BCLP Podium Program Ushers in New Generation of Women Leaders in Law

BCLP Podium, a first-of-its-kind transatlantic leadership communications program in the legal industry, concluded its inaugural run on May 17 with a showcase finale event hosted at the firm’s London office, featuring presentations from the next generation of women lawyers from the firm and its clients.

Focused on harnessing the power of storytelling and thought leadership for women lawyers in global organizations, the 12-week transatlantic program culminated with a series of inspirational talks from all 24 participants in front of a live audience. BCLP Podium participants also enjoyed a keynote from international businesswoman Dawn Airey, who was on hand at the finale to share her support.

“The energy and camaraderie from today’s speakers was a rewarding and powerful testament to the importance of supporting the next generation of women leaders in the legal industry,” said Lisa Mayhew, Global Co-Chair of BCLP. “We are more determined than ever that making concrete investments and partnering with our clients through programs like BCLP Podium is critical to elevating women in leadership throughout our profession.”

Developed and delivered in partnership with leading communications agency Ginger, this inaugural class of US- and European-based participants for BCLP Podium included 12 women partners from BCLP and 12 women lawyers from Bayer, BT, Credit Agricole Corporate & Investment Bank, Emerson, Enterprise Holdings, and National Grid.

“Storytelling is a real superpower for today’s leaders, and it’s been exciting to see BCLP help unlock this from the analytical minds of lawyers with such a collaborative program,” said Mike Andrew, chief legal and legislative officer at Enterprise Holdings.

“It was wonderful to bring everyone together in London, and we were thrilled to see the dedication of our clients and colleagues on full display during the showcase finale,” said Daisy Reeves, BCLP’s Global Inclusion & Diversity Client Relationship Partner. “Harnessing the power of the spoken word and using their authentic voices, these women have further developed their leadership skills, improved their delivery and built a new professional network of support. We are confident the inaugural class of BCLP Podium will go on to make a tremendous, lasting impact in their organizations—and beyond.”