chat with journalist Joanna Goodman will explore who drives AI adoption, who influences outcomes, and how leadership dynamics shift (or don’t) as technology reshapes legal work.

4:00 - 5:00 PM

Experience

Chocolate Artisan Experience

Embark on a guided tasting journey led by expert chocolatiers. Discover the artistry behind crafting distinctive flavours and textures, and experience chocolate like never before.

5:00 PM Onwards

happy hour

Beacon Happy Hour

End the day with light bites and great company. Reflect on the conversations that will carry forward beyond the event.

Photo Gallery

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About SpotDraft

SpotDraft is an AI-powered CLM platform that accelerates contract creation, analysis, and management, allowing businesses to close deals twice as fast while minimizing risk and errors.