BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//nednet.uk - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:nednet.uk
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nednet.uk
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for nednet.uk
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:UTC
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:UTC
DTSTART:20240101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Europe/Paris
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0200
TZNAME:CEST
DTSTART:20250330T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0200
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:CET
DTSTART:20251026T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0200
TZNAME:CEST
DTSTART:20260329T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0200
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:CET
DTSTART:20261025T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0200
TZNAME:CEST
DTSTART:20270328T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0200
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:CET
DTSTART:20271031T010000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T231912
CREATED:20250325T110644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T111308Z
UID:1027-1746036000-1746046800@nednet.uk
SUMMARY:AGMs\, Everything You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:In our second event with Hill Dickinson\, we will be delving into all things AGMS. There will be in depth discussions and opportunities to ask questions and analyse case studies with our expert advisors. \nThis event will include a panel of expert advisors who will cover the following topics: \n\nA summary of major recent developments that listed companies need to be aware of when preparing for this year’s AGM and reporting season.\nGuidance on how to prepare for and run an AGM\, and the key actions after the meeting.\nThe role of the Chairperson.\nManaging matters from a media relations perspective.\nUsing case studies to draw out key issues and best practice\, in particular providing practical tips and advice for how to deal with difficult AGMs.\n\nThis will be followed by networking and refreshments. \nPlease register here: NEDNet: AGMs – everything you need to know | Hill Dickinson \nThis event takes place at The Broadgate Tower\, 20 Primrose Street\, 6:30pm on 30th April.
URL:https://nednet.uk/event/agms-everything-you-need-to-know-2/
LOCATION:Hill Dickinson\, Broadgate Tower\, 20-21 Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EW
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250715T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250715T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T231912
CREATED:20250528T092123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T092303Z
UID:1056-1752600600-1752607800@nednet.uk
SUMMARY:ESG: striking the right balance between risk\, regulation\, and reward
DESCRIPTION:As ESG and reporting expectations grow\, so does the pressure on boards\, particularly in small and mid-cap companies. \nFurther to MSP Organisation’s strategic partnership with Addidat\, MSP will jointly be hosting a discussion-based event with Addidat. Backed by case studies and real-world data\, there will be discussions on some of the key challenges facing today’s boardrooms\, and how to respond effectively. \nWhether you’re working to get ESG on the agenda\, or navigating the risk of over-commitment\, this insight-rich session will equip you with the tools and confidence to help guide your board through an evolving governance landscape.  \nThis event will take place on 15th July in the Library at The Oriental Club\, starting at 5.30pm\, followed by refreshments and networking in the Ante Room. Please email Isabelle@NEDNet.uk  for more information and to secure your place.
URL:https://nednet.uk/event/esg-striking-the-right-balance-between-risk-regulation-and-reward/
LOCATION:Oriental Club\, Stratford House\, 11 Stratford Place\, London\, W1C 1ES\, United Kingdom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T231912
CREATED:20250612T085601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T113326Z
UID:1060-1761240600-1761247800@nednet.uk
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Market Making
DESCRIPTION:NEDNet and Zeus are hosting our first collaborative event: An Introduction to Market Making.\n\n\nAt this event you will meet the Zeus Market Makers\, Steve Asfour\, Head of Market Making and James Revell\, Director\, Market Making; accompanied by Katy Mitchell\, Director\, Investment Banking. The Market Makers will guide you through their regulatory obligations and explain how they provide liquidity\, manage risk and support efficient trading in your company’s shares. They will explain how its market sentiment – not market makers – that drive share prices. \n\n\nAlso learn how transparent disclosure and effective investor communication can improve liquidity and reduce spreads. \nThis session aims to equip NEDs\, and the boards they sit on\, to engage more effectively with brokers and market makers to support shareholder value. \n\n\nWith practical examples\, Q&A session\, networking opportunities\, and refreshments provided. \n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to this event. \n\nPlease register here. \n\n\n23rd October\, Hill Dickinson\, The Broadgate Tower\, 20 Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EW \n\n\nRegistration: 17:30 \nStart: 18:00 \nClose: 20:00 \n\nBy registering for the Zeus x NEDNet seminar you consent to Hill Dickinson using your data (name\, email address\, company name) for the purposes of this event only including monitoring acceptances\, producing delegate lists and name badges and sending confirmation and follow up emails. For more details please view Hill Dickinson’s Privacy Policy.
