President ' s Column
By D. J. Miller III President
It was a tremendous honour to be elected President at our 26th Annual Conference in Montreal. I am grateful for the confidence of the membership and look forward to serving alongside our new Chair, Stephan Madaus, the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, Committee Co-Chairs and III ' s members as we continue to advance the work of the International Insolvency Institute.
The updated Chair / President leadership structure( approved in 2024) was an important step in ensuring both progression and continuity in leadership year over year. Immediate Past-Chair Mark Bloom and Immediate Past-President Stephan Madaus have demonstrated the value of the revised model through their seamless transition this year.
6Participating in leadership discussions and strategic planning over the past year has allowed me to“ hit the ground running” in my new role. Like many of you, III has enriched my professional life through friendships, collaboration and a deeper international perspective. It is a privilege to give back by serving as President of III.
Our Annual Conference in Montreal was a wonderful reminder of what III does best: bringing together leading insolvency professionals from around the world to exchange ideas, debate emerging issues and strengthen the close relationships that make this organization so unique. The Conference Planning Committee, led by Dan T. Moss, Lisa Laukitis and Mahesh Uttamchandani, successfully navigated the
logistical challenges when the conference was moved from Washington to Montreal, and delivered an exceptional program and memorable experience.
The Legendary Dinner at the St. James Theatre was a particular highlight. It provided a beautiful setting to celebrate Steven T. Kargman as the recipient of the Founders Award and the Honourable Geoffrey B. Morawetz as the recipient of the Outstanding Contribution Award. The thoughtful tributes celebrated their accomplishments and reminded us of the lasting impact that dedicated III members can have in the advancement of international insolvency.
III has always been distinguished by the quality and engagement of its membership. Our members do more than discuss important issues. They are instrumental in shaping the ongoing development of international insolvency and restructuring law, policy and practices around the world. For that reason, although the membership cap increased from 450 to 600 in 2024, our commitment to the highest standards for admission remains unchanged. As a Co-Chair of the Membership Committee
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