2022 CLM Focus: November
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Session 1 - Cyber - The Threat is Real- Managing the Cyber Risks of Third-Party Vendors Download Session 1 - Environmental & Toxic Tort - PFAS Forecast- New Regulations, New Liabilities Download Session 1 - Subrogation - Avoiding the Hammer- Subrogation and Contractual Risk Transfer in Construction Claims Download Session 2 - Cannabis - D&O Coverage and the Cannabis Industry Risk, Growth, and Everything in Between Download Session 2 - Property - The Truth Will Set You Free Navigating Insured Misrepresentations Download Session 3 - Cyber - A Deep Dive into the Evolution of Cyber Insurance and How it Prepared us for the Current Environment Download Session 3 - Environmental & Toxic Tort - What's Your Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) IQ Score Download Session 3 - Subrogation - Nuclear Negotiations Made Super Simple for Subrogation Cases Download Session 4 - Cannabis - The Hurdles of Cannabis-Related Claims and Subrogation Download Session 4 - Property - Too Little, Too Late: Late Notice Claims + Hurricanes Download Session 5 - Emerging Claims Technology - Artificial Intelligence and the IOT Gone Rogue- A Cautionary Tale Download Session 5 - Property - Put Your Roofing Skills to the Test Download Session 6 - Cyber - There’s Been a Breach! Now What Download - Tracks
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Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Cannabis - DandO Coverage and the Cannabis Industry: Risk, Growth, and Everything in Between
The cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing markets in the United States. The legalization of marijuana has expanded to two-thirds of states while cannabis remains an illegal Schedule I substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act, making it murky waters to wade into, especially in the insurance industry. Still, this emerging market has brought new capital into the marketplace, with many executives demanding Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance to be in place. The panel will help you navigate these waters, exploring the types of claims commonly brought against top executives in the cannabis industry and the specific D&O risks facing cannabis companies, discuss the D&O market in relation to the industry, review trends in D&O claims, and look at cannabis reforms and their potential to impact the future of D&O claims and coverage in the cannabis industry.
The cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing markets in the United States. The legalization of marijuana has expanded to two-thirds of states while cannabis remains an illegal Schedule I substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act, making it murky waters to wade into, especially in the insurance industry. Still, this emerging market has brought new capital into the marketplace, with many executives demanding Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance to be in place. The panel will help you navigate these waters, exploring the types of claims commonly brought against top executives in the cannabis industry and the specific D&O risks facing cannabis companies, discuss the D&O market in relation to the industry, review trends in D&O claims, and look at cannabis reforms and their potential to impact the future of D&O claims and coverage in the cannabis industry.
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Cannabis - The Hurdles of Cannabis-Related Claims and Subrogation
The expansion of cannabis legalization across the United States will continue to keep it has a hot topic in many arenas – including in the insurance industry as we consider how to cover the emerging market, especially in claims and subrogation. This panel of experts will discuss the legalization of marijuana, legal and illegal grow operations and their associated requirements, and hazards, common incident causations, and the potentials for litigation.
The expansion of cannabis legalization across the United States will continue to keep it has a hot topic in many arenas – including in the insurance industry as we consider how to cover the emerging market, especially in claims and subrogation. This panel of experts will discuss the legalization of marijuana, legal and illegal grow operations and their associated requirements, and hazards, common incident causations, and the potentials for litigation.
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Cyber - The Threat is Real: Managing the Cyber Risks of Third-Party Vendors
When it comes to cybersecurity risk assessment and management, there is more to consider than what might initially come to mind when reviewing an insured’s third-party vendors. Beyond the obvious risks related to potential cloud-computing or IT vendor breaches, there are risks to be considered from third-party vendors who regularly do business with an insured but play no role in information security. Panelists will examine how insurers can assess cyber risks presented from all the insureds’ third-party vendors, address how insureds can establish contribution/indemnification from third-party vendors by properly negotiating their contracts, discuss how insureds who are the subject of litigation can seek contribution from third-party vendors if there are limitations of damages or liquidated damages clauses, and touch upon potential subrogation opportunities and strategies.
