The future of ESG in world divided: How is that affecting distributorships?

Raquel Stein’s practice focuses on the commercial contracts area, with particular expertise in international transactions and in matters pertaining to distribution, franchising, and sales representation. She has a track record in handling corporate matters, having been engaged in several M&A transactions in Brazil and in Latin American countries. Her mastery of multiple languages allows her to work in implementing international projects, representing national and international clients. She is also a member of the multidisciplinary ESG team of the firm, providing legal counseling to clients from many sectors in matters related to her core practice areas.

Edith Nordmann is a distinguished Dutch Attorney, Mediator, and Arbitrator specializing in corporate and commercial law, with expert qualification in Employment Law. She has been a managing partner at ACG International since 2017. Nordmann holds an LL.M from VU University, Amsterdam, and has been recognized with an Honorary Doctor of Philosophy degree from Jharkhand Rai University for her contributions to Law and Social Change. Nordmann's career is marked by significant roles and accomplishments, including speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos in 2024, and participating in B20/G20 task forces in India (2023) and Brazil (2024). Her commitment extends beyond her professional work to significant board positions, including Chairman of Stichting Collectieve Maror-Gelden Nederland, Vice Chairman of the Supervisory Board at Rochdale, and Chairman of the Netherlands India Chamber of Commerce and Trade. Nordmann also contributes to the cultural and healthcare sectors through various advisory and supervisory roles. Nordmann's honors include speaking engagements at global platforms, membership in international task forces, and awards for her leadership and contributions to trade relations, particularly between the Netherlands and India. Her recognition as a role model in female leadership and her awards in law and social change highlight her impact and legacy in her field.

Every year since 2008, Alison has been selected by her peers for inclusion on the Best Lawyers list for Australia in the practice area of Health and Aged Care. She has also been listed in the Doyles Guide. With over 20 years of corporate, commercial and regulatory experience, Alison has specialised in advising clients in the health, aged care and life sciences sectors. Her clients include public and private hospital operators and health care providers, private health insurers, biotechnology, pharmaceutical and aged care / retirement living and not-for-profit and government clients. Alison was previously General Counsel of one of Australia's largest private hospital operators and a major ASX listed company. She is the company secretary of the National Foundation for Medical Research and Innovation.