Event summary produced by The Globe and Mail Events team. The Globe’s editorial department was not involved.
As economic uncertainty continues to impact businesses, leaders are re-evaluating how their organizations are structured to stay resilient and competitive.
From rethinking capital allocation to divestiture and workforce realignment, restructuring can strengthen balance sheets, improve efficiency, and support strategic pivots.
On March 31 The Globe and Mail hosted a webcast for advisors and leaders focused on how and why restructuring can stabilize businesses and position them for long term success.
Missed the webcast or would like to view it again? Scroll down to the full video, below.
Tim Kiladze, staff reporter and Streetwise columnist with The Globe and Mail moderated the event, opening with a conversation with Elisabeth Lang, Canada’s superintendent of bankruptcy. Ms. Lang explained her role, Canada’s insolvency system and the purpose it serves for businesses in distress.
Following the interview Mr. Kiladze moderated a panel of business leaders and advisors sharing specific strategies to strengthen the balance sheet, initiate a strategic pivot, and navigate financial challenges. The panel included:
- Jonathan Krieger, national restructuring leader with Doane Grant Thornton
- Kelly Bourassa, partner and co-practice group leader of the Blakes restructuring and insolvency group
- Naveed Manzoor, managing director with FAAN Advisors
- Eugene Lei, CFO of Hudbay Minerals Inc.
Watch the full webcast (60 minutes) below:
The Globe and Mail presented the webcast with sponsor support from Doane Grant Thornton. To learn about upcoming Globe and Mail events please see www.globeandmail.com/events