When it comes to cybersecurity risk assessment and management, there is more to consider than what might initially come to mind when reviewing an insured’s third-party vendors. Beyond the obvious risks related to potential cloud-computing or IT vendor breaches, there are risks to be considered from third-party vendors who regularly do business with an insured but play no role in information security. Panelists will examine how insurers can assess cyber risks presented from all the insureds’ third-party vendors, address how insureds can establish contribution/indemnification from third-party vendors by properly negotiating their contracts, discuss how insureds who are the subject of litigation can seek contribution from third-party vendors if there are limitations of damages or liquidated damages clauses, and touch upon potential subrogation opportunities and strategies.
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Cyber - A Deep Dive into the Evolution of Cyber Insurance and How it Prepared us for the Current Environment
Historically, privacy and cybersecurity programs have been extremely difficult to garner budget for, buy-in from stakeholders, and overall recognition across all industry sectors but the state of today’s cyber insurance market has changed all that. Panelists will focus on the recent evolution of the insurance market, the role insurance plays in incident response, its impact on cybersecurity and privacy risk management, how the threat to the environment is driving adherence to best practices and standards, and how the push for cyber governance is propelling all organizations towards better privacy and cybersecurity control frameworks
Historically, privacy and cybersecurity programs have been extremely difficult to garner budget for, buy-in from stakeholders, and overall recognition across all industry sectors but the state of today’s cyber insurance market has changed all that. Panelists will focus on the recent evolution of the insurance market, the role insurance plays in incident response, its impact on cybersecurity and privacy risk management, how the threat to the environment is driving adherence to best practices and standards, and how the push for cyber governance is propelling all organizations towards better privacy and cybersecurity control frameworks
Cyber - There’s Been a Breach! Now What?
There is a powerful partnership between the three entities who form the support structure for an insured that suffers a cybersecurity incident: Insurance Claims, the Breach Coach Attorney, and the Incident Response Provider. While each entity knows their part, there is a great benefit to understanding the process more holistically and seeing how the entities relate and where their tasks intersect.
From claim initialization through investigation and finally arriving at a full recovery, there are many complicated tasks that the insurance, legal, and cyber experts must complete. In this panel, experts from these industries will speak about their roles and responsibilities. The discussion will conclude with three case studies, which are based on real cybersecurity incidents. The panelists will each outline their actions and describe the unique challenges presented by the different incidents.
Key Takeaways for Clients:
There is a powerful partnership between the three entities who form the support structure for an insured that suffers a cybersecurity incident: Insurance Claims, the Breach Coach Attorney, and the Incident Response Provider. While each entity knows their part, there is a great benefit to understanding the process more holistically and seeing how the entities relate and where their tasks intersect.
From claim initialization through investigation and finally arriving at a full recovery, there are many complicated tasks that the insurance, legal, and cyber experts must complete. In this panel, experts from these industries will speak about their roles and responsibilities. The discussion will conclude with three case studies, which are based on real cybersecurity incidents. The panelists will each outline their actions and describe the unique challenges presented by the different incidents.
Key Takeaways for Clients:
- Know who your contact is at your broker, agent or carrier for handling cyber claims
- Have a thorough understanding of the breach response services available to you from your insurer – or their claims administrator
- Cyber claims handlers should be experts in understanding first- and third-party policy coverages, and have a deep understanding of the issues related cyber breach response. Do some due diligence on your insurer’s expertise
- Look for an insurer who has expertise in handling risk in the industry or profession you’re in
- Pick an insurer who has experience working with organizations as big or small as yours
- In the event of a cyber incident, notify all your insurance providers. You may be covered by more than just your standalone cyber policy
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Emerging Claims Technology - The Exponential Claims Skillset
Infusing technology into the claims handling process will never eliminate human involvement. Leveling the balance between the utilization of tools that will allow claims to be settled faster, more accurately, and a lower cost with the emerging skills that will be required of claims professionals in this brave new world still remain a challenge. In this session Michael Cline, Managing Director at Deloitte, will discuss some of these trasformational challenges and solutions to upskill teams and embrace this technological evolution to produce better quality organizational and customer outcomes.
