The General Counsel Conference Midwest: SuperConference 2026 is a premier event designed for legal professionals in the Midwest, focusing on innovation, collaboration, and advancement within the legal industry. Organized by ALM Global, LLC, this conference aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and strategies necessary to navigate the evolving legal landscape.
The conference will cover a range of key topics, including regulatory compliance, risk management, corporate governance, and the integration of artificial intelligence in legal operations. Sessions such as "Winning in the C-Suite and in the Stands: Balancing Expectation, Risk and Global Ambition" and "Turning Tension into Progress: Navigating Difficult Conversations and Driving Outcomes" will provide insights into leadership and effective communication within legal teams.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in interactive learning through specialized sessions and panels, as well as network with peers and industry leaders. Notable speakers include Krista Whitaker, Executive Vice President of Legal and Business Affairs & Chief Legal Officer of the Chicago Bears, and Kwame Christian, Founder & CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, who will share their expertise and experiences.
This conference is ideal for General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, Chief Legal Officers, Corporate Counsel, Senior Counsel, Legal Operation Directors, and Law Firm Partners seeking to stay ahead of industry trends and enhance their professional networks.
Speakers(92)
Allison Ray
Director, Associate General Counsel, Corporate Investigations & Regulatory Affairs at Workday
Allison Ray serves as Director and Associate General Counsel for Corporate Investigations and Regulatory Affairs at Workday, managing legal risks and compliance.
Amy Au
Senior Director, Global Legal and Corporate Counsel at BCD Travel
Amy Au is the Senior Director and Global Legal and Corporate Counsel at BCD Travel, managing legal affairs worldwide.
Andrew Herrington-Gilmore
Executive Director and Deputy General Counsel at Chicago Bulls
Andrew Herrington-Gilmore serves as Executive Director and Deputy General Counsel for the Chicago Bulls, managing legal affairs for the organization.
Anita Pancholi
Associate General Counsel, Labor and Employment at Attentive Mobile Inc.
Anita Pancholi serves as Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment at Attentive Mobile Inc., focusing on employment law and compliance.
Anna Inch
VP and General Counsel at Carhartt
Anna Inch serves as Vice President and General Counsel at Carhartt, overseeing legal matters for the company.
Ashley Lynam
Partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Ashley Lynam is a partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, focusing on labor and employment law.
August "Jamie" Schupp
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Newmedical Technology, Inc.
August "Jamie" Schupp is the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Newmedical Technology, Inc., overseeing legal and corporate governance matters.
Betty Jang
Founder & General Counsel at BYJ Law LLC
Betty Jang is the Founder and General Counsel at BYJ Law LLC, providing legal services to various clients.
Brian McGinnis
Partner, Data Security and Privacy Co-Chair at Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Brian McGinnis is a partner and Co-Chair of the Data Security and Privacy practice at Barnes & Thornburg LLP, focusing on data protection and compliance.
Brian Sadek
North American Sr. Counsel at ZF Group
Brian Sadek serves as North American Senior Counsel at ZF Group, providing legal support across various business units.
Brian Swanson
Partner at Bartlit Beck LLP
Brian Swanson is a Partner at Bartlit Beck LLP, specializing in litigation.
Cameron Krieger
Chief Privacy Officer and Associate General Counsel at Mars Inc.
Cameron Krieger serves as Chief Privacy Officer and Associate General Counsel at Mars Inc., focusing on data privacy and compliance.
Carolyn Burbrink
Director, Volume Litigation, Safety & Insurance Litigation at Uber
Carolyn Burbrink is the Director of Volume Litigation, Safety, and Insurance Litigation at Uber, overseeing high-volume litigation cases.
Chantal Kazay Rivera
Senior Counsel, Commercial Litigation at McDonald's
Chantal Kazay Rivera serves as Senior Counsel for Commercial Litigation at McDonald's, managing the company's litigation matters.
Charles DeVore
Partner, Deputy General Counsel at Katten
Charles DeVore is a Partner and Deputy General Counsel at Katten, focusing on corporate law and compliance.
Christina Liwski
General Counsel at Quetzal Therapeutics
Christina Liwski serves as General Counsel at Quetzal Therapeutics, overseeing legal matters for the company.
Christina Mesco
Of Counsel at The Prinz Law Firm
Christina Mesco serves as Of Counsel at The Prinz Law Firm, specializing in employment law and litigation.
Conrad Adkins
Partner at Nixon Peabody LLP
Conrad Adkins is a partner at Nixon Peabody LLP, focusing on complex litigation and dispute resolution.
Craig Martin
Chairman, Americas at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
Craig Martin is the Chairman for the Americas at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP, overseeing the firm's operations in the region.
