ACLEA's 58th Annual Meeting, titled "Building Better CLE: Adjust, Collaborate, & Elevate," is a premier conference organized by the Association for Continuing Legal Education (ACLEA). Scheduled from July 23 to 26, 2022, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, this event brings together professionals dedicated to advancing continuing legal education.
The conference agenda features a diverse range of plenary sessions and workshops focusing on key topics such as adapting to an uncertain world, engaging both virtual and in-person audiences, trauma-informed practice in CLE programming, fostering interdepartmental collaboration, and developing gold medal mindsets. These sessions are designed to equip attendees with innovative strategies and insights to enhance their CLE programs.
In addition to educational sessions, the meeting offers ample networking opportunities, including receptions and an exhibit hall showcasing the latest products and services in legal education. Notable speakers include experts like Hedy Bower, Michael Kahn, Kristin Houtari, Aidan Scott, Steve Hughes, Myrna McCallum, Dan Sweetser, Jonathan Bartczak, Tim Slating, and Alex Hodgins, providing attendees with valuable perspectives and experiences.
This event is ideal for CLE professionals, including programming planners, editors, publication staff, executive directors, and other key decision-makers from various legal education organizations. Attending offers a unique opportunity to stay abreast of industry changes, strengthen professional networks, and gain inspiration for both business and personal development.
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Speakers(58)
Aidan Scott
Co-Founder and CEO at Speakbox
Aidan Scott is the Co-Founder and CEO of Speakbox, a platform focused on mental health support and education.
Alex Hodgins
Mental Performance Consultant at Vancouver Canucks and Canadian Sport Institute
Alex Hodgins is a Mental Performance Consultant for the Vancouver Canucks and the Canadian Sport Institute, specializing in optimizing athletic performance.
Alexandra Wong
Law Society of Ontario
Alexandra Wong is associated with the Law Society of Ontario, focusing on best practices in contract negotiations.
Amy McFadden
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Amy McFadden is affiliated with the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education, specializing in publications best practices.
Andrew Ottiger
PLI
Andrew Ottiger co-presented the workshop 'Designing Effective Evaluations to Get You the Information You Need to Know About Your CLE Programs'.
Angel Duncan
viGlobal
Angel Duncan co-presented the workshop 'How QR Codes Work: Everything You Need to Know'.
Barbara Moddes
State Bar of Wisconsin Professional Development Department
Barbara Moddes is affiliated with the State Bar of Wisconsin Professional Development Department, serving as Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting Planning Committee.
Bernadette J.H. Lawson
Spencer Fane LLP
Bernadette J.H. Lawson co-presented the workshop 'Lessons from Senior CLE Leaders: What You Should Know Before You Lead'.
Bindu Gross
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Bindu Gross is affiliated with Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C., focusing on diversity and inclusion.
Bryan Parker
CEO at Legal Innovators
Bryan Parker is the CEO of Legal Innovators, specializing in meaningful diversity and inclusion in the legal industry.
Celeste Allen
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Celeste Allen co-presented the workshop 'Copyright in CLE — What do we need to know?'.
Chris Osborn
ReelTime CLE
Chris Osborn co-presented the workshop 'Difficult Topics to Accredit'.
Christina Daub
Allegheny County Bar Association
Christina Daub is affiliated with the Allegheny County Bar Association, contributing to the Annual Meeting Planning Committee.
Christine Sanderman
LESA
Christine Sanderman co-presented the workshop 'Copyright in CLE — What do we need to know?'.
Dan Sweetser
Dede Church
DeDe Church & Associates, LLC
Dede Church is part of DeDe Church & Associates, LLC, specializing in active allyship in the legal industry.
Dick Edwards
NZLS CLE Ltd, New Zealand
Dick Edwards co-presented the workshop 'What's Different and Innovative in CLE in Countries Located Outside North America?'.
Dr. Martha-Marie Kleinhans
American Bar Association
Dr. Martha-Marie Kleinhans is affiliated with the American Bar Association, specializing in integrating technology into CLE.
Edie Ryan
Continuing Legal Education Society of BC
Edie Ryan is affiliated with the Continuing Legal Education Society of BC, contributing to the Annual Meeting Planning Committee.
Elisabeth Steele
Elisabeth Steele, LLC
Elisabeth Steele co-presented the workshop 'Engaging Your Audience Near and Far'.
Elizabeth Loftus
Retired, Melbourne, Australia
Elizabeth Loftus co-presented the workshop 'What's Different and Innovative in CLE in Countries Located Outside North America?'.
Genevieve Chang
Continuing Legal Education Society of BC
Genevieve Chang co-presented the workshop 'CLE for the Next Generation: How to Interest and Engage New Lawyers'.
Gina Roers-Liemandt
Director, MCLE and Professional Development at American Bar Association
Gina Roers-Liemandt is the Director of MCLE and Professional Development at the American Bar Association, specializing in accreditation processes.
Hedy Bower
TexasBarCLE
Hedy Bower participated in the plenary session 'Adjusting to an Uncertain World'.
Hon. Audrey Moorehead
Judge at Dallas County Criminal Court #3
Hon. Audrey Moorehead serves as a Judge at Dallas County Criminal Court #3, advocating for active allyship.
JC Kinnamon, Ph.D.
PLI
JC Kinnamon co-presented the workshop 'Designing Effective Evaluations to Get You the Information You Need to Know About Your CLE Programs'.