Infusing technology into the claims handling process will never eliminate human involvement. Leveling the balance between the utilization of tools that will allow claims to be settled faster, more accurately, and a lower cost with the emerging skills that will be required of claims professionals in this brave new world still remain a challenge. In this session Michael Cline, Managing Director at Deloitte, will discuss some of these trasformational challenges and solutions to upskill teams and embrace this technological evolution to produce better quality organizational and customer outcomes.
Emerging Claims Technology - Leveraging People, Process, Data and Technology – A Fireside Chat
Finding the best talent is no easy task these days. In this post-pandemic talent crunch, insurers are finding themselves scouting for new talent across a variety of industries. Legacy companies are pushed to optimize processes and modernize systems in an ocean of new tech and data sources. Attend this session to gain insight into how companies can recruit and retain the best talent and offer the optimal mix of digitization to deliver frictionless claim service.
Finding the best talent is no easy task these days. In this post-pandemic talent crunch, insurers are finding themselves scouting for new talent across a variety of industries. Legacy companies are pushed to optimize processes and modernize systems in an ocean of new tech and data sources. Attend this session to gain insight into how companies can recruit and retain the best talent and offer the optimal mix of digitization to deliver frictionless claim service.
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Emerging Claims Technology - A Universal Data Set for a More Transparent Claims Future
The insurance industry has become a data-rich environment, but the data is largely siloed among each individual carrier, firm, and claim. To become an invaluable resource in driving efficiency across all parties involved in resolving a claim, data needs to be universally accessible. This diverse panel of technology, claims, and legal experts will help answer how emerging technology can help create a single source of truth for claims data. Together we'll evaluate how we can build a more outcome-oriented future for insurance when we break down silos across carriers and firms.
The insurance industry has become a data-rich environment, but the data is largely siloed among each individual carrier, firm, and claim. To become an invaluable resource in driving efficiency across all parties involved in resolving a claim, data needs to be universally accessible. This diverse panel of technology, claims, and legal experts will help answer how emerging technology can help create a single source of truth for claims data. Together we'll evaluate how we can build a more outcome-oriented future for insurance when we break down silos across carriers and firms.
Emerging Claims Technology - How Will Blockchain Change Claims?
Blockchain technology, with its immutability and high level of resistance to potential network attacks, offers significant benefits across a wide range of use cases for claims. The real challenge comes in deciding where and how to deploy this emerging technology. It is also important to ensure applying blockchain technology to claims drives quantifiable near-term results for operations teams and policyholders alike. This session will address blockchain-related questions, like:
- How can you determine the optimal areas to leverage blockchain?
- Is it better to build your own blockchain applications or work with partners?
- How is blockchain being used by insurers today?
- What benefits are they realizing and how is success measured
Blockchain technology, with its immutability and high level of resistance to potential network attacks, offers significant benefits across a wide range of use cases for claims. The real challenge comes in deciding where and how to deploy this emerging technology. It is also important to ensure applying blockchain technology to claims drives quantifiable near-term results for operations teams and policyholders alike. This session will address blockchain-related questions, like:
- How can you determine the optimal areas to leverage blockchain?
- Is it better to build your own blockchain applications or work with partners?
- How is blockchain being used by insurers today?
- What benefits are they realizing and how is success measured
Emerging Claims Technology - Artificial Intelligence and the IOT Gone Rogue: A Cautionary Tale
For all the good technology brings to our world and to the business of insurance, the adoption of disruptive technologies introduces new and unanticipated risks. Artificial Intelligence (AI) left to run unchecked can represent major and even existential risks to insureds and Internet of Things (IoT) devices can wreak havoc and create unexpected liability exposures. Claims professionals can expect to see claims ranging from property damage and business interruption due to threat actors taking down the grid, to discrimination claims stemming from software developer’s own unchecked biases being baked into AI programs, to wrongful death and catastrophic injury claims. Looking at recent real-world examples, our expert panelists will discuss the emerging risks associated with AI and IoT gone rogue and how to best prepare to handle these claims.
