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The Community Service Committee has partnered with the DC Advisory Committee for a volunteer trash cleanup to celebrate World Ocean Day hosted by the Anacostia Riverkeeper. 

Volunteers of all ages are welcome, including families and friends of ACC NCR members.  This event is rain or shine. All equipment is provided. Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and clothing that can get dirty and protect you from the brush. 

Please register via the link below so we know to expect you. Your registration confirmation will include a link to register directly with the organizer, Anacostia Riverkeeper, and sign the mandatory waiver.   

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.

Have questions about ACC NCR, its activities, or how it operates?  Join Vice President of Member Engagement Ilona Levine, Vice President of Professional Advancement and Community Engagement Anji Stinson, and President-Elect Kathi Westcott for a virtual meet-up to hear about what the chapter is up to and ask questions.  The scope and substance will be driven by the attendees.  The Board members attending will be announced shortly. Come for a few minutes or the entire hour.

Duluth area members, ACC Georgia Board President Anne Kamosso invites you to join her for breakfast at Just Brunch Breakfast Bar on Wednesday, May 29. There’s no agenda except to get to know some of your local members and have some fun.

We’re capping attendance at 10 to keep the small group vibe.  Attendees’ breakfast is on the Chapter, but you must register in advance below. See you on May 29!

While we understand that some "no shows" are unavoidable, if you need to cancel, we ask for 48 hours’ notice to georgia@accglobal.com.

Hey, don’t stop reading yet!  Are you interested in speaking at a 2024 ACC Georgia Chapter event?  We’re always looking to highlight our members’ viewpoints and expertise, so let us hear from you!  Email georgia@accglobal.com your name, title, employer, email address, and the topic areas you like to talk about, and we’ll add you to our ever-growing list!

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Registration

Session 1 - 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
"That Went Fast – 2024 Midyear Employment Law Update"
Presented by Fisher Phillips

This panel will discuss some of the major employment law updates so far in 2024, including new DOL independent contractor and overtime rules, the status of the FTC ban on non-compete agreements, new OSHA rules, and key state and local trends, including pay transparency, hairstyle equity, bans on “captive audience meetings” and pay data reporting.

Speakers:

• Samantha Sherwood Bononno, Partner, Fisher Phillips
• Shannon Young, Esq., Associate General Counsel, Employment & Benefits, Accession Risk Management Group

Session 2 - 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
"The Best Defense Is a Good Defense - How to Structure Your Company Safety Program to Preserve Defenses to OSHA Citations"
Presented by Saul Ewing LLP

Critical to asserting defenses to an OSHA citation, employers need a well-developed safety program that has in place the proper policies, training, monitoring, and record keeping. In this program, participants will receive an overview of the citation process, learn about effective defenses and the safety program measures vital to each, and hone their understanding by responding to hypothetical problems.

Speakers:

• Michael Metz-Topodas, Partner, Saul Ewing LLP
• Rebecca Reist, Associate, Saul Ewing LLP
• Marna Salimena, Deputy General Counsel, Comcast Cable

12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Luncheon

Session 3 - 1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
"The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: The Maze of Final Regulations and State and Local Laws "
Presented by Ogletree Deakins

With the June 2023 enactment of the PWFA and the regulations that followed, Congress and the EEOC have emphasized the critical importance of developing, implementing, and applying compliant approaches to pregnancy, childbirth, and related accommodation needs. Beyond the PWFA, numerous states and localities have similar pregnancy-related accommodation requirements. In this session, the speakers will examine employer obligations under the PWFA and explore strategies for compliance.

Speakers:

• Donald Gamburg, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins
• Wayne Pinkstone, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins
• Amanda Wickstrom, Senior Legal Counsel, Labor & Employment, IKEA North America Services, LLC

Session 4 - 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
"The Latest in Labor: Everything You Need to Know About the NLRB But Wish You Didn’t" Presented by Cozen O'Connor

The NLRB has been active as of late, with considerable developments and significant decisions that have implications for employers and the labor landscape in general. In this ever-evolving world of labor law, it is imperative that in-house counsel stay on top of the latest NLRB developments and stats, including the number of petitions being filed, union v. employer win rates, and the number of ULPs being filed. The panel will also discuss the Cemex decision, its effect on election procedures and timelines, and the status of recent Board rulemaking regarding independent contractors, joint employers, and handbook policies. They will also cover remedies under the NLRA and the definition of protected concerted activity. Additionally, the panel will look at the future labor landscape and how upcoming events could impact employers. The speakers will cover potential changes due to the upcoming presidential election, increased court scrutiny as to the level of deference to be afforded to the NLRB, and challenges to the constitutionality of the NLRB.

Speaker:

• Kelly Kindig, Member, Cozen O’Connor
• Anna Will, Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment, Temple University Health System

AGENDA

8:45 a.m.   
Registration/Breakfast

9:10 a.m.
Welcome/Opening Remarks
Meganne Thaxton, President, CO-ACC
Mike O’Callaghan, Columbus Office Managing Partner, Shumaker 

9:15—10:15 a.m.                 