Danette Kobolt
Former Chief Compliance Officer, Assistant General Counsel at Homesteaders Life Company
Danette Kobolt is the former Chief Compliance Officer and Assistant General Counsel at Homesteaders Life Company, focusing on compliance and legal affairs.
Danielle Roland
General Counsel at ANDRITZ Schuler Incorporated
Danielle Roland is the General Counsel at ANDRITZ Schuler Incorporated, overseeing all legal affairs for the company.
Darren Ishmael
Managing Director at Dubin Research & Consulting
Darren Ishmael is the Managing Director at Dubin Research & Consulting, specializing in litigation consulting and strategy.
Davina Biddle
VP, Associate General Counsel at Strada Education Foundation
Davina Biddle serves as Vice President and Associate General Counsel at Strada Education Foundation, providing legal counsel and support.
Desirée Moore
Partner at Venable LLP
Desirée Moore is a partner at Venable LLP, specializing in litigation and dispute resolution.
Diedre Dunn
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary (Technology, Electronics, Software, & Insurance) at Mindr
Diedre Dunn is the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Mindr, focusing on legal matters in technology, electronics, software, and insurance.
Donna Haddad
VP, Associate General Counsel at IBM
Donna Haddad is Vice President and Associate General Counsel at IBM, providing legal support across various business units.
Eileen Lysaught
Of Counsel at Laner Muchin
Eileen Lysaught serves as Of Counsel at Laner Muchin, specializing in labor and employment law.
Elizabeth Barton
Managing Deputy General Counsel at Chicago Board of Education
Elizabeth Barton serves as the Managing Deputy General Counsel for the Chicago Board of Education, overseeing legal matters for the district.
Emily Dillingham
Corporate Counsel, Litigation & Regulatory at Kellanova
Emily Dillingham serves as Corporate Counsel for Litigation and Regulatory matters at Kellanova, managing legal risks and compliance.
Erin Maus
Partner at Venable LLP
Erin Maus is a partner at Venable LLP, specializing in corporate law and mergers and acquisitions.
Fernanda Beraldi
Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary & Compliance Officer at Aurorium LLC
Fernanda Beraldi is the Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary, and Compliance Officer at Aurorium LLC, leading the company's legal and compliance functions.
Grace Kim
Associate General Counsel at Sound Physicians
Grace Kim serves as Associate General Counsel at Sound Physicians, providing legal support across various business units.
Gretchen Koehler
Chief Strategy Officer at Dubin Research & Consulting
Gretchen Koehler is the Chief Strategy Officer at Dubin Research & Consulting, leading business development and marketing initiatives.
Harshita Ganesh
Associate at CMBG3 Law PC
Harshita Ganesh is an Associate at CMBG3 Law PC, focusing on environmental and toxic tort litigation.
Heather Nevitt
Editor in Chief, Corporate Coverage at Law.com
Heather Nevitt is the Editor in Chief for Corporate Coverage at Law.com, overseeing editorial content and strategy.
Heidi Rowe Hennig
Partner at Venable LLP
Heidi Rowe Hennig is a partner at Venable LLP, specializing in corporate law and mergers and acquisitions.
Helen Odom
Director of Legal at Tailscale
Helen Odom serves as Director of Legal at Tailscale, overseeing legal affairs for the company.
Jacob Mihm
Partner at Polales, Horton & Leonardi LLP
Jacob Mihm is a partner at Polales, Horton & Leonardi LLP, focusing on criminal defense and civil litigation.
Janelle Carter Anderson
VP, General Counsel at The Heico Companies LLC
Janelle Carter Anderson serves as Vice President and General Counsel at The Heico Companies LLC, leading the legal department.
Javaria Neagle
Associate General Counsel -Litigation at United Airlines, Inc.
Javaria Neagle is Associate General Counsel for Litigation at United Airlines, Inc., managing the company's litigation portfolio.
Jennifer Hastings
Founder, Technology and Software Contract Attorney at Outsource Counsel
Jennifer Hastings is the Founder and a Technology and Software Contract Attorney at Outsource Counsel, specializing in contract management.
Jennifer Hoskin
Principal Attorney at Zulkie Partners LLC
Jennifer Hoskin is a Principal Attorney at Zulkie Partners LLC, focusing on immigration law and compliance.
Jennifer Mailander
Vice President / Deputy General Counsel at Fannie Mae
Jennifer Mailander is Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Fannie Mae, overseeing legal matters for the company.
Jenny Hamilton
Chief Legal Officer at Exterro
Jenny Hamilton is the Chief Legal Officer at Exterro, leading the company's legal department.
