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Earlier this year, San Antonio Legal Services Association (SALSA) was thrilled to recognize ACC of South/Central Texas with the Lee Cusenbary Impact Award for the association’s historic commitment to bolstering pro bono efforts in San Antonio. ACC’s annual support allowed the Community Justice Program (CJP) to transition to a larger, more robust pro bono entity, and SALSA looks forward to giving ACC membership an update about how far we’ve come and where we are headed. Join your fellow ACC members on Zoom on August 31st from 12pm - 1pm to learn more about how SALSA is providing pro bono opportunities that change lives of indigent, vulnerable and at-risk members of our community and how YOU and your organization can be part of the movement to increase access to justice.

ACC Mid-America Chapter and Littler Mendelson, P.C.

JOINTLY PRESENT

How to Conduct Effective Workplace Investigations

Presented by: Bonnie Birdsell and Christopher M. Helt 

Wednesday, October 11, 2023
12:00 – 1:00PM
Grand Street Café, 4740 Grand Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64112

 Program Summary: In our increasingly “speak up" corporate environment, prompt and effective internal investigations enable businesses to take appropriate action to address issues raised in employee reports. Well-conducted internal investigations are also critical to reducing employment law risk and preventing legal liability, and they can boost employee morale and solidify corporate culture. Poorly conducted investigations, on the other hand, can create liability and dampen morale. Properly planning the investigation, conducting interviews that get to the facts, and carefully documenting outcomes are critical components of an effective corporate compliance function and are of vital importance in defending corporate decisions challenged in court.

Discussion Topics & Objectives:

This presentation will provide a step-by-step overview of a properly conducted and effective internal investigation:  

  • Identifying not only the right investigator, but also the role of the investigator, throughout the investigatory process (10 minutes)
  • Objectively characterizing allegations and planning the investigation, including determining its scope (10 minutes)
  • Understanding the investigator's role in gathering facts and evaluating evidence (5 minutes)
  • Conducting interviews that encourage participation, get to the facts, and demonstrate the company's dedication to the process (10 minutes)
  • Balancing the need to get the facts, give the accused a fair opportunity to respond, and ensure confidentiality and considering attorney-client privilege issues (10 minutes)
  • Drafting investigation reports and recommendations (5 minutes)
  • Responding to and evaluating common challenges/curveballs that may arise in investigations, including in the virtual context (10 minutes) 

We encourage members to bring an associate or colleague that may be interested in joining the ACC Mid-America Chapter. The Association of Corporate Counsel offers numerous benefits and resources to in-house counsel including CLE offerings and networking opportunities and we look forward to sharing that information with others in the field.


Please click here to register by October 9, 2023
*Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska Continuing Legal Education Credits are pending.

ACC Mid-America Chapter and Spencer Fane

JOINTLY PRESENT

Under the Magnifying Glass: Cybersecurity Best Practices

Presented by: Stacy Harper, Partner

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

3:00PM - 6:00PM (CLE will be the first hour)

Location: Topgolf, 10611 Nall Ave, Overland Park, KS 66207
 

Program Description: 

The “reasonableness” of your organization’s cybersecurity practices is never more highly scrutinized than after a security incident. Take time with our cybersecurity legal team as they walk through a post-incident analysis of cybersecurity safeguards and recommended best practices. Using the lessons of other organizations, we will build a checklist of next steps to protect yours.

Topics include:

  • Identification and Segregation of Data (7 min)
  • Risk Assessment and Management (7 min)
  • Policies and Procedures (7 min)
  • Privacy Notice (6.5 min)
  • General Safeguards (6.5 min)
  • Access Control (6.5 min)
  • Training/Security Awareness Program (6.5 min)
  • Auditing and Monitoring (6.5 min)
  • Response Planning and Insurance (6.5 min)

 We encourage members to bring an associate or colleague that may be interested in joining the ACC Mid-America Chapter. The Association of Corporate Counsel offers numerous benefits and resources to in-house counsel including CLE offerings and networking opportunities and we look forward to sharing that information with others in the field.


Please click HERE to Register by September 8, 2023.

Space is limited to 30 participants, and please- register only if you are able to attend.
*Kansas, Nebraska and Missouri Continuing Legal Education Credits pending.

Trouble with the Link? Copy & paste this link into a new browser to register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6R7VSWD

ACC WI CLE Program and Networking Sponsored by Foley

Please save the date to join Foley and ACC-Wisconsin at Prost! in Madison for an afternoon of CLE, followed by an Oktoberfest reception with traditional Bavarian fare and beverages, festive music, and fun.

