Hold That Thought

The boardroom is no stranger to tension. As directors grapple with the need to make decisions in an increasingly complex environment, and amid heightened stakeholder expectations, disagreement is to be expected. Robust discussion is inevitable and essential to ensuring sound decision-making, avoiding groupthink and providing clarity to executive teams. In this episode Hayden Wilson, Chair of Dento...

In this episode, Jenni Rutter, Intellectual Property Partner, is joined by Nicola O'Rourke, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Founders Advisory, to explore how these trends are disrupting the food and beverage space and what businesses need to know as consumers move from eating more to eating smarter. They also discuss: · The impact on consumer food demand. · How the food and beverage industry is...

In our latest episode of Hold That Thought, Technology and Privacy Partner, Campbell Featherstone and Account Executive for NEC, Greg Webber explore what facial recognition means for businesses and consumers. Is the promise of smarter operations worth the risk of public backlash and regulatory scrutiny? How should businesses approach this new technology ethically and legally and what do consumers...

In the latest episode of Hold That Thought, Employment and Immigration Partner Renee Butler and former Head of High Performance for Auckland rugby Ben Meyer delve into the concept of resilience and its significance in a personal and professional context, exploring what resilience means, how to cultivate it, and why it is essential in both personal and professional settings. They also discuss: How...

In the latest episode of Hold That Thought, Katrina Van Houtte, Dentons Partner specialising in Major Projects and Construction, dives deep into the heart of New Zealand's infrastructure challenges, exploring the hurdles faced in having a secure pipeline, prioritisation, and the timely execution of critical projects. Katrina is joined by Aurecon New Zealand’s Managing Director Tracey Ryan and Fult...

With its rapid global popularity, ChatGPT has sparked both enthusiasm and concern, prompting crucial conversations about its potential applications, and the ethical considerations it raises. Join us as we explore the multifaceted landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI), unravelling its unprecedented capabilities and the practical considerations that come with its use. Dentons Partner Campbell Fe...

In collaboration with the Institute of Directors New Zealand, in this episode we talk about the spread of misinformation and disinformation that has affected our ability to improve public health, address climate change, maintain a stable democracy, and more.

Directors are increasingly expected to pay attention and act on foreseeable risks. Without a crystal ball, how do directors and boards do this? When change does come, and it will, how do you respond? Even a well-prepared board will face challenges it did not expect.

Private data protection is a significant focus internationally. We have already seen significant privacy breaches around the world and here in New Zealand. How can business leaders prepare for the inevitable breach of their defences?

In this episode, Dentons Partner Linda Clark asks the question - is ESG really just a bit of corporate fluff to placate the chorus of climate change advocates? Environmental, social, and governance seems to be everywhere but is it, or does it have the potential to be, an agent for change?

This is not your usual law firm podcast. It’s not about analysing new law, old law or in-the-works law. In this podcast we aim to challenge the status quo, provoke thought and uncover new ways of thinking. In this podcast series, we tap into our extensive local and international network of thought leaders, and industry experts to tackle the issues that matter and bring new perspectives to the tabl...