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Every new year brings changes, and 2025 has brought more than the usual with several new Maryland employment laws and a change in administration at the federal level. In this program, our panel will discuss updates under Maryland law that employers need to know about, as well as several of the Executive Orders and new enforcement priorities of the Trump Administration. This panel will address the practical implications of these new actions and focus on steps employers can and should take now to stay ahead of the rapidly-shifting landscape.
Speakers: Jack Blum, Shareholder, Caitlyn Stollings, Associate; Polsinelli PC, along with an in-house panelist.
As we all know, there is always something raised in contract negotiations that you have never thought of before. And, who has not negotiated limitations of liability and indemnity provisions and wished for better strategies. Brian Meltzer will do a deep dive into material terms such as these and the best way to effectively draft and negotiate them.
Join Kelley Drye and the Women & Gender Group of ACC-NYC for an evening with Kathryn Sollmann, career coach and author ofThe 4 Jobs Club: How Smart Women Care for It All—Kids, Aging Parents, Home & Career, as she shares strategies to help women thrive in the four big jobs they often juggle: career, family, home life, and personal well-being. Drawing from her interviews with over 50 highly successful women, Kathryn will offer simple yet transformative insights on achieving long-term success without losing yourself along the way.
This event is focused on growth, networking, and actionable career advice. Enjoy light bites, cocktails, and meaningful conversations with fellow professionals.
Join ACC NCR Community Service and Maryland Advisory Committee for an extraordinary volunteer opportunity at Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary, a beautiful 400-acre refuge in Poolesville, Maryland, that provides lifelong care for over 200 rescued farm animals, including cows, horses, pigs, goats, sheep, chickens, and turkeys.
This special event includes a guided tour where you'll meet the animals and learn their stories, followed by hands-on volunteer activities. Tasks will vary from active, strength-based work to lighter, low-impact options. Families are welcome—children must be ages 16+ to participate, and students can earn community service credit.
We will provide delicious snacks for participants. To respect the sanctuary’s mission, we kindly ask that any food brought be vegan.
Please note: The sanctuary has unpaved paths, so wear clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Attendance will be capped due to the size of the sanctuary. We ask that all participants donate $10 directly to the Sanctuary to participate. Information on how to do this is included when you register. All donations are non-refundable, but will be applied if the event is rescheduled.
Before registering, please check out Poplar Spring's website for more information about the farm and what to expect when you visit.
By registering for this ACC NCR event, you acknowledge that you have read ACC NCR’s Code of Conduct for Events and agree to comply with its terms.
This program will cover up-to-the minute developments in the export controls landscape, one of the linchpins of the Trump Administration’s national security strategy and “America First” trade policy. This will include the latest regarding semiconductor export controls, controls relating to emerging technologies, China-focused restrictions, anticipated Russia-related developments, ramped-up government enforcement, and best practices in an ever-changing environment.
Speakers: Anthony Rapa, Partner & Co-Chair, International Trade, Blank Rome LLP; Justin A. Chiarodo, Partner & Co-Chair, Government Contracts, Blank Rome LLP and Sol Brody, Vice President, International Trade Licensing & Sanctions at BAE Systems, Inc.
Join ACC Central Florida and Ogletree Deakins for a CLE Lunch & Learn event: Executive Orders, Defunded Agencies, NRLB Opinions, DOJ actions, etc. – How the Flurry of Executive Actions Affect the Employment Law Landscape.
Presented by Iggy Garcia of Ogletree Deakins, this 1.5 hour CLE will give the latest updates on how the presidential executive orders, NLRB opinions, Department of Justice priorities and more have affected the employment law landscape and what employers should watch out for.
Join your peers for a fun evening of Trivia!! We had a great time at the last Trivia event and look forward to seeing many of you for this one! Food and beverages will be compliments of the ACC Central Pennsylvania Chapter.
Please click below to RSVP so that we have a head count to hold enough seats. We hope to see you there!
Please join us for a micro-networking lunch hosted by our Greater Virginia Advisory Committee. Come learn more about the committee or just come to socialize and enjoy lunch with other ACC NCR members in the area.
Attendance will be capped to ensure good conversation. Please check your schedule before registering as hosts will be expecting you!
Attendees will pay for their own meals. Please bring cash to make it easier for the servers.
Join ACC Michigan and Bush Seyferth as we come together for a panel discussion on, Navigating High-Stakes Litigation: Lessons, Settlements, and Strategic Defense
3:00-5:30
Cocktail hour to follow