DATE: Thursday, September 21, 2023

TIME: 2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Prost! 401 E Washington Avenue Madison, WI 53703

AGENDA:
1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.    Arrival and Registration

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.    Restrictive Covenants in Employment   Agreements

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.    Ten Distribution Law Questions For In-House (And Outside) Counsel

4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.    Oktoberfest Networking Reception

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Join ACC St. Louis and Lewis Rice attorneys on Tuesday, October 10th for CLE program and happy hour at the Ritz Carlton.

Our speakers will discuss:

· Update on new and upcoming data privacy laws and what it means for businesses’ ongoing compliance efforts.

· Best practices for conducting an internal annual audit and updates to maintain compliance.

· Discussion of data maps and the critical role they play in an effective data privacy strategy.

Schedule:
4:30 - 5:00  CLE Check In, Networking and Speaker Introduction
5:00 - 6:00  Presentation
6:00 - 7:00  Reception

Location:
Ritz Carlton
The Plaza Room
100 Carondelet Plaza
Clayton, MO  63105

We look forward to seeing you IN-PERSON on Tuesday, October 10th!!

Dear {[C-FIRST NAME]},

Join ACC St. Louis to celebrate YOU, the ACC St. Louis Members, on Monday, September 18th in a private suite at the St. Louis Cardinals vs. Milwaukee Brewers game!   

Arrive an hour early for the 1.2 Hour Ethics CLE:      
     Staying Out of Trouble:  Protecting the Privilege in the Corporate World and Avoiding Digital Dangers with Douglas S. Laird, General Counsel, Polsinelli P.C.

We will enjoy food and beverages in a Private Suite throughout the game!

Schedule:

     4:30 - 5:00 CLE Check-in and Networking
     5:00 - 6:00 1.2 Hour Ethics CLE       
     6:00 - 6:45 Food & Beverages & Networking in Private Suite       
     6:45 - ????  Cardinals Baseball

Join us for whatever part of the event works for your schedule:      
     CLE Only     
     Baseball Only     
     CLE and Baseball Both!

Location:     
     Busch Stadium     
     700 Market Street     
     St. Louis, MO  63102     
     Validated parking for all attendees in the Peabody Building garage.

We look forward to seeing you at on Monday, September 18th!

Join ACC St. Louis and Evan Z. Reid with Lewis Rice for a 1-hour CLE on Managing Challenges and Litigation Risk from AI, Video, and Remote Work and Devices. 

Discussion will include:

- An update on emerging AI standards and regulation.

- Best practices for recording and retaining video and audio conferences.

- Dealing with employee personal devices: policies and litigation risks.

Schedule:
11:50 - 12:00 Zoom Line Open for check-in and speaker introduction
12:00 - 1:00 Presentation

We look forward to seeing you VIRTUALLY on September 20th!

Due to extreme weather in August it was not safe for the ACC St. Louis golf event to proceed. 

The ACC St. Louis Chapter is excited to host ACC In-house members and sponsors on Friday, October 13th at the Forest Park Golf Course for 18-holes of golf and lunch & prizes!

Schedule:
     7:30 - 8:00 - Check-in, putting green and networking. 
     8:00 - 1:00 - 18-Hole Scramble Golf
     1:00 - 2:00 - Lunch & Awards

The Chapter will pair teams together.

The Bridges Group has always been about bringing Members together to learn more about the differences and similarities between people.

 An inclusive society is a festival – the FESTIVAL OF NATIONS!   The Festival of Nations is a deliberate step towards building an inclusive society where all can thrive to their fullest potential.

A chance to wine and dine, a musical spectacle, tales from around the world, and a   showcase of the flourishing entrepreneurial spirit of this diverse community.  This is more than just a gathering; it’s an opportunity to engage in cultures other than one’s own, genuinely expand our horizons, and to enrich each person’s worldview in a meaningful way.       

Please bring yourself and/or your family and join the Diversity & Inclusion Bridges Group for an afternoon of global music, crafts, food and experiences at the Largest International Festival of Nations on Saturday, August 26th and Sunday, August 27th. We will provide “passports” to track   the events and booths you attend, with a prize for the individual/group who visits the most attractions.       

This event is free, but registration is essential.   Kindly RSVP for yourself and accompanying family members to ensure we're   well-prepared for your arrival.   

Date:  Saturday, Aug 26 and Sunday, Aug 27
Meet Up Time:  11:00 am
Location:  The Music Stand 

COMING SOON:  Link to the Digital Program and Map

Come and enjoy the music and culture alongside your In-House Colleagues and families!
 

PRELIMINARY AGENDA

 

10:00AM: Departure from  Vericast / Harland Clarke, 15955 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78256

 

 11:30-12:30PM: 290 Wine Castle, 101 Durango, Johnson City, TX 78636

 

1:45-2:45PM: Hye Meadow Winery, 10257 West, US-290, Hye, TX 78635

 

4:00PM: Return to Vericast / Harland Clarke, 15955 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78256 

 

We will have a board business planning session on a separate date- TBD.

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