The Willminds Debate is not just another traditional debate. It’s an innovative intellectual sport, introducing a fresh and engaging way of exploring ideas and resolving complex issues. Throughout history, debates—from courtroom discussions to U.S. presidential face-offs—have proven themselves as platforms where crucial topics are examined from multiple perspectives before action is taken. However, while these formats have remained traditional, The Willminds Debate is revolutionizing how we integrate ideas, shape decisions, and inspire collective action. Much like TED Talks redefined how stories and ideas are shared, The Willminds Debate is innovating the debate process.
During DAW 2024, Willminds Mediation & Arbitration Center (WMAC) will be hosting this 55-minute structured debate to delve into the innovative and evolving processes of Med-Arb and Arb-Med, exploring their benefits, challenges, and ethical considerations, the negotiation and drafting of the agreements, the transitioning from mediation to arbitration and the inverse, and how arbitrators make decisions, award writing, and practical professional considerations in such cases.
Are these processes a wise choice when faced with a deadline? Or a straightforward mediation or arbitration process will often be sufficient to meet the needs?
Four prominent experts will advocate different perspectives, ensuring an engaging, insightful, and impactful discussion for our audience. With its global potential, The Willminds Debate can reach millions of people, stimulating dialogue that resonates worldwide.
Willminds Mediation & Arbitration Center
Willminds Consulting Services
Willminds Academy
DIAC Advisory Committee Member
CEDR Lead Faculty Member
ICSID Conciliation Panel
Independent Arbitrator & Mediator Arbitra
(London, DC & Abu Dhabi)
This expert will advocate for straightforward mediation, as a collaborative and voluntary process that fosters dialogue and consensus.
Professor of Law - Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia
Board Member of her local chapter - ADR Institute of Canada
Arbitrator & Mediator
This expert will advocate for Med-Arb, a hybrid process that combines mediation and arbitration; discussing how starting with mediation can facilitate a more amicable resolution and, if necessary, transitioning into arbitration ensures a binding and final decision.
DIAC Advisory Committee Member
CEDR Lead Faculty Member
ICSID Conciliation Panel
Independent Arbitrator & Mediator Arbitra
(London, DC & Abu Dhabi)
This expert will advocate for straightforward mediation, as a collaborative and voluntary process that fosters dialogue and consensus.
Disputes – Kanaan Advocates & Legal Consultants.
This expert will argue in favor of straightforward arbitration, emphasizing its legally binding nature and the finality it brings to dispute resolution especially in high-stakes disputes.
Disputes – Kanaan Advocates & Legal Consultants.
This expert will argue in favor of straightforward arbitration, emphasizing its legally binding nature and the finality it brings to dispute resolution especially in high-stakes disputes.
Arbitrator & Mediator
This expert will advocate for the Arb-Med process, where arbitration precedes mediation; discussing how this approach combines these curity of a binding decision (from arbitration) with the opportunity for amicable resolution through mediation, which can help preserve business orpersonal relationships.
Professor of Law - Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia
Board Member of her local chapter - ADR Institute of Canada
Arbitrator & Mediator
This expert will advocate for Med-Arb, a hybrid process that combines mediation and arbitration; discussing how starting with mediation can facilitate a more amicable resolution and, if necessary, transitioning into arbitration ensures a binding and final decision.
Arbitrator & Mediator
This expert will advocate for the Arb-Med process, where arbitration precedes mediation; discussing how this approach combines these curity of a binding decision (from arbitration) with the opportunity for amicable resolution through mediation, which can help preserve business orpersonal relationships.
Willminds Mediation & Arbitration Center
Willminds Consulting Services
Willminds Academy
DIAC Advisory Committee Member
CEDR Lead Faculty Member
ICSID Conciliation Panel
Independent Arbitrator & Mediator Arbitra
(London, DC & Abu Dhabi)
Arbitrator & Mediator
Professor of Law - Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia
Board Member of her local chapter - ADR Institute of Canada
Arbitrator & Mediator
Disputes – Kanaan Advocates & Legal Consultants.
5:30 pm Registration & Coffee
6:00 pm Opening Remarks and Introduction of Debate Rules
6:15 pm Expert 1 Opening Statement
6:20 pm Expert 2 Opening Statement
6:25 pm Expert 3 Opening Statement
6:30 pm Expert 4 Opening Statement
6:35 pm Debate Kicks off accordingly to Rules of the Game
7:30 pm Closing. the Debate
7:40-8:00 pm Evening Bites and Networking
