David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL and Chairman of the Institute of Directors, London Region, was pleased to attend this event. It was organised by the Institute of Directors, City of London and held at the Bank of China, in the City.

A welcome address was delivered by Alderman Alastair King, Chairman of the Institute of Directors. City of London. Madam Xiao Liang, Deputy General Manager of the Bank of China, London Branch provided some history about the Bank of China and its strong links to the City of London.

The Rt Hon the Lord Mayor of London, Peter Estlin spoke about the importance of digital skills for all members of society.

A panel session followed with speeches by:

• Sherry Coutu CBE, Chairman, Founders4Schools
• Richard Little, Chairman, Though Machine
• Rhydian Lewis OBE, Founder & CEO, Ratesetter

There was an interesting questions and comments sections. This was followed by a networking reception.

Image, left to right: The Rt Hon the Lord Mayor of London, Peter Estlin, David Stringer-Lamarre and Madam Xiao Liang, Deputy General Manager of the Bank of China, London Branch