This elite group, comprised of experts in the field, personally nominates all invitees and develops the Agenda, which forms the basis of our discussions.
Forum Overview
Dates: November 16 - 18, 2025
Location: Surrey, United Kingdom
The Forum is an annual meeting for a group of up to 48 preeminent shipping disputes practitioners from around the world, each personally selected based on the breadth of their experience resolving disputes for the shipping industry, including ship owners, cargo owners, ship builders, and more. In this highly interactive private roundtable, both the formal sessions and informal networking time present a rare opportunity to explore common concerns, exchange ideas, and resolve challenges with a distinguished group of peers.
Using candid, seminar-style discussion, the group identifies trends and developments in their varied jurisdictions for meaningful dialogue on the most interesting and provocative issues of the day.
2025 Steering Committee
Committee Co-Chairs
Committee Members
Forum Directors
Jessica has a Bachelor’s Degree from McMaster University in Art History, Criticism and Conservation. A seasoned event and marketing manager, she has executed live engagements globally in the legal, technology, financial, not-for-profit and consumer products industries for many of the world’s leading organizations.
Prior to joining Cambridge Forums, Jessica worked in conference management, specializing in executive events for C-Suite executives, Board members and VIP clients. A fluid communicator, Jessica utilizes her leadership skills and passion for creating flawless participant experiences as a Forum Director, focusing on programs in private wealth and antitrust. A food & wine aficionado, Jessica is also accredited with the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 Award in Wine & Spirits.
When she’s out of the office, Jessica enjoys hot yoga, skiing and travel.
Kristina is a graduate of the University of Toronto and is accredited as a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), a globally recognized badge of excellence in the meeting and event industry.
Prior to joining Cambridge Forums, Kristina worked for the Toronto International Film Festival where she successfully planned and hosted events for high-level donors, corporate clients and film stars.
Outside the office, Kristina is passionate about learning new things, being outdoors, trying new cuisines and exploring the world one country at a time.
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