Legal Lift is the groundbreaking, one-day event for in-house and outside counsel that transforms how legal professionals connect and build relationships.
The first of its kind, this experience explores the evolution of the legal buying process while fostering meaningful dialogue and cultivating a deep understanding of how modern professional networks are forged and maintained.
With unparalleled attendee support and interactive programming, Legal Lift creates an environment where law firm partners and corporate counsel establish strong connections based on overlapping interests and professional needs. Attendees engage in dynamic panel sessions, thought-provoking roundtable discussions, and hands-on workshops, all meticulously crafted to deliver an exceptional networking experience. The day ends with a reception where attendees can relax and continue meaningful conversations.
Discover new strategies, gain actionable insights, and leave with valuable relationships that will elevate your practice and drive your success.
NOVEMBER 13, 2024 | NYC
advisory committee
Vishal Anand
(He/Him)
The Walt Disney Company
Director, Legal Business Operations/ Outside Counsel Management
Julia Bennett
(She/Her)
Davis Wright Tremaine
CMBDO
Aaron Boersma
(He/Him)
Ford Motor Co.
Spend Innovation Lead
Alexandra Guajardo
(She/Her)
BCLP
Global Director of Commercial Strategy
Jordan Martell
(He/Him)
Central Insurance
General Counsel
Elizabeth (Murphy) Miller
(She/Her)
Legal Ops Luminary
Patrick A. Rogers
(He/Him)
Hinckley Allen
Managing Partner
Alex G. Romain
(He/Him)
Jenner & Block
Litigation Partner
Vartan Saravia
(He/Him)
HM.CLAUSE (a Limagrain company)
General Counsel
Bill Shepherd
(He/Him)
Holland & Knight
Executive Partner
Attendees Include:
Lead Counsel, Affiliate (Global), Rakuten Advertising
Deputy General Counsel, Head of Litigation, Cronos Group Inc.
Manager, Legal Operations, XPO, Inc.
Specialist, Hearst Corporation
Head of Legal Operations, MIO Partners
Vice President Legal, Innovative Cosmetic Concepts
General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer, Nitorum Capital, L.P.
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary – North America, COFCO International
Chief of Staff to the GC, Organon
General Counsel, Americas and CXM, dentsu
General Counsel – Americas & Corporate Secretary, BSI Group – The British Standards Institution
Director, Legal Business Operations/ Outside Counsel Management, The Walt Disney Company
Director, Legal Operations CoS to CLO, Panasonic Corporation of North America
General Counsel, Sequential Tech
Vice President Legal, Innovative Cosmetic Concepts
General Counsel, DHL Supply Chain Americas
Vice President, General Counsel, Fresh Inc.
Senior Deputy General Counsel, Balyasny Asset Management L.P.
General Counsel, CURE Auto Insurance
Associate Director Legal Innovation & Operations, Novartis Corporation
General Counsel, Ryse Global Technologies Inc.
Specialist, Hearst Corporation
CLO, Accolend
Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Host Hotels & Resorts
Senior Counsel, Starr Companies
General Counsel, TED Conferences LLC
Head of Legal, Jasper.AI
Spend Innovation, Ford Motor Co.
Sponsor
Thank you to our sponsor
MODERATORS
David Ackert
(He/Him)
David Ackert is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ackert, Inc. and its subsidiary, PipelinePlus. As a highly regarded business development thought leader, David has pioneered revenue enablement programs for hundreds of professional services firms around the globe. He is the founder of several technology platforms, including the PipelinePlus software suite. David’s forthcoming business development book, The Short List, is anticipated to launch early 2025.
Rich Bracken
(He/Him)
For over twenty years, Rich Bracken has been researching how businesses of all sizes and their teams rise and fall with various styles of leadership and employee engagement. Combining his experience as an award-winning salesperson, marketer, and client service expert, Rich brings a unique and refreshing blend of empathy and positivity that resonates with professionals from every level and background.
PipelinePlus, powered by Ackert, is a global leader in business development and revenue growth. We provide award-winning coaching and advisory services aligned with our innovative software. Our team leverages their collective experience to enhance the BD performance of professional services firms.
