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Please join us for the ACC-NYC Chapter’s first ever LGBTQIA+ Pride Month event, hosted by Meta!

This event features a 1-hour panel presentation by speakers from LGBTQIA+ advocacy organizations, Meta’s LGBTQIA+ ERG, and other corporate counsel. The presentation will be followed by a 1-hour celebratory / networking hour where Pride themed cocktails and food will be served.  

The goals for this event are to:

  1. Provide an overview of recent legal wins and challenges impacting the LGBTQIA+ community;
  2. Address best practices that companies and in-house counsel can adopt to foster LGBTQIA+ inclusion and belonging in the workplace; and,
  3. Create connections and build community among LGBTQIA+ in-house attorneys in NYC.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Corporate Counsel University® (CCU) is the leading onboarding and networking opportunity specially tailored for new in-house lawyers. 

 

CCU is the ideal program for members with less than five years of experience in a corporate legal department, as well as those seeking to refresh their basic practice skills. 

 

Learn everything you need to know about 2024 ACC Corporate Counsel University® in Denver, Colorado 
HERE!


Complete Schedule

This program is completely organized and delivered by the Association of Corporate Counsel.

For questions, please contact education@acc.com.

Join ACC Northeast's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee along with our generous sponsor, Goodwin Procter, on June 20th for a candid, round-table discussion on how corporations and law firms are navigating the evolving legal landscape with respect to DEI programs and initiatives.

Our panelists will share their experiences, best and next practices in continuing to drive diversity initiatives forward, while navigating growing legal, social, and political pressures.  The round-table will be moderated by Lee Douthitt, Counsel in Goodwin’s Employment and Complex Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice.

You won't want to miss this program which will provide ample time for conversation and networking.

Register below.

Building a Framework for an ESG Approach in Europe
In-house counsel members of the ACC Europe ESG Working Group
16 pages

Are you building or reviewing your organization's ESG program, with a focus on Europe? This tool presents sample frameworks for the environmental, social, and governance components: (i) key considerations, (ii) a detailed map of core ESG subtopics for each of the three ESG facets, and (ii) for each subtopic, potential goals, standards, and metrics, and more.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Diversity and Inclusion, Compliance and Ethics, Environmental, Employment and Labor, Corporate, Securities, and Governance
Region: Europe, European Union
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8:00-8:30 – Breakfast & Networking

8:30-9:30 - The Law of Artificial Intelligence (Biden Administration Order and EU Artificial Intelligence Act)

Barbara Bagnasacco and Steve Lau will provide a general overview of the most relevant laws currently governing Artificial Intelligence. They will also discuss at a high-level important aspects of the 2023 U.S. Executive Order 14110 on the “Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence,” and offer a comparison of the approach of the new European Union Artificial Intelligence Act and that of the Executive Order, and refer to emerging State laws in the United States.

Presenters:

Barbara Bagnasacco, Of Counsel, Parsons Behle & Latimer

Steve Lau, Head of Privacy – Americas, eBay

 

9:40-10:40 - Get Off My Lawn! Effective Brand Protection, Management and Enforcement in a World of Bullies and Trolls

Juliette White and Jon Love will discuss best practices for trademark protection, management, and enforcement strategies. The discussion will include in-house counsel and executive-level client representatives, Nicole Greener and Carley Herrick, with an eye towards helping companies establish successful, sustainable brand strength and goodwill.

Presenters:

Nicole Greener, VP Strategy and Compliance, KUHL

Carley Herrick, Corporate Counsel, Traeger

Jonathan H. Love, Shareholder, Parsons Behle & Latimer

Juliette P. White, Shareholder, Parsons Behel & Latimer

 

10:50-11:50 - The Current Status of DEI and What it Means for Your Business

Christina Jepson and Mike O’Brien will discuss how, despite the great DEI debate raging in the country today, employers can implement diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives without engaging in illegal discrimination.

Presenters:

Christina M. Jepson, Shareholder, Parsons Behle & Latimer

Michael P. O’Brien, Shareholder, Parsons Behle & Latimer

 

12:00-1:00 - Above and Beyond:  Complying with the New EEOC Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace and Creating Exceptional Workplace Culture

A harassment-free culture is fundamental to a professional and civil workplace. Nonetheless, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission reports that harassing conduct remains a serious workplace problem, so much so that recently, on April 29, 2024, it issued new guidance for employers. Nicole Farrell and Sara Jones will analyze why harassment remains an issue today, even in the era of remote work, review examples of what is considered harassing conduct, and discuss what companies need to know to protect themselves from liability.

Presenters:

Nicole Farrell, Chief People Officer, Parsons Behle & Latimer

Sara Jones, CEO, InclusionPro

 

1:00-1:30 – Lunch and Networking

Join us for an engaging session that explores the intriguing landscape of generational dynamics in the workplace. Gain valuable insights into the nuances that define each generation, fostering a deeper understanding that transcends stereotypes. For those who attended last year’s program, we will be building off what we learned in Priya’s engaging presentation on navigating differences through cultural competence. 

In this seminar, we'll explore how embracing the perspectives of different generations can lead to creating stronger, more cohesive teams. We'll uncover the unique characteristics and values of each generation, empowering you to adapt and navigate through any differences that may arise. This session provides a great opportunity to challenge assumptions, broaden your understanding, and elevate your leadership skills in navigating cross-generational dynamics.

The Essential Toolkit for New General Counsel
Association of Corporate Counsel
36 pages

How to make a strong positive impact when starting a new job as general counsel? Find practical tips and strategies shared by experienced in-house counsel and condensed by ACC in this toolkit. Nine checklists that distill insight from general counsel, from acing your first 90 days to developing your leadership and business skills and retaining talent on your team.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Diversity and Inclusion, Skills and Professional Development, Law Department Management
Region: Global
Audience: Deputy GC, CLO / GC

ACC Mid-America Chapter and Shook Hardy & Bacon LLP

JOINTLY PRESENT 

Be Aware: Your AI Has Implicit Bias, Too!

Presented by: Caroline Gieser, Associate and Yara Rashad, Associate 

Wednesday, May 8, 2024

12:00PM – 1:00PM 

Virtual Zoom Presentation

 

Program Description:  Companies and law firms are looking for ways to commit to meaningful change in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusivity (DEI). For those efforts to be successful, it is critical to better understand the ways in which implicit bias manifests itself in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). As more and more companies integrate AI in their products, services, and processes, the need for fairness and non-discrimination in AI-based decision-making becomes increasingly important. This panel will offer practical strategies on how companies can detect and mitigate ethical risks rooted in implicit bias as they leverage AI to improve productivity and performance.

Course Outline:

·         DEI & AI Overview (15 minutes)

·         Implications of Using AI (15 minutes)

·         Ethical Best Practices & Mitigating Risk (25 minutes)

·         Conclusion and Q&A (5 minutes)

We encourage members to bring an associate or colleague that may be interested in joining the ACC Mid-America Chapter. The Association of Corporate Counsel offers numerous benefits and resources to in-house counsel including CLE offerings and networking opportunities and we look forward to sharing that information with others in the field.


Click HERE to Register by May 6, 2024
*Continuing Legal Education Credits pending in Kansas. 

Nebraska- Approved for 1.0 Hour Professional Responsibility Credit

Missouri- Approved for 1.2 Hours of Ethics/Elimination of Bias Credit

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