Jenny Schwab
Managing Counsel, Head of Antitrust & Global Competition at United Airlines
Jenny Schwab serves as Managing Counsel and Head of Antitrust & Global Competition at United Airlines, overseeing competition law matters.
Jill Lesser
Partner at FGS Global
Jill Lesser is a partner at FGS Global, specializing in strategic communications and public affairs.
John Albright
Chief Legal Officer at Hub International LLC
John Albright is the Chief Legal Officer at Hub International LLC, leading the company's legal department.
Justin Johnson
President, Chicago | Partner at Latitude Legal
Justin Johnson is the President of the Chicago office and a Partner at Latitude Legal, specializing in legal staffing and consulting.
Karen Selking
Principal Attorney at Zulkie Partners LLC
Karen Selking is a Principal Attorney at Zulkie Partners LLC, focusing on immigration law and compliance.
Kate Elsner
Senior Counsel, Litigation at Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Kate Elsner serves as Senior Counsel for Litigation at Hyatt Hotels Corporation, managing the company's litigation portfolio.
Kathleen Boege
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary at Wintrust Financial Corporation
Kathleen Boege is the Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Corporate Secretary at Wintrust Financial Corporation, overseeing legal and corporate governance matters.
Katie Rinkus
Partner at The Prinz Law Firm
Katie Rinkus is a partner at The Prinz Law Firm, specializing in employment law and litigation.
Katrice Miller
Senior Partner Labor Relations at Starbucks Corporation
Katrice Miller serves as Senior Partner for Labor Relations at Starbucks Corporation, managing labor relations and compliance.
Kim Metrick
Vice President, General Counsel, Employment Law, Health and Safety at Walgreen Company
Kim Metrick is the Vice President and General Counsel for Employment Law, Health, and Safety at Walgreen Company, overseeing legal matters in these areas.
Kip Randall
Partner at Husch Blackwell LLP
Kip Randall is a partner at Husch Blackwell LLP, specializing in corporate law and mergers and acquisitions.
Kiran Advani
General Counsel at SQN Associates
Kiran Advani serves as General Counsel at SQN Associates, providing legal oversight and strategic guidance.
Krista Whitaker
Executive Vice President of Legal and Business Affairs & Chief Legal Officer at Chicago Bears
Krista Whitaker serves as the Executive Vice President of Legal and Business Affairs and Chief Legal Officer for the Chicago Bears, overseeing all legal matters for the organization.
Kristina Lawson
Managing Partner at Hanson Bridgett
Kristina Lawson is the Managing Partner at Hanson Bridgett, overseeing the firm's operations and strategic initiatives.
Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.
Founder & CEO at American Negotiation Institute
Kwame Christian is the Founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, specializing in helping individuals and organizations navigate difficult conversations and negotiations.
Kyle Olson
Senior Counsel at The Boeing Company
Kyle Olson is Senior Counsel at The Boeing Company, providing legal support across various business units.
Laurel Palluzi
General Counsel at GC AI
Laurel Palluzi is General Counsel at GC AI, leading legal strategy at the forefront of AI innovation for in-house teams.
Lisa Haidostian
Senior Director & Managing Counsel, Commercial & Securities Litigation at Walgreens
Lisa Haidostian serves as Senior Director and Managing Counsel for Commercial and Securities Litigation at Walgreens, managing the company's litigation portfolio.
Lisa Procaccio
Senior Counsel at Fiserv
Lisa Procaccio serves as Senior Counsel at Fiserv, providing legal support across various business units.
Marni Helfand
CHRO at LevelBlue
Marni Helfand is the Chief Human Resources Officer at LevelBlue, overseeing human resources and organizational development.
Matthew Kutcher
Partner at Cooley LLP
Matthew Kutcher is a partner at Cooley LLP, specializing in complex litigation and dispute resolution.
Meghan Riley
Managing Associate General Counsel at Verizon
Meghan Riley is the Managing Associate General Counsel at Verizon, overseeing legal matters for the company.
Micah Heilbrun
Senior Director, Labor & Employee Relations at Phillips 66
Micah Heilbrun serves as Senior Director for Labor and Employee Relations at Phillips 66, managing labor relations and compliance.
Michael Andolina
Partner at White & Case LLP
Michael Andolina is a partner at White & Case LLP, specializing in corporate law and mergers and acquisitions.
Michael Parks
Partner at Thompson Coburn
Michael Parks is a partner at Thompson Coburn, specializing in corporate law and mergers and acquisitions.
Michael Rispin
Senior Director, Associate General Counsel, Corporate & Securities at Sprout Social, Inc.
