2023 National Conference - Society for Corporate Governance
The 2023 National Conference, organized by the Society for Corporate Governance, took place from June 20 to June 23, 2023, at The Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah. This annual event brought together corporate secretaries, general counsels, outside counsels, and other governance professionals from public and private companies, as well as law firms, to discuss and explore current trends and challenges in corporate governance.
Key topics covered during the conference included addressing new SEC rules, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) demands and ratings, human capital management disclosures, pay versus performance metrics, and activism preparation and response. The program featured general sessions and over 25 breakout topics designed to provide a balanced approach to navigating responsibilities and conflicts within the corporate governance landscape.
The conference offered numerous networking opportunities, including receptions, breakfasts, coffee breaks, lunches, and a closing night event. Attendees had the chance to connect with industry leaders, reconnect with Society members, and engage with service providers. Notable speakers included SEC Commissioner Mark T. Uyeda, who delivered remarks on shareholder proposals and the role of governance professionals in today's corporate environment.
This event was ideal for corporate governance professionals seeking to stay informed about the latest developments, share experiences with peers, and gain practical insights into effectively managing their roles. The conference provided a platform for attendees to enhance their knowledge, develop new skills, and build valuable connections within the corporate governance community.
Speakers(4)
Amy Mushahwar
Partner at Alston & Bird
Amy Mushahwar is a Partner at Alston & Bird, specializing in privacy, cyber, and data strategy. She spoke on the June 22 panel 'AI Basics' at the 2023 National Conference - Society for Corporate Governance, discussing an overview of ChatGPT, board education, usage, and communication with clients, employees, and stakeholders.
Kerry T. Wenzel
Partner at Alston & Bird
Kerry T. Wenzel is a Partner at Alston & Bird. She led the June 21 panel 'Human Capital Management' at the 2023 National Conference - Society for Corporate Governance, discussing trends including the new SEC rule, disclosure of EEO-1, and predictive employee survey data.
Larry Levin
Co-Head of National Capital Markets Practice at Katten
Larry Levin is the Co-Head of Katten's National Capital Markets Practice. He led the 'Insider Trading & Buybacks' panel discussion on June 22 at the 2023 National Conference - Society for Corporate Governance, covering topics such as trends in insider trading policies, material nonpublic information, and buybacks.
Nicolas J.S. Lockhart
Partner at Sidley Austin LLP
Nicolas J.S. Lockhart is a Partner at Sidley Austin LLP. He spoke on the June 21 panel 'ESG Disclosure & Other Implications for US Companies: EU Regulatory Developments' at the 2023 National Conference - Society for Corporate Governance, focusing on what US companies need to know and steps they should be taking.
Event Details
- Date
- June 20-23, 2023
- 4 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, United States
- The Grand America Hotel
- Pricing
- $2,050 - $2,950
- Audience
- Corporate secretaries, general counsels, outside counsels, governance professionals from public and private companies, and law firms.