The ACC Xchange 2019 was a premier conference organized by the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC), designed specifically for in-house counsel and legal operations professionals. This event combined the ACC Mid-Year Meeting and the ACC Legal Operations Conference, providing a comprehensive platform for education, collaboration, and networking among legal professionals.
The conference covered a wide array of topics essential to modern legal practice, including in-house litigation, next-generation contracting, legal operations, and leadership and business training. Sessions delved into strategic planning, optimizing sourcing and staffing, change management techniques, and addressing unconscious bias, equipping attendees with practical insights to enhance their roles within their organizations.
In addition to educational sessions, ACC Xchange 2019 offered numerous networking opportunities such as speed networking events, peer roundtables, and the Solutions Hub—a dynamic environment for interactive learning and professional connections. Notable speakers included Cara Hale Alter, founder and president of SpeechSkills and author of "The Credibility Code," who provided valuable leadership training to participants.
The event was tailored for experienced law department executives, including general counsel, deputy general counsel, chief counsel, and rising mid-career corporate counsel, as well as legal operations leaders. Attendees benefited from personalized curricula, expert presenters, and innovative learning formats, making the conference a valuable experience for those seeking to advance their careers and enhance their legal departments.
Speakers(40)
Amy Swenson
Executive Vice President and Leadership Character Strategist at KRW International, Inc.
Expert in leadership development and organizational character assessment.
Bill Denno
Legal Operations Associate at MassMutual Financial Group
Supports legal operations and efficiency initiatives in the financial services industry.
Bill Eipert
Senior Managing Counsel at Xerox Corporation
Oversees legal affairs and compliance in the document management industry.
Bill Hochul
Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary at Delaware North
Oversees legal affairs and corporate governance in the hospitality industry.
Brian Campbell
Senior Vice President, Corporate Development & General Counsel at DHI Group, Inc.
Oversees corporate development and legal affairs in the tech industry.
Cara Blaszka
Director of Legal Operations at Synchronoss Technologies
Manages legal operations and process improvements in the technology industry.
Cara Hale Alter
Founder & President at SpeechSkills
Author of 'The Credibility Code', specializing in leadership communication skills.
Chris Kopeck
Senior Manager, Legal Operations at Walgreens
Manages legal operations and process improvements in the retail pharmacy sector.
Daniel Young
Legal Operations Professional at Boston Scientific
Daniel Young is a Legal Operations Professional at Boston Scientific, honored for his work in legal operations.
Elizabeth Jaworski
Senior Director, Global Head of Legal Operations at Astellas Pharma
Directs global legal operations and innovation in the pharmaceutical sector.
Eric De Los Santos
Associate General Counsel, Senior Director of Employment Law at TrueBlue Inc.
Focuses on employment law and compliance in the staffing industry.
Gary Kennedy
Former Chief Legal Officer at American Airlines
Author of 'Twelve Years of Turbulence', with extensive experience in aviation law.
Geri Williams
Senior Corporate Counsel at The Home Depot
Provides legal counsel and compliance oversight in the retail industry.
Greg Wu
Managing Counsel at United Airways
Provides legal oversight in aviation law and regulatory compliance.
Gulam Zade
General Counsel at LOGICFORCE
Leads legal strategy and compliance for a technology consulting firm.
Janine Dixon
Chief of Staff/Head of Legal Operations at Fannie Mae
Oversees legal operations and strategic initiatives in the financial services sector.
Jennifer Lagunas
Vice President, Governance, Legal Operations and Assistant Corporate Secretary at AbbVie
Manages governance and legal operations with a focus on corporate compliance.
Julie Gresham
Assistant General Counsel and Director of Compliance at Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.
Manages compliance and legal matters in the shipbuilding industry.
Julie Richer
Legal Operations & Discovery Manager at American Electric Power Company
Manages legal operations and discovery processes in the energy sector.
Kelly Gradey
Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, and Head of Litigation at Campbell Soup Company
Manages litigation strategy and legal affairs in the consumer goods industry.
Kendra Nowak
Director, Legal Operations at Cigna
Leads legal operations and efficiency initiatives in the health services industry.
Kristen Chittenden
Associate General Counsel at Hendry Marine Industries, Inc.
Provides legal counsel in maritime industry with a focus on corporate governance.
Laura Caponi
Head of Strategy & Operations – Legal and Compliance at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Oversees legal strategy and compliance operations in the pharmaceutical sector.
Lisa Girmscheid
Manager, Legal Operations at Rockwell
Manages legal operations and process improvements in the industrial automation sector.
Megan Isaacson
Legal Operations Manager at Syneos Health
Oversees legal operations and efficiency initiatives in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Mike Russell
Lean Leader – Legal Operations at Ingersoll-Rand Company
Focuses on lean processes and legal operations efficiency in the manufacturing industry.
Nitin Batra
Head of Global Legal Services & Productivity at Citibank, N.A.
Leads global legal services and productivity initiatives in the banking sector.
Perry Sekus
Vice President, Legal Operations & Risk Management at Medtronic
Leads legal operations and risk management strategies in the medical device industry.
Priya J. Harjani
Deputy General Counsel at Northwestern University
Provides legal counsel and compliance oversight in the higher education sector.
Reese Arrowsmith
Vice President, Head of Operations at Campbell Soup Company
Oversees legal operations and efficiency initiatives in the food industry.
Rich Cohen
General Counsel at Corporate Creations International Inc.
Provides legal counsel and corporate governance expertise in the corporate services industry.
Sam Ranganathan
Senior Director, Legal Operations at AbbVie
Leads legal operations and process improvements in the pharmaceutical industry.
Samantha R. Frasso
Director, Business Manager | Advocacy & Oversight at TIAA
Focuses on business management and advocacy within the financial services industry.
Sarah Maguire
Senior Counsel at BAE Systems
Specializes in defense contracting and compliance within the aerospace sector.
Sarah Sederstrom
Vice President, Legal at Wunderman
Manages legal affairs and compliance in the marketing communications industry.
Scott Hodgdon
Senior Managing Counsel, Securities and Governance at Boston Scientific
Specializes in securities law and corporate governance in the medical device industry.
Sherie Edwards
Vice President, Corporate & Legal at SVMIC
Experienced legal executive with expertise in corporate law and legal operations.
Stephanie Lambert
Vice President, Associate General Counsel & Assistant Secretary at Staples, Inc.
Manages corporate legal matters and governance for a leading office supply retailer.
Tania Daniels
Head of Global Legal Operations at The Walt Disney Company
Manages global legal operations and strategy for a multinational entertainment conglomerate.
Trevor Faure
Founder at Smarter Law
Author and consultant specializing in legal innovation and efficiency.
Event Details
- Date
- April 28 - May 1, 2019
- 4 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, United States
- Hilton Minneapolis
- Pricing
- $995 - $1,195
- Audience
- In-house counsel, legal operations professionals
- CLE Credits
- CLE/CPD credit available; Legal Operations registration fee does not include CLE/CPD.