Jennifer Marles
Oyen Wiggs LLP
Jennifer Marles co-presented the workshop 'Copyright in CLE — What do we need to know?'.
Jennifer Vossler
Director of Education & Professional Development at Tennessee Bar Association
Jennifer Vossler is the Director of Education & Professional Development at the Tennessee Bar Association, specializing in organizational metrics.
Jonathan Bartczak (JB)
Learning & Development Specialist Lead
Jonathan Bartczak, known as JB, is a Learning & Development Specialist Lead, focusing on enhancing team collaboration.
Karen Lee
Oregon State Bar
Karen Lee co-presented the workshop 'Engaging Your Audience Near and Far'.
Karim Guirguis
Chief Operating Officer at American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI)
Karim Guirguis delivered the plenary session 'The Evolution of Learning to Engage Members and Compete in Today's World'.
Katherine Suchocki
New York State Bar Association
Katherine Suchocki co-presented the workshop 'Lessons from Senior CLE Leaders: What You Should Know Before You Lead'.
Keisha Channer
Sidley Austin
Keisha Channer co-presented the workshop 'Designing Effective Evaluations to Get You the Information You Need to Know About Your CLE Programs'.
Kes Joerg
Oregon State Bar
Kes Joerg is affiliated with the Oregon State Bar, specializing in contract negotiations for CLE events.
Kristin Houtari
Director at Colorado Bar Association CLE
Kristin Houtari serves as the Director at Colorado Bar Association CLE, managing educational programs for legal professionals.
Kristin Huotari
Colorado Bar Association CLE
Kristin Huotari participated in the plenary session 'Adjusting to an Uncertain World'.
Lauren Holian Sparks
Cooley, LLP
Lauren Holian Sparks co-presented the workshop 'Difficult Topics to Accredit'.
Leah George-Wilson
Leah George-Wilson delivered the Tsleil-Waututh Welcome to the Territory at the event.
Lynett Jung
BC Prosecution Service
Lynett Jung is affiliated with the BC Prosecution Service, contributing to the Annual Meeting Planning Committee.
Martha-Marie Kleinhans
ABA
Martha-Marie Kleinhans co-presented the workshop 'How QR Codes Work: Everything You Need to Know'.
Matt Sommerfeldt
Legal Education Society of Alberta
Matt Sommerfeldt is affiliated with the Legal Education Society of Alberta, focusing on programming best practices.
Megan Lefebvre
Minnesota CLE
Megan Lefebvre co-presented the workshop 'CLE for the Next Generation: How to Interest and Engage New Lawyers'.
Megan Moore
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Megan Moore co-presented the workshop 'Engaging Your Audience Near and Far'.
Michael Kahn
ReelTime
Michael Kahn participated in the plenary session 'Adjusting to an Uncertain World'.
Michael Willis
NAAG
Michael Willis co-presented the workshop 'How QR Codes Work: Everything You Need to Know'.
Michele Richman
Chief People Officer at Lawline
Michele Richman is the Chief People Officer at Lawline, focusing on measuring success in CLE organizations.
Myrna McCallum
Founder at Miyo Pimatisiwin Legal Services
Myrna McCallum is the Founder of Miyo Pimatisiwin Legal Services, focusing on trauma-informed legal practices.
Nadia Myerthall
Continuing Legal Education Society of BC
Nadia Myerthall is associated with the Continuing Legal Education Society of BC, focusing on contributor relations.
Rob Seto
The Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia
Rob Seto is associated with The Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia, contributing to legal education initiatives.
Shanna Montoya
Colorado Bar Association CLE
Shanna Montoya co-presented the workshop 'CLE for the Next Generation: How to Interest and Engage New Lawyers'.
Sheri Crosby Wheeler
Fossil Group
Sheri Crosby Wheeler is associated with Fossil Group, focusing on diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Stephanie Everett
President at Lawyerist
Stephanie Everett is the President of Lawyerist, focusing on measuring success in legal organizations.
Steve Hughes
Founder at Hit Your Stride
Steve Hughes is the Founder of Hit Your Stride, specializing in training professionals to enhance their communication skills.
Tim Slating
Director at Illinois State Bar Association
Tim Slating is the Director at the Illinois State Bar Association, overseeing educational initiatives for legal professionals.
Tom Wubker
SBOT
Tom Wubker co-presented the workshop 'How QR Codes Work: Everything You Need to Know'.
Una Doyle
Judicial Education Program at the Judicial Commission of New South Wales
Una Doyle co-presented the workshop 'What's Different and Innovative in CLE in Countries Located Outside North America?'.
Virginia Izaguirre
State Bar of Texas - TexasBarCLE
Virginia Izaguirre is associated with the State Bar of Texas - TexasBarCLE, serving as the Chair of the Annual Meeting Planning Committee.
Yannil Gonzalez
Cooley, LLP
Yannil Gonzalez co-presented the workshop 'Difficult Topics to Accredit'.
Event Details
- Date
- July 24-27, 2022
- 4 days
- Location
- 🇨🇦 Vancouver, Canada
- Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- CLE professionals, including programming planners, editors, publication staff, executive directors, and other key decision-makers from various legal education organizations.
- CLE Credits
- Information on CLE credits is not specified.
- Attendees
- Over 200 CLE professionals attend each year.