Governance Guernsey 2025

Overview

Governance Guernsey 2025: Disrupt or be disrupted

Governance Guernsey returns this October as the must-attend event for governance professionals on the island.

Join us for a dynamic day of insights and innovation, where delegates will hear from expert speakers tackling the most pressing challenges facing the Channel Islands. Discover cutting-edge solutions, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and take advantage of extensive networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders.

📅 The agenda will be published in July — stay tuned for details.

Early Bird Offer
Book before Friday 1 August 2025 to save 15% off the standard price.

Ticket type	Pricing	Early Bird Rate (15%)
Non-member	£265.00	£225.25
Professional Subscriber	£245.00	£208.25
Member	£230.00	£195.50
Student	£130.00	£110.50

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For any related enquiries please contact us at events@cgi.org.uk, or call us at +44 (0)20 7580 4741

Key Details

From £130

St. Pierre Park Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Thursday 16 October 2025

9:00 AM to 4:30 PM

CPD: 6 Hours

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Programme

Governance Guernsey Conference - Thursday 16 October 2025

Time	Agenda
09:00	Registration opens Refreshments & Networking
09.30	Conference opens Welcome & Introduction
09.35	Keynote Address In a world shaped by constant change and global challenges, strong leadership and sound decision-making are more important than ever. This keynote will reflect on the current geopolitical climate and explore how organisations can stay resilient, adaptable, and forward-thinking. It will set the tone for the conference by highlighting the importance of thoughtful governance in navigating today’s complex environment.
10:00	Sponsored Session Details to follow
10:45	Innovate Guernsey More details to follow
11.30	Refreshments and networking
11.50	Community Governance: Disrupting the Norm to Build Resilient Futures How governance in community settings must evolve to meet new challenges, embrace innovation, and remain accountable to the people they serve. How the traditional governance models are being reimagined, or the role of values and culture in decision-making, or how community organisations can lead the way in transparent and forward-thinking governance. Moderator: Terri Le Couteur Speakers: Daniele Harford-Fox David Ummels Marc Winn Lois Falla
12.30	Lunch & Networking break
13:30	Celebrating Excellence with our Student Awards A moment to honour and applaud the achievements of our students. Join us as we celebrate their dedication, talent, and bright futures in governance.
13:40	Regulatory update from The Chartered Governance Institute Peter Swabey FCG, Policy and Research Director, CGIUKI
14.00	Technology and AI Disruption Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are transforming how organisations operate, make decisions, and manage risk. This session will explore the opportunities and challenges these disruptions present, and what they mean for governance. From ethical considerations to oversight and accountability, we’ll discuss how governance frameworks can evolve to keep pace with innovation while supporting responsible and informed decision-making.
14.45	Refreshments and networking
15.00	Disrupt or be disrupted Exploring agile and effective decision making in the board room in light of disruption whether it be geopolitical, regulatory or technological disruption. The audience will receive practical insights into how leaders can navigate uncertainty, foster effective decision making and perhaps turn disruption into strategic opportunity.
15.50	Closing remarks

Speakers

Chair, Innovate Guernsey Board

Justin Belinger

With over 20 years experience leading transformation, innovation, and strategic growth across telecommunications, iGaming, digital services, and public sector advisory. Proven track record delivering complex, high-value programmes including nationwide fibre infrastructure, international expansion, and business restructuring. Expert in navigating both highly regulated and emerging markets, building partnerships across government and industry, and aligning organisational culture with strategic goals. Experienced board member with strong governance focus and deep understanding of digital ecosystems, sustainability, and innovation policy. Current roles include Chairperson of Innovate Guernsey, Non-Executive Director at Guernsey Electricity, and Director of NionNet and Colimachon. Background includes senior leadership at Sure Group and Cable & Wireless, as well as advisory roles across economic development, digital transformation, and M&A.

Special Advisor – Charities and NPOs, Office of the Registrar (Guernsey Registry)

Lois Falla FCCA

With a background as an accountant in commerce, trust and company administration and co-managing a local Public Relations company until its management buyout, Lois Falla transferred her business skills to charity sector projects with the Guernsey Community Foundation and was involved in the charity regulation consultation. In 2022 Lois led the charity sector engagement during the significant changes to charity law and the introduction of governance, financial risk management and public benefit regulations. She was a member of the States MoneyVal Team successfully presenting the regulatory oversight of charities and NPOs rated as having a high level of effectiveness and is now the Office of the Registrar’s advisor to charities and NPOs and oversees the development and effectiveness of the regulation framework.

Founder, TLC Governance Solutions

Terri Le Couteur MSc, FCG

Terri Le Couteur is an international governance expert and founder of TLC Governance Solutions, with over 30 years’ experience across Europe and key offshore centres. A Chartered Governance Fellow with a Master’s in Corporate Governance, Terri notably served as Chair of the CGI Guernsey Branch. She specialises in strategic advice, governance training and board evaluations - helping businesses strengthen effectiveness, resilience, and purpose through practical, real-world governance solutions.

Chairman and Founder, Art for Guernsey

David Ummels

David is a multicultural entrepreneur whose background is in investment management, capital markets and debt restructuring. Over the last 30 years, he has built a strong network of relationships with many institutional investors and corporations. He has accumulated a substantial knowledge of different legal environments and international corporate governance standards. He has sat on several public and private company boards, including an investment vehicle that held an extensive portfolio of "trophy" assets in the fields of real estate and luxury car manufacturing, a large central and eastern European real estate company, a London based investment manager, the largest garden center group in the UK, a multibillion art collecting family office and an Guernsey based art storage business. David is a passionate art collector and a big fan of and advocates for Guernsey. He is a member of the Council of the Chamber of Commerce and their Cultural Ambassador. David is also the founder of Art for Guernsey, an entrepreneurial and innovative art-related charitable initiative.

Consultant, Non Executive Director

Susan Watson

Susan Watson is Board Member of Innovate Guernsey - supporting the island’s ambition to become a vibrant hub for innovation. She is the founder of a software consultancy company, a Non Executive Director and an experienced Board Advisor helping organisations leverage technology to drive operational efficiency and growth. Susan brings substantial expertise in digital transformation, AI, Cybersecurity, strategic planning and governance. Alongside shaping a three-year Guernsey Innovation Plan she also sits on boards across insurance, defence and community sectors and contributes to local government. With a background spanning finance, legal, telecoms, health, education & public sectors Susan is passionate about delivering practical initiatives and real economic value to Guernsey.

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