URL:https://nednet.uk/event/market-making/
LOCATION:Hill Dickinson\, Broadgate Tower\, 20-21 Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EW
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260527T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260527T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T231912
CREATED:20260513T142800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T144644Z
UID:1100-1779903000-1779912000@nednet.uk
SUMMARY:Introducing BoardWise Technologies
DESCRIPTION:The Right Board. At the Right Time. Backed by Data.\n  \nThe next NEDNet event will be with BoardWise Technologies and Addidat on 27th May 2026.  \nMalar Velaigam will be showcasing and taking questions on her new venture\, BoardWise Technologies\, along with Addidat\, a specialist ESG data and advisory firm dedicated to supporting UK growth companies and their investors. \nBoardWise Tech is redefining how growth companies build boards that create value. Through intelligent\, data-led insights\, we help businesses understand the skills\, experience\, and leadership needed at each stage of growth to ensure that the board is a strategic tool facilitating positive outcomes for companies. \nJoin us for an introduction to BoardWise and discover how the right board\, at the right time\, can strengthen governance\, sharpen strategy\, and accelerate growth. Whether you are an experienced NED or a company seeking fresh expertise\, BoardWise Tech is where smarter board decisions begin. \nPlease register by emailing info@nednet.uk \n\n27th May\,  The Oriental Club\, Stratfor House\, 11 Stratford Place\, London W1C 1ES \nRegistration: 17:30 \n\nStart: 18:00 \nClose: 20:00
URL:https://nednet.uk/event/introducing-boardwise-technologies/
LOCATION:Oriental Club\, Stratford House\, 11 Stratford Place\, London\, W1C 1ES\, United Kingdom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260603T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T231912
CREATED:20260513T144405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T144706Z
UID:1111-1780506000-1780513200@nednet.uk
SUMMARY:AI & Board Performance: practical tools for NEDs to improve board performance
DESCRIPTION:This event is being hosted by MSP Company Secretarial\, in collaboration with NEDNet. \nThis session will consider how NEDs can use AI in a practical and proportionate way to improve board effectiveness\, board dynamics and the quality of board decision-making. The discussion will focus on where AI can genuinely help directors and governance teams: improving board papers\, sharpening pre-meeting preparation\, surfacing better questions\, encouraging more constructive challenge\, improving minutes and action tracking\, and ensuring that boards remain in control of judgement\, confidentiality and accountability. \nThe roundtable will be led by Ian Farrelly\, Director of MSP Company Secretarial. He will be joined by Simon Poole\, an experienced NED and founder of Grounded Thinking Ltd that delivers practical AI governance and training for boards\, and Paul Stark of the AI in Corporate Governance Forum and Board Intelligence. \nIan and Simon will bring a governance and board performance review perspective\, including what boards and NEDs should be asking of management\, the Chair and the company secretary. Paul will bring a perspective on AI-enabled board effectiveness\, including how technology can help directors move from information overload to better insight and more effective meetings. \nTopics for discussion will include: \n\nwhat AI readiness means for a board;\nhow AI can improve the quality\, candour and forward-looking nature of board papers;\nhow NEDs can use AI-enabled tools to prepare more effectively and ask sharper questions;\nhow AI can support better board dynamics\, including constructive challenge\, balanced debate and clearer accountability;\nthe safeguards boards should adopt before using AI for board packs\, minutes\, transcripts or confidential information; and\nthe practical questions NEDs should take back to their next board meeting.\n\nPlaces will be limited to preserve the roundtable format. If you would like to attend\, please RSVP to Maddie Green maddieg@msporg.co.uk \n\nWednesday 3rd June 2026\, The Oriental Club\, Stratford House\, 11 Stratford Place\, London\, W1C 1ES \nStart: 17:00 \nClose: 19:00
URL:https://nednet.uk/event/ai-board-performance-practical-tools-for-neds-to-improve-board-performance/
LOCATION:Oriental Club\, Stratford House\, 11 Stratford Place\, London\, W1C 1ES\, United Kingdom
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR