Novi Members Dinner at The Ivy, London with Maria Rizov

Join our special guest Maria Rizov, Senior Counsel Emeir, A&MGuest Speaker: Maria Rizov, Novi Emerging Leader of the Year 2025 Winner

As the wise African proverb tells us...

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together."

Join our special guest Maria Rizov, Novi Emerging Leader of the Year 2025 Winner, for an insightful and thought-provoking evening on: “How Women Negotiate Power: Becoming Indispensable at Work.”

Maria has built a reputation as a formidable and strategic voice in her field — navigating complex professional landscapes with clarity, confidence, and intention. But her journey isn’t just about career progression — it’s about understanding the unspoken rules of power, and learning how to work them to your advantage.

In environments where influence isn’t always evenly distributed, Maria brings a refreshing and practical perspective on how women can position themselves not just to succeed — but to become truly indispensable.

This intimate dinner goes beyond surface-level advice. It’s an honest conversation about visibility, value, and the subtle art of negotiation — not just in salaries and promotions, but in how you show up, speak up, and shape your career.

What to Expect

🌟 A candid conversation on power, influence, and workplace dynamics

🌟 Practical strategies to position yourself as indispensable

🌟 Insight into navigating high-stakes conversations with confidence

🌟 A powerful network of ambitious, high-calibre women

Don't miss this chance to connect, grow, and empower yourself alongside other driven professionals in the sophisticated atmosphere of The Ivy. The restaurant offers an extensive menu ranging from British classics to Asian-inspired dishes, with excellent options for all dietary preferences including vegetarian and vegan.

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 Special Guest Speaker – Maria Rizov

Trusted business partner and value added advisor to the boards and executive management teams, who succeeded in efficiently securing multi-million global deals, by drafting, negotiating and closing long-term global client and supplier contracts. creative problem solver, who as a transformational though leader improved and redesigned cross- functional processes and forms to drive profits. proactive enthusiastic self starter with a can-do approach, a pragmatic judgement, a growth mindset and high ethical and compliance values, while also a team player inspiring and collaborating effectively with other legal team members and cross-functional business teams, travelled and lived in different countries (USA, Near East, Africa and Europe) to learn language and experience new cultures Earlier career: Group Legal Officer, AVP, EMEA Associate General Counsel Languages: English, French, Dutch, German

Location & Getting There

By Train: 7-minute walk from London Bridge Station

By Car: Parking available at Tower Bridge Parking (50 Lower Thames St, London EC3R 6DT)

City Center: Perfectly situated near Tower Bridge, ideal for combining with a riverside stroll or cultural activities

Important Notes

1. Ticket includes seat at the table, welcome drink, and 2-courses from the Heritage Menu
2. Please RSVP to secure your place
3. Limited spots available to ensure quality conversation and connection

Don't miss this opportunity to meet the amazing women of our community in person. Whether you're a new member or a familiar face, there's a seat at our table for you!

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