Panel One: Panel One: The Chevron Shake-Up

For the past 40 years, federal courts have applied the “Chevron Doctrine” to show deference to administrative agencies when interpreting ambiguous statutes that those agencies enforce. However, this year the U.S. Supreme Court will determine two cases that ask the Court to overrule Chevron. This panel will explain these cases and discuss how a changing legal landscape could impact regulated businesses and other organizations.
Moderator: Larry Obhof, Partner, Shumaker
Panelists: Tony Long, General Counsel, Ohio Chamber; Michael Snyder, Partner, Shumaker; and Louis Tosi, Partner, Shumaker

10:15 a.m.
Break

10:30—11:30 a.m.

Panel Two: College Athletics in Transition from NIL to Transformation
We will examine the forces and legal issues that are creating change in collegiate athletics—the second largest sports business in the U.S. Featuring a panel of experienced attorneys and accomplished professionals, this session will explore the legal decisions, including O'Bannon v. NCAA, NCAA v. Alston, and Ohio v. NCAA, that are reshaping this field from a range of perspectives. The panel will also discuss the opportunities that this dramatic change has created for corporations and individuals to engage in NIL with college athletes and answer the questions in-house and corporate counsel may have about getting involved the right way.

Panelists: Kevin McGuff, Head Coach, The Ohio State University Women's Basketball Program; Julia Cromer Peoples, Director of Athletics, Ohio University; and Bennett Speyer, Partner, Shumaker

11:30 a.m.
Lunch/Memorial Golf Tournament
Program seating capacity is 55. There are 40 tickets available to the Tournament, first-come, first served.

ATTENTION TOURNAMENT ATTENDEES:
This year, all Memorial tickets will be electronic, with your phone serving as your pass. Consequently, we'll need to electronically transfer your ticket to you. To facilitate this process, you'll require a Ticket Master account. Upon registration, kindly furnish us with your first name, last name, and the email address associated with your Ticket Master account.

PLEASE NOTE: As a courtesy, we urge you to request a ticket only if you're certain you can attend.  

REGISTRATION FEES
$25/members and $45/non-members

CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations must be received by Monday, June 3, 2024. There are no refunds after this date.

QUESTIONS?
For questions, please contact centalohio@accglobal.com.

LOCATION
The Country Club at Muirfield Village
8715 Muirfield Drive
Dublin, OH 43017

CLE
This course is pending approval by the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education for 2.0 total CLE hours instruction.

DISCLOSURES
Our programs and events are made possible by the support of our sponsors and partners, and we will share your Name, Company and Email information with the program sponsor(s) for the purpose of allowing them to follow up on the content presented during the program and to provide you with information about their products and services.  If you do not wish to have the Chapter share your information with the program sponsor, you will not be able to register for or attend the program. 

Our law firm-sponsored events are open to CO-ACC members, prospective CO-ACC members, and guests of the sponsoring firm. Membership ineligibility includes attorneys presently working in law firms. ACC membership is open to individuals who are engaged in the active practice of law employed by organizations in either the private or public sector, do not have regulatory, enforcement or policymaking responsibilities nor work in an institution with such authority, and do not hold themselves out to the public for the practice of law.

Impact of No-Shows: No-shows disrupt the program's dynamics, prevent other participants from benefiting fully, and may result in wasted resources. Additionally, they hinder our ability to accurately plan and manage future events. If for any reason you’re unable to attend, we kindly ask that you inform us at least 48 hours in advance. This allows us to adjust our arrangements accordingly and offer your spot to another participant.

Join Troutman Sanders and fellow representatives from the Lex Mundi network of independent law firms as they discuss the use and impact of AI in the delivery of legal services across the globe.

GCs and CLOs are invited to join us for our next GC/CLO Lunch Club at Davio's King of Prussia.   This discussion will focus on how to navigate office “politics” in the year 2024 with an upcoming presidential election and major geopolitical events.  Additionally, some companies have political action committees “PAC” that have “voluntary” fees – what are your views? Come prepared to participate in the group discussion!

There is no charge for GC/CLO chapter members to attend this luncheon, but pre-registration is required.

Join ACC South Florida for its 14th Annual CLE Conference, "Jurassic Justice: Navigating the Legal Landscape in the Corporate World," to be held on Thursday, September 12, 2024. This conference is being hosted at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL.

The CLE Conference features:

• Up to 6 hours of CLE credit* with three tracks of programming to ensure seminars of interest to all ACC South Florida members;
• Keynote luncheon and seminar with Ethics CLE credit;
• Early bird pricing ends August 9.

Registration closes August 22.

*CLE credit pending with the Florida Bar.

Guests and non-members must be in-house counsel.

A room block at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is not available for this event. We apologize for any inconvenience.