Western Conference on Tax-Exempt Organizations 2026
by UCLA School of Law's Lowell Milken Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofits and Loyola Law School
The 29th Annual Western Conference on Tax-Exempt Organizations is a premier event dedicated to the latest developments in nonprofit tax law and compliance. Organized by the UCLA School of Law's Lowell Milken Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofits in collaboration with Loyola Law School, the conference will be held on March 12 and 13, 2026, at The California Endowment's Center for Healthy Communities in Downtown Los Angeles.
Attendees can expect in-depth sessions on topics such as public policy implications for tax-exempt organizations, innovative structures for social good, crisis response planning, and the evolving landscape of college sports. The conference will feature insights from government officials, leading nonprofit practitioners, and academic experts, providing a comprehensive overview of current challenges and opportunities in the sector.
The event offers ample networking opportunities, including a reception on the first day, allowing professionals to connect and share experiences. Notable speakers include Eric Herman from Teneo, who will deliver a keynote on navigating reputational threats during crises, and panels featuring experts from organizations like the Ford Foundation and the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation.
This conference is ideal for lawyers, accountants, and in-house professionals working with nonprofit organizations. It provides a platform to stay informed about the latest legal and regulatory developments, gain practical insights, and engage with peers in the nonprofit sector.
Speakers(37)
Andrew Schultz
Principal at Adler & Colvin
Andrew Schultz is a Principal at Adler & Colvin.
Atiqua Hashem
Senior Counsel at Conrad N. Hilton Foundation
Atiqua Hashem is the Senior Counsel at the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation.
Bob Lammey
Managing Director at EY
Bob Lammey is a Managing Director at EY.
Casey Williams
Partner at Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
Casey Williams is a Partner at Liebert Cassidy Whitmore.
David Shevlin
Partner at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett
David Shevlin is a Partner at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett.
Debi Heiskala
Partner - EY Americas Exempt Organization Tax Services Leader at Ernst & Young
Debi Heiskala is a Partner and the EY Americas Exempt Organization Tax Services Leader at Ernst & Young.
Debra Heiskala
Partner - EY Americas Exempt Organization Tax Services Leader at Ernst & Young
Debra Heiskala is a Partner and the EY Americas Exempt Organization Tax Services Leader at Ernst & Young.
Douglas Mancino
Partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Douglas Mancino is a Partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP, specializing in legal services.
Dwayne Horii
Partner at Rodriguez Horii Choi & Cafferata LLP
Dwayne Horii is a Partner at Rodriguez Horii Choi & Cafferata LLP.
Ellen Aprill
Senior Scholar in Residence at UCLA School of Law
Ellen Aprill is a Senior Scholar in Residence at UCLA School of Law's Lowell Milken Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofits.
Eric Herman
Managing Director at Teneo
Eric Herman is a Managing Director at Teneo.
Erin Bradrick
Principal at NEO Law Group
Erin Bradrick is a Principal at NEO Law Group.
Gene Takagi
Principal at NEO Law Group
Gene Takagi is a Principal at NEO Law Group.
Helen Cheng
Partner at Withersworldwide
Helen Cheng is a Partner at Withersworldwide.
Ingrid Mittermaier
Principal at Adler & Colvin
Ingrid Mittermaier is a Principal at Adler & Colvin.
James Joseph
Partner at Arnold & Porter
James Joseph is a Partner at Arnold & Porter.
Jean Tom
Partner at Davis Wright Tremaine
Jean Tom is a Partner at Davis Wright Tremaine.
Jill Horwitz
Professor of Law at Northwestern School of Law
Jill Horwitz is a Professor of Law at Northwestern School of Law.
Joseph N. Zimring
Deputy Attorney General at Office of the Attorney General, Charitable Trusts Section
Joseph N. Zimring is a Deputy Attorney General in the Charitable Trusts Section of the Office of the Attorney General.
Joshua Mintz
Vice President and General Counsel at MacArthur Foundation
Joshua Mintz serves as the Vice President and General Counsel at the MacArthur Foundation.
Karl Mill
Founding Attorney at Mill Law Center
Karl Mill is the Founding Attorney at Mill Law Center.
LaVerne Woods
Retired
LaVerne Woods is retired.
Mary Beckman
Retired at Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General
Mary Beckman is retired from the Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General.
Michael Berry
Owner at Michael Berry, CPA
Michael Berry is the owner of Michael Berry, CPA, providing accounting services.
Michael Mondelli
Partner at SingerLewak LLP
Michael Mondelli is a Partner at SingerLewak LLP.
Monique Abrishami
Partner at Levy Firestone Muse
Monique Abrishami is a Partner at Levy Firestone Muse.
Ofer Lion
Partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Ofer Lion is a Partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP.
Rachel Levy
Managing Director at Deloitte Tax LLP
Rachel Levy is a Managing Director at Deloitte Tax LLP.
Rich Schmalbeck
Professor of Law at Duke University
Rich Schmalbeck is a Professor of Law at Duke University.
Rob Wexler
Principal at Adler & Colvin
Rob Wexler is a Principal at Adler & Colvin.
Roger Colinvaux
Professor of Law at Columbus School of Law
Roger Colinvaux is a Professor of Law at Columbus School of Law.
Rose Chan Loui
Executive Director at UCLA School of Law
Rose Chan Loui is the Executive Director at UCLA School of Law's Lowell Milken Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofits.
Ruth Madrigal
Principal at KPMG
Ruth Madrigal is a Principal at KPMG.
Steve Toscher
Managing Principal at Hochman Salkin Toscher Perez P.C.
Steve Toscher is the Managing Principal at Hochman Salkin Toscher Perez P.C.
Tammi Wong
Associate General Counsel at University of California, Office of the President
Tammi Wong is the Associate General Counsel at the University of California, Office of the President.
Terri Cammarano
Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Cedars-Sinai
Terri Cammarano serves as the Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Cedars-Sinai.
Terri Wagner Cammarano
Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Cedars-Sinai
Terri Wagner Cammarano serves as the Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Cedars-Sinai.
Event Details
- Date
- March 12-13, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Los Angeles, United States
- The California Endowment's Center for Healthy Communities
- Pricing
- $900 - $1,100
- Audience
- Lawyers, accountants, and in-house professionals representing nonprofit organizations.
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending
- Attendees
- Nearly 150 attendees in previous years.