The ALPMA Summit 2024 is a premier conference organized by the Australasian Legal Practice Management Association (ALPMA), the leading body representing managers and lawyers with legal practice management roles. This year's event is scheduled to take place from September 11 to 13, 2024, at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre in Brisbane, Australia. The summit aims to educate, promote, and develop legal practice management skills and thought leadership within the legal industry.
The 2024 program focuses on the theme "Empowering People, Enabling Technology, Evolving Together," emphasizing leadership, strategy, technology, people, and change management. Attendees can expect a rich blend of workshops, panel discussions, and experiential learning sessions designed to equip them with the skills and insights needed to navigate the rapidly changing legal landscape. The first day of the summit will incorporate ALTACON, delivered by the Australian Legal Technology Association (ALTA), focusing on advancements in legal technology.
In addition to the comprehensive program, the summit offers valuable networking opportunities, including a Wednesday Happy Hour and a Thursday Cocktail Function at Howard Smith Wharves. Notable keynote speakers include Dr. Jason Fox, Alison Shamir, Mykel Dixon, and Stephen McGown, who will share their expertise on various aspects of leadership, creativity, and resilience.
The ALPMA Summit 2024 is ideal for senior law firm and legal department leaders, including legal practice managers, managing directors, CEOs, COOs, and general managers. It also caters to specialist law firm managers, administrators, managing partners, sole practitioners, solicitors, barristers, associates, and in-house corporate and government legal counsel. Attending the summit provides a unique opportunity to gain insights into the latest trends in legal practice management, network with industry peers, and explore innovative solutions to common challenges.
Speakers(12)
Alison Shamir
Imposter Syndrome Expert, International Speaker, Certified Coach, and Media Contributor
Alison Shamir empowers global organizations, teams, and individuals with the knowledge, tools, and methods grounded in neuroscience to overcome Imposter Syndrome and present and perform as their most authentic and confident selves. She is a former technology leader turned entrepreneur and a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ann-Maree David
Executive Director at The College of Law at The College of Law
Ann-Maree David is an Executive Director of The College of Law, the largest provider of practice-focused legal education in Australasia. She has worked in the legal profession for over 30 years in public and corporate sector roles and in private practice as a solicitor. Ann-Maree has a career-long passion for developing and delivering education and training programs to enable all involved in the delivery of legal services to thrive.
Ben Deverson
Founder, Director & Chief Organiser of Lawganised at Lawganised
Ben Deverson is the Founder, Director & Chief Organiser of Lawganised, with a 28-year executive career, over half of which has been managing and leading professional services firms. He is an expert in the best practice operations of law firms, with strengths including strategic planning, people and culture, forecasting, cash flow management, process automation, performance metrics, leadership, and legal practice risk management.
Dr. Jason Fox
Leadership Advisor and Motivational Speaker
Dr. Jason Fox is a wizard philosopher masquerading as a motivational speaker and leadership advisor. He works with clever teams seeking meaningful progress beyond the default. Jason has lectured at three universities and is the bestselling author of 'The Game Changer' and 'How to Lead a Quest'. In 2016, he was awarded 'Keynote Speaker of the Year' by Professional Speakers Australia.
Milan Cooper
CEO of First AML at First AML
Milan Cooper is the CEO at First AML, helping revolutionize the way customer due diligence is conducted. After a career in management consulting with Bain & Company, Milan turned his focus to compliance. He is passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences and ensuring First AML's customers have the best solution to meet their compliance obligations.
Mollie Tregills
Strategic Advisor, Facilitator, Coach, Speaker, and Writer
Previously the Executive Director of Legal Optimisation Consulting at MinterEllison, Mollie Tregills is now a strategic advisor, facilitator, coach, speaker, and writer focusing on the intersection of operations, technology, people, and change in the legal industry. She is passionate about human-centric strategy and improving the culture within the legal industry to reduce burnout and allow lawyers to thrive.
Mykel Dixon
Speaker, Author, Master Facilitator, and Authority on Creativity and Culture
Mykel Dixon is an award-winning speaker and author, master facilitator, and recognized authority on creativity, culture, and the human future of work. He works globally with Fortune 500 and ASX 200 listed companies to liberate them from boring work and bland events. In 2018, he was named Australia's Breakthrough Speaker of the Year, and in 2021, his book 'Everyday Creative' was named the #1 leadership book in Australia.
Nathan Cox
Head of Client Relationship Management at InfoTrack at InfoTrack
Nathan Cox has been an integral part of InfoTrack for the past 12 years, currently serving as the Head of Client Relationship Management. He is responsible for the growth and retention of InfoTrack's existing client base, overseeing the development and implementation of innovative CRM strategies to exceed customer expectations.
Sheetal Deo
Advocate, Strategist, and Connector
Sheetal Deo is an advocate, strategist, and connector passionate about leveraging platform and privilege to bridge gaps in awareness, education, and accessibility. She has engaged in political and social science studies for over 12 years and is driven to effect positive social and systemic changes through an intersectional lens, bringing this approach to diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility forums.
Stephen McGown
Motivational Speaker and Former Hostage
Stephen McGown was abducted by Al Qaeda in North Africa while riding a motorcycle from London to South Africa in 2011. He was held for 5 years and 8 months, becoming the longest-held surviving Al Qaeda hostage in the world. His talk emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and self-ownership, sharing lessons learned through trial and error during his captivity.
Stephen Van Dorp
Finance and Operations Executive
Stephen Van Dorp is a finance and operations executive with extensive professional service experience. He had 15 years of experience working within a chartered accounting firm before moving into the corporate accounting world, primarily working in professional service firms for the last 15 years.
Tessa Van Duyn
CEO of Moores at Moores
Tessa Van Duyn is an award-winning CEO with 20 years' experience as a public law litigator and human rights and discrimination law expert. As CEO of Moores, she focuses on building authentic connections and creating a workplace culture that enables everyone to bring their best to work. Moores was named the Australian Law Awards Employer of Choice in 2023, and Tessa was awarded ALPMA's Executive of the Year in 2023.
Event Details
- Date
- September 11-13, 2024
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇦🇺 Melbourne, Australia
- Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Pricing
- $1,299 - $1,699
- Audience
- Senior law firm and legal department leaders, including legal practice managers, managing directors, CEOs, COOs, and general managers; specialist law firm managers and administrators; managing partners, sole practitioners, solicitors, barristers, associates, and in-house corporate and government legal counsel.