Michael Rispin serves as Senior Director and Associate General Counsel for Corporate and Securities at Sprout Social, Inc., overseeing legal and compliance matters.
Michael Sachs
Partner, In-House Counsel Recruiting and Board Services at Major, Lindsey & Africa
Michael Sachs is a partner at Major, Lindsey & Africa, focusing on in-house counsel recruiting and board services.
Michelle Speller-Thurman
Divisional Vice President and Associate General Counsel Licensing & Acquisitions at Abbott
Michelle Speller-Thurman serves as Divisional Vice President and Associate General Counsel for Licensing & Acquisitions at Abbott, overseeing legal matters in these areas.
Neil Pandey
Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel (CIPP/US+C) at Credico (USA) LLC
Neil Pandey is the Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Credico (USA) LLC, specializing in data privacy and compliance.
Nia Jenkins
VP, Legal Affairs at Surescripts, LLC
Nia Jenkins serves as Vice President of Legal Affairs at Surescripts, LLC, overseeing legal and compliance matters.
Rachel Harris
General Counsel, AI Governance & Privacy Officer at Suzy, Inc.
Rachel Harris serves as General Counsel and AI Governance & Privacy Officer at Suzy, Inc., focusing on data protection and compliance.
Rich Cohan
CLO at Applied Systems
Rich Cohan is the Chief Legal Officer at Applied Systems, overseeing all legal affairs for the company.
Rich Fiore
General Counsel at The Parking Spot
Rich Fiore is the General Counsel at The Parking Spot, overseeing all legal affairs for the company.
Robert Bressler
VP, Assistant General Counsel, Litigation at National Express LLC
Robert Bressler is Vice President and Assistant General Counsel for Litigation at National Express LLC, managing the company's litigation matters.
Ryan Harding
Deputy General Counsel at GE Appliances
Ryan Harding is the Deputy General Counsel at GE Appliances, overseeing legal matters for the company.
Sarah Sinclair
VP, Corporate Counsel, Global Data Privacy, Cybersecurity & AI Governance at Prudential Financial
Sarah Sinclair is the Vice President and Corporate Counsel for Global Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, and AI Governance at Prudential Financial.
Scott Garnick
Head of Legal Transformation, Global Transactions at HERE Technologies
Scott Garnick is the Head of Legal Transformation for Global Transactions at HERE Technologies, leading legal process improvements.
Seth Gastwirth
Deputy General Counsel, Assistant Corporate Secretary at JLL
Seth Gastwirth serves as Deputy General Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary at JLL, overseeing legal and corporate governance matters.
Shameak Belvitt
Senior Counsel – Data Privacy & Cybersecurity at Nissan North America, Inc.
Shameak Belvitt is Senior Counsel for Data Privacy & Cybersecurity at Nissan North America, Inc., focusing on data protection and compliance.
Sherri Nagel
Deputy General Counsel at NinjaHoldings
Sherri Nagel serves as Deputy General Counsel at NinjaHoldings, overseeing legal matters for the company.
Stas Zakharenko
Principal at GTC Law Group
Stas Zakharenko is a Principal at GTC Law Group, specializing in intellectual property and technology law.
Steffany Cunningham
Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary at Summit School Services
Steffany Cunningham is the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Summit School Services, overseeing legal and corporate governance.
Steve Borgsdorf
Senior Legal Counsel, M&A and Corporate Governance at Robert Bosch LLC
Steve Borgsdorf is Senior Legal Counsel for M&A and Corporate Governance at Robert Bosch LLC, focusing on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate governance.
Steven Schwab
GC & Compliance Officer at ThomaBravo
Steven Schwab is the General Counsel and Compliance Officer at ThomaBravo, overseeing legal and compliance matters.
Theresa Shea
Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer at Utz Brands, Inc.
Theresa Shea serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at Utz Brands, Inc., overseeing all legal affairs for the company.
Tim Brennan
Associate General Counsel at Aon
Tim Brennan serves as Associate General Counsel at Aon, providing legal support across various business units.
Trisha Cole
COO and General Counsel at Medtelligent, Inc.
Trisha Cole serves as Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel at Medtelligent, Inc., managing operations and legal matters.
Valerie Fleming
Associate General Counsel at CDK Global, LLC
Valerie Fleming serves as Associate General Counsel at CDK Global, LLC, providing legal support across various business units.
Event Details
- Date
- April 14-15, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- voco Chicago Downtown - Riverwalk
- Pricing
- $630 - $1,365
- Audience
- General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, Chief Legal Officers, Corporate Counsel, Senior Counsel, Legal Operation Directors, Law Firm Partners