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with a Coffee Break at 15.30-16.00

Laura Collada, Dumont Bergman Bider & Co, MX

Opened in 1993 and beautifully renovated in 2018, Café en Seine is one of Dublin’s most iconic venues, blending timeless Parisian glamour with contemporary Irish style. Located on Dawson Street, in the heart of the city, it was originally designed as a grand café inspired by the Belle Époque era of Paris, featuring elegant glass ceilings, ornate balconies, and lush indoor gardens.

Dress Code: Smart casual

The venue is in walking distance, no bus transfers will be provided. Guests should make their way to Café en Seine individually to arrive between 19.30 and 20.00.

ECTA President Carina Gomers, Wiggin LLP, BE

ECTA First Vice President Paola Ruggiero, Bird & Bird, IT

Moderator: ECTA Second Vice-President Benjamin Fontaine, PLASSERAUD IP, ES

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Moderator: ECTA Secretary General Julien Scicluna, FR

Moderator: Niccolò Ferretti, NUNZIANTE MAGRONE Studio Legale. IT

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The Guinness Storehouse, located in Dublin’s historic St. James’s Gate Brewery, is one of Ireland’s most visited attractions and an emblem of the country’s brewing heritage. The building, originally constructed in 1904, was once the fermentation plant of the Guinness brewery. Its seven floors are built around a giant glass atrium shaped like a pint of Guinness, a striking architectural statement that blends industrial history with modern design.

Since its transformation into a visitor experience in 2000, the Guinness Storehouse has welcomed millions of guests from around the world. Each floor explores a different part of the Guinness story, from brewing and advertising to tasting and brand history. The visit culminates in the Gravity Bar, offering panoramic views of Dublin.

Dress Code: Smart casual

Bus transfers will be provided from Clayton Hotel Burlington Road.

Moderator: Anke Nordemann-Schiffel, NORDEMANN, DE

Moderator: Andrea Zappalaglio, University of Leeds, UK

Moderator: ECTA Treasurer Klaudia Blach-Morysinska, Zaborski, Morysinski Law Office, PL

ECTA First Vice President Paola Ruggiero, Bird & Bird, IT

Founded in 1731, the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) is one of Ireland’s oldest and most prestigious institutions, dedicated to promoting Ireland’s cultural, scientific, and economic development. Located in the heart of Ballsbridge, the embassy belt of Dublin city, the RDS campus spans over 42 acres, featuring a range of elegant historic buildings and modern exhibition halls. The venue has hosted a wide variety of events over the centuries, from agricultural shows and equestrian competitions to concerts, trade fairs, and international conferences. The annual Dublin Horse Show, one of the world’s leading equestrian events, remains its most famous tradition.

Dress Code: Cocktail attire

Bus transfers will be provided from Clayton Hotel Burlington Road.