For all the good technology brings to our world and to the business of insurance, the adoption of disruptive technologies introduces new and unanticipated risks. Artificial Intelligence (AI) left to run unchecked can represent major and even existential risks to insureds and Internet of Things (IoT) devices can wreak havoc and create unexpected liability exposures. Claims professionals can expect to see claims ranging from property damage and business interruption due to threat actors taking down the grid, to discrimination claims stemming from software developer’s own unchecked biases being baked into AI programs, to wrongful death and catastrophic injury claims. Looking at recent real-world examples, our expert panelists will discuss the emerging risks associated with AI and IoT gone rogue and how to best prepare to handle these claims.
Emerging Claims Technology - Everyone Needs to Speak Data
Data is changing how we live, play, and work. According to a recent McKinsey Global Institute report, as many as 375 million workers, about 14% of the global workforce, may need to switch occupational categories by 2030 as digitalization, automation, and advancement in artificial intelligence disrupt the world of work. And this projection holds true for the insurance world. In this session, technology expert and Senior Director of Claims Analytics, Marta Magnuszewska, will discuss how data decision engineering keeps rapidly evolving and demanding that every one of us speak data - and how organizations must respond with robust data-literacy programs to help teams learn the language and apply decisions to generate positive outcomes.
Data is changing how we live, play, and work. According to a recent McKinsey Global Institute report, as many as 375 million workers, about 14% of the global workforce, may need to switch occupational categories by 2030 as digitalization, automation, and advancement in artificial intelligence disrupt the world of work. And this projection holds true for the insurance world. In this session, technology expert and Senior Director of Claims Analytics, Marta Magnuszewska, will discuss how data decision engineering keeps rapidly evolving and demanding that every one of us speak data - and how organizations must respond with robust data-literacy programs to help teams learn the language and apply decisions to generate positive outcomes.
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Environmental and Toxic Tort - PFAS Forecast: New Regulations, New Liabilities
PFAS are in more products than you realize. From construction materials, food packaging, and kitchen appliances, the use of PFAS is widespread. Stemming from recent health studies that indicate PFAS compounds are carcinogenic, and that widespread contamination exists, state and federal governments have ramped up efforts to regulate PFAS pollution.Panelists will discuss the new PFAS-related regulations and the resulting new – and sometimes unexpected – liabilities and claims for businesses who use and dispose of products containing PFAS.
PFAS are in more products than you realize. From construction materials, food packaging, and kitchen appliances, the use of PFAS is widespread. Stemming from recent health studies that indicate PFAS compounds are carcinogenic, and that widespread contamination exists, state and federal governments have ramped up efforts to regulate PFAS pollution.Panelists will discuss the new PFAS-related regulations and the resulting new – and sometimes unexpected – liabilities and claims for businesses who use and dispose of products containing PFAS.
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Environmental and Toxic Tort - What’s Your Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) IQ Score?
Join this session for a lively discussion on the ins-and-outs of ESG, its significance to the industry, and how insurers and reinsurers are grappling with many thorny issues related to ESG. You’ll leave the session with an increase in your ESG IQ and prepared to be tested by it in the future. Panelists will discuss exposures and coverage issues posed by ongoing climate change litigation, D&O claims arising from missteps on diversity and inclusion, an increase in activist and investor greenwashing claims against companies for overstating their sustainability efforts, and fall out from sports-washing attempts to improve tarnished reputations.
Join this session for a lively discussion on the ins-and-outs of ESG, its significance to the industry, and how insurers and reinsurers are grappling with many thorny issues related to ESG. You’ll leave the session with an increase in your ESG IQ and prepared to be tested by it in the future. Panelists will discuss exposures and coverage issues posed by ongoing climate change litigation, D&O claims arising from missteps on diversity and inclusion, an increase in activist and investor greenwashing claims against companies for overstating their sustainability efforts, and fall out from sports-washing attempts to improve tarnished reputations.
