S7 E8b - LIVE! With Ann-Ryan Robertson

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This episode features a live conversation with Ann Ryan Robertson discussing her journey in international arbitration and the importance of cognitive diversity.

🎧 Episode Description – Live with Ann Ryan Robertson (AtlAS Conference) Our first-ever LIVE episode of Tales of the Tribunal — recorded at the 2025 Atlanta International Arbitration Society (AtlAS) Annual Conference — features none other than Ann Ryan Robertson. Ann is one of the most respected voices in international arbitration: Former President of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Newly independent international arbitrator Leader, mentor, and advocate for excellence, diversity, and integrity in the field In this special live conversation, Ann and Chris discuss: Her journey from trial lawyer to globally recognized arbitrator Leading CIArb through the complexities of the pandemic Why cognitive diversity may be the most important form of diversity in dispute resolution How arbitration is adapting to innovation, energy transition, and shifting global priorities The traits she believes make truly effective advocates Reflections on mentorship, ethics, and the future of the field This episode also includes a brief audience Q&A from the live session — a first in Tales of the Tribunal history. 🕒 Timestamps Opening Notes – 00:31 Live Interview Begins – ~01:37 Audience…

People in this episode

Guest: Ann Ryan Robertson

Topics covered

• international arbitration
• cognitive diversity
• mentorship
• ethics
• innovation
• energy transition

Keywords

• AtlAS Conference
• dispute resolution
• effective advocates
• future of arbitration

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