Talking Law with Hogan Lovells

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep. 1: Origin Story

In this episode, Cate Stetson (Board member and Co-lead of the Appellate practice) speaks with Bob Kapp (Pro Bono Senior Counsel) and Sara Ann "Sally" Determan (first female Partner) about the origins of the firm’s Community Services Department. Cate also delves into our first case on behalf of the Black Panther Party with The Honorable John Ferren (Senior Judge, District of Columbia Court of Appeals) and The Honorable Curtis Von Kann (Arbitrator and Mediator, Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services).

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Rakesh Wahi

In this episode, Andrew talks to Rakesh Wahi, and Co-Founder & Vice Chairman of the ABN group which includes CNBC Africa and Forbes Africa and head of several other businesses.

Join them as they discuss the wide-ranging implications of the pandemic on Rakesh's diversified portfolio of companies. Rakesh openly shares how his businesses tackled business continuity and went back to basics, focusing on the customer, as a response to the challenges presented by COVID-19. He also shares his views on the importance of STEM education, funding that is geared towards grassroots capacity building, and the development of small-medium enterprises as fundamental building blocks for Africa’s future.

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Samaila Zubairu

In this first episode of season three, Andrew talks to the Africa Finance Corporation’s (AFC) President and Chief Executive Officer, Samaila Zubairu. The AFC is Africa’s leading infrastructure solutions provider. The Corporation principally funds and develops projects in the power, transportation and logistics, heavy industries, natural resources, and telecommunications sectors.

Listen as Samaila shares the steps he and the AFC are taking to secure his vision for future generations, his thoughts on the pandemic, and how it has amplified the development challenges faced by the continent. Additionally, the pair discuss how the AFC is transforming ideas into bankable projects with the advent of their first Green Bond. Samaila also shares his views on climate change, and offers an optimistic view of the way forward.

Election 2020 landscape and the Latino national vote

Ivan chats with Fernando Amandi, MSNBC contributor, about the current landscape of the 2020 presidential election, as well as the dynamics of the Latino national vote.

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Sharon Constancon

In this episode, Andrew talks to Sharon Constancon. In addition to her role as Founder and CEO of Genius boards, Sharon is the Director and Chair of the South African Chamber of Commerce in London, which aims to keep the relationship between South Africa and the UK active and relevant.

Join them as they discuss the importance of this relationship at this critical time as the UK exits the EU and South Africa seeks to consolidate its position in the world market, overlaid with the impact of the pandemic. Sharon also shares her insights on the current situation in South Africa, the massive challenges in the global supply chain and what could be done better. She also shares her views on what the blueprint could be in governance terms and the tangible benefits which would accompany this. 

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Tedd George

In this episode, Andrew is joined by Tedd George, Founder and Chief Narrative Officer of Kleos Advisory which provides thought leadership and strategic advisory on emerging markets, commodity value chains, and disruptive technology.

Listen as Tedd shares his experience of lockdown as a new business owner, how he flipped his model and pivoted his services in response to our new normal. He also highlights the big five innovations that he sees will bring about the new paradigm the Africa Union has boldly trumpeted as being essential for Africa post COVID-19.

How COVID-19 has changed the way we manage crises and communication

Ivan chats with Lillian Hardy, partner at Hogan Lovells, and Matthew Miller, partner at Vianovo, about how to manage a crisis in a crisis and communicating in the COVID-era.

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Malek Sukkar

In this episode, Andrew is joined by Malek Sukkar, CEO of Averda, a leading waste management company with operations in 34 cities across South Africa, Congo Brazzaville, Morocco and 6 other countries. Listen as they discuss a range of topics including, how to accelerate the circular economy, the challenges faced by supply chains as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, how this could spark a possible rebirth of local manufacturing and the importance of waste management as an integral part of that.

HL BaSE: Mike Barry on building back better – solutions for a sustainable future

Can we build back better?  How do we build back better?  HL BaSE, Hogan Lovells' impact economy practice, asks responsible business leader Mike Barry how to drive change and find solutions for a sustainable future. 

Protecting your supply chain through COVID-19

COVID-19 has caused widespread disruption, and, for many businesses, the biggest impact has been to their supply chain. Antonia Croke, Angus Rankin and Kelly Tubman Hardy discuss the trends and issues they've been seeing as they work with clients to keep their supply chains moving. They also look forward, and discuss whether there are any steps businesses should be taking now to prepare themselves to the future.