Environmental and Toxic Tort - Contamination Examination: Groundwater and Soil Contamination Claims
Though we all have a general understanding that groundwater and soil contamination is bad, unless you are environmental expert, you could probably stand to learn more about the subject, especially how it relates to the insurance industry and environmental emergency claims.Panelists will discuss the general types of contamination and their related issues, highlight the unique issues related to statutory and regulatory concerns and possible issues related to policy language, explore the environmental impact of contaminates and the migration of contaminates with various types of soil and subsurface, present remediation methods, and review legal issues arising from soil and groundwater contamination.
Though we all have a general understanding that groundwater and soil contamination is bad, unless you are environmental expert, you could probably stand to learn more about the subject, especially how it relates to the insurance industry and environmental emergency claims.Panelists will discuss the general types of contamination and their related issues, highlight the unique issues related to statutory and regulatory concerns and possible issues related to policy language, explore the environmental impact of contaminates and the migration of contaminates with various types of soil and subsurface, present remediation methods, and review legal issues arising from soil and groundwater contamination.
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Property - The Truth Will Set You Free: Navigating Insured Misrepresentations
Whether deliberate or accidental, misrepresentations by insureds can lead to headaches we’d all rather avoid. Is it possible to sidestep these potential landmines and be free of the troubles they can cause? What does it take to get down to the truth? This panel will look at the common issues related to insured misrepresentations in applications for property insurance, as well as during the claims handling process. It also will discuss different jurisdictions' definitions of material misrepresentations, standards and pitfalls to avoid in rescinding the policy, issues and tips in investigating misrepresentations through sworn statements of loss, examinations under oath, and appraisals, and third-party related issues.
Whether deliberate or accidental, misrepresentations by insureds can lead to headaches we’d all rather avoid. Is it possible to sidestep these potential landmines and be free of the troubles they can cause? What does it take to get down to the truth? This panel will look at the common issues related to insured misrepresentations in applications for property insurance, as well as during the claims handling process. It also will discuss different jurisdictions' definitions of material misrepresentations, standards and pitfalls to avoid in rescinding the policy, issues and tips in investigating misrepresentations through sworn statements of loss, examinations under oath, and appraisals, and third-party related issues.
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Property - Too Little, Too Late: Late Notice Claims + Hurricanes
In the ideal world, claims are reported promptly after the storm event, allowing an investigation to obtain the best available evidence of any property damage caused by the storm. But we live in reality and sometimes claims are reported significantly after the event, limiting the amount of information that can be reasonably obtained. This panel will walk through some proven strategies to effectively address hurricane-related late notice claims, including the critical component of when the insured knew of the damage or should have reasonably known of the damage.
In the ideal world, claims are reported promptly after the storm event, allowing an investigation to obtain the best available evidence of any property damage caused by the storm. But we live in reality and sometimes claims are reported significantly after the event, limiting the amount of information that can be reasonably obtained. This panel will walk through some proven strategies to effectively address hurricane-related late notice claims, including the critical component of when the insured knew of the damage or should have reasonably known of the damage.
Property - Put Your Roofing Skills to the Test
Think you have the chops to tell the difference between hail damage or a manufacturing defect? Join us in this interactive workshop where you can explore and test your knowledge firsthand on hail damage, mechanical damage, and blisters on asphalt roofing shingles. Some of the results might surprise you. To help boost your skills, we also will have samples of asphalt shingles that have undergone a desaturation test so that you can observe and feel the mat fractures and related damage. We will take a deeper dive into what a desaturation test can and cannot tell us and discuss the legal and claims aspects of when testing could be beneficial.
Think you have the chops to tell the difference between hail damage or a manufacturing defect? Join us in this interactive workshop where you can explore and test your knowledge firsthand on hail damage, mechanical damage, and blisters on asphalt roofing shingles. Some of the results might surprise you. To help boost your skills, we also will have samples of asphalt shingles that have undergone a desaturation test so that you can observe and feel the mat fractures and related damage. We will take a deeper dive into what a desaturation test can and cannot tell us and discuss the legal and claims aspects of when testing could be beneficial.
