Expert Webcast sets live roundtable on duties of distressed-company leaders

Expert Webcast will host a free live video roundtable on Nov. 4 focused on fiduciary duties, D&O coverage and decision-making for officers and directors at troubled companies. The session is aimed at executives and boards navigating insolvency risk, creditor pressure and value preservation.

Why it matters: - Companies facing distress need fast guidance on legal duties, governance and communications. - The roundtable is built for C-suite leaders and boards dealing with insolvency risk, operational strain and creditor pressure. - The discussion may help attendees understand how to preserve value and avoid decisions that could worsen a distressed situation.

What happened: - Expert Webcast announced a complimentary live video roundtable titled “Duties of Officers and Directors in Distress.” - The event is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. PT / 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET. - The program will run online via Zoom and livestream. - Registration is required, but attendance is free. - The company included an RSVP link: Register for the roundtable.

The details: - The panel will cover shifting fiduciary duties of officers and directors in the zone of insolvency. - Discussion topics include D&O policies, business and operational decision-making guidelines, creditor management and communications, value preservation, and actions to avoid. - The event will also include a live Q&A. - Featured speakers include John Weber of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison; Hon. Melanie Cyganowski of Otterbourg; Jay Goffman of Smith Goffman Partners; and Cynthia Romano of FTI Consulting. - Expert Webcast said the session will focus on issues of key relevance to companies in distress.

Between the lines: - Alex Kasdan said the session is timely because of global economic turbulence and a rise in financially and operationally troubled companies. - Kasdan, who will moderate, said the panel should surface actionable points for executives and boards. - Anna Spektor said Expert Webcast is aiming to keep delivering transactional wisdom and market intelligence to audiences in the U.S. and abroad. - The speaker lineup signals a mix of bankruptcy, restructuring and consulting expertise.

What's next: - Registration remains open ahead of the Nov. 4 event. - Expert Webcast plans to stream the discussion live and field questions from attendees. - More information is available on the company’s website: the full event page.