Restructuring and insolvency expert Gemma Bellfield appointed co-chair of the International Insolvency Institute’s NextGen Executive Committee

Ogier partner and restructuring and insolvency specialist Gemma Bellfield has been appointed as co-chair of the International Insolvency Institute's global NextGen Executive Committee. 

The NextGen Program, established in 2012, connects young professionals and academics with the world's top insolvency experts from the International Insolvency Institute (III). Led by the NextGen Executive Committee, the program creates and fosters a dynamic and valuable learning environment.  

Gemma is a core member of Ogier's multi-disciplinary Restructuring and Insolvency team, specialising in formal and informal insolvency procedures, statutory remedies and investor and shareholder rights / actions, with experience in distressed funds and private equity. Her expertise has led to industry recognition in recent years including her selection as one of INSOL's "Future 40" in 2022 and a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute's 40 under 40 class of 2024.  

Mentoring new talent and fostering collaboration within the industry are among Gemma's career passions. Her appointment as co-chair of the NextGen Executive Committee is testament to this.  

Gemma said: "I'm delighted to be named co-chair of the III's NextGen Executive Committee for the next two years. The best advice I can give to anyone beginning their career within insolvency is first, to build relationships with clients, intermediaries, insolvency practitioners, and other lawyers (even the competition); second, find a champion within your organisation and the industry, someone to help put you forward for opportunities when you're not in the room; and third, to consider how you can contribute – whether it's signing up to an employee network within your firm or getting involved with an industry board or committee. The NextGen Program provides the perfect starting point for all three of these actions. I'm excited to work alongside my fellow co-chair, Olya Antle of Cooley LLP to deliver opportunities to the III NextGen members over the next two years."