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Subrogation - Avoiding the Hammer: Subrogation and Contractual Risk Transfer in Construction Claims
One of the first questions that claims professionals need to answer with any construction claim is: What is the exposure? Answering this question is critical to determining whether a vigorous defense is warranted or if a quick settlement is the best course of action. This question requires an exhaustive look at the coverage of all involved parties and evaluation of the allegations by claims professionals, legal counsel, and forensic experts must be performed with a clear consideration of the potential liability and options for subrogation given any contractual limitations. Through examination of real-world examples, this panel will explore the challenges and opportunities that a claims team faces when evaluating construction claims and discuss best practices for determining the extent of liability and opportunities for transferring risk.
One of the first questions that claims professionals need to answer with any construction claim is: What is the exposure? Answering this question is critical to determining whether a vigorous defense is warranted or if a quick settlement is the best course of action. This question requires an exhaustive look at the coverage of all involved parties and evaluation of the allegations by claims professionals, legal counsel, and forensic experts must be performed with a clear consideration of the potential liability and options for subrogation given any contractual limitations. Through examination of real-world examples, this panel will explore the challenges and opportunities that a claims team faces when evaluating construction claims and discuss best practices for determining the extent of liability and opportunities for transferring risk.
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Subrogation - Nuclear Negotiations Made Super Simple for Subrogation Cases
More than 95% of lawsuits settle prior to trial. Imagine how many more cases settle prior to suit. What if you could turn imagination into reality and avoid the cost of trial altogether? Learn how to resolve a claim using the tips and tricks presented in this session and gain insight into resolving subrogation cases before the expense of trial.
More than 95% of lawsuits settle prior to trial. Imagine how many more cases settle prior to suit. What if you could turn imagination into reality and avoid the cost of trial altogether? Learn how to resolve a claim using the tips and tricks presented in this session and gain insight into resolving subrogation cases before the expense of trial.
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Women's Forum - The Rewards of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (First Half)
This game-changing session is so packed with critical insights and inspiring speakers, that we had to extend it to a two-hours! For too long, persons of color and women leaders of all backgrounds have led the cause for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging with limited success. For exponential change to take place, the efforts must be integrated with male leaders. GOODGuys™ (Guys Overcoming Obstacles to Diversity) is a program created by the National Conference of Women’s Bar Associations to integrate DEIB efforts with male leaders. In this session, volunteer members of the GOODGuys will explain why they care about DEIB and they challenges they face championing it, as well as what's working, what's not, and how other males leaders can successully lead the charge in their organizations.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a two-hour session. Be sure to register for Part One and Part Two to attend the full presentation and discussion.
For more information on the GoodGuys, please visit goodguysinlaw.com
This game-changing session is so packed with critical insights and inspiring speakers, that we had to extend it to a two-hours! For too long, persons of color and women leaders of all backgrounds have led the cause for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging with limited success. For exponential change to take place, the efforts must be integrated with male leaders. GOODGuys™ (Guys Overcoming Obstacles to Diversity) is a program created by the National Conference of Women’s Bar Associations to integrate DEIB efforts with male leaders. In this session, volunteer members of the GOODGuys will explain why they care about DEIB and they challenges they face championing it, as well as what's working, what's not, and how other males leaders can successully lead the charge in their organizations.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a two-hour session. Be sure to register for Part One and Part Two to attend the full presentation and discussion.
For more information on the GoodGuys, please visit goodguysinlaw.com
Women's Forum - The Rewards of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (Second Half)
This game-changing session is so packed with critical insights and inspiring speakers, that we had to extend it to a two-hours! For too long, persons of color and women leaders of all backgrounds have led the cause for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging with limited success. For exponential change to take place, the efforts must be integrated with male leaders. GOODGuys™ (Guys Overcoming Obstacles to Diversity) is a program created by the National Conference of Women’s Bar Associations to integrate DEIB efforts with male leaders. In this session, volunteer members of the GOODGuys will explain why they care about DEIB and they challenges they face championing it, as well as what's working, what's not, and how other males leaders can successully lead the charge in their organizations.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a two-hour session. Be sure to register for Part One and Part Two to attend the full presentation and discussion.
