Michael Mainelli

The Square Mile: What Free Cities can Learn From the City of London

A Talk by Professor Michael Mainelli (Executive Chairman, Z/Yen Group)

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About this Talk

Businessman and former Lord Mayor of London Michael Mainelli joins us for a fascinating conversation on what emerging jurisdictions can learn from the City of London: the centuries-old autonomous financial district with its own governance structures and deep traditions of market-based regulation. Known for its unique legal status and continuity, the City offers valuable lessons on how commercial self-governance and voluntary standards can complement or even outperform top-down regulation.

29 May 2025, 01:00 PM

01:00 PM - 01:55 PM

About The Speaker

Michael Mainelli

Professor Michael Mainelli

Executive Chairman, Z/Yen Group

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Peter Young

Peter Young

Managing Director, Free Cities Foundation

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