For more information on the GoodGuys, please visit goodguysinlaw.com
This game-changing session is so packed with critical insights and inspiring speakers, that we had to extend it to a two-hours! For too long, persons of color and women leaders of all backgrounds have led the cause for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging with limited success. For exponential change to take place, the efforts must be integrated with male leaders. GOODGuys™ (Guys Overcoming Obstacles to Diversity) is a program created by the National Conference of Women’s Bar Associations to integrate DEIB efforts with male leaders. In this session, volunteer members of the GOODGuys will explain why they care about DEIB and they challenges they face championing it, as well as what's working, what's not, and how other males leaders can successully lead the charge in their organizations.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a two-hour session. Be sure to register for Part One and Part Two to attend the full presentation and discussion.
For more information on the GoodGuys, please visit goodguysinlaw.com
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Women's Forum - Keynote: Harnessing Authenticity, Confidence, and Decisiveness to Redefine Your Executive Presence
Executive presence is the embodiment of confident, empowered leadership - it is easy to identify but hard to quantify. We know it when we see it, but how do we get there? How we show up physically and emotionally informs how we behave and how others inside and outside an organization receive us. Together we’ll define what constitutes executive presence and introduce behaviors that contribute to elevating it – particularly in a virtual or hybrid world. We’ll dive into how to elegantly give and receive feedback in a way that elevates marginalized communities and disrupts bias. And we will help you understand why mindset and cognitive behavior are critical to building executive presence and share ways to disrupt, dismantle, and replace beliefs that aren't serving you.
Executive presence is the embodiment of confident, empowered leadership - it is easy to identify but hard to quantify. We know it when we see it, but how do we get there? How we show up physically and emotionally informs how we behave and how others inside and outside an organization receive us. Together we’ll define what constitutes executive presence and introduce behaviors that contribute to elevating it – particularly in a virtual or hybrid world. We’ll dive into how to elegantly give and receive feedback in a way that elevates marginalized communities and disrupts bias. And we will help you understand why mindset and cognitive behavior are critical to building executive presence and share ways to disrupt, dismantle, and replace beliefs that aren't serving you.
Women's Forum - Going Beyond the "Why" of Talent Retention: Mentorship, Networking and Development
There is plenty of talk around why talent retention is a key factor contributing to thriving, vital companies. In this thought-provoking session we will look beyond the “why” to underscore the importance of personal and professional development through mentorship and strong networks. We’ll show you how being intentional about the "Who, What, When, and How" in talent retention can make a significant difference in retaining and promoting women. Join us to gain practical guidance and creative suggestions to improve the efficacy of mentorship and networking activities/programs.
Women's Forum - Intergenerational Effective Communication in the Workplace
We all know that women communicate differently than men. But we may not realize that different generations of women - Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z - each communicate differently as well. What if we take the time to understand these differences and use them for good? Just imagine what we could do! Join us for a lively, insightful discussion about what motivates each generation, their unique communication styles, and how to best bridge the differences for all-around success.
We all know that women communicate differently than men. But we may not realize that different generations of women - Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z - each communicate differently as well. What if we take the time to understand these differences and use them for good? Just imagine what we could do! Join us for a lively, insightful discussion about what motivates each generation, their unique communication styles, and how to best bridge the differences for all-around success.
Women's Forum - Women in the Workplace 2022: The State of Women in Corporate America
In this session we will uncover the findings from the recently released 2022 Women in the Workplace, the largest analytical study of women in corporate America, conducted by McKinsey in partnership with LeanIn.org. The study's authors will share insights on the level of representation of women in leadership, changes in gender pay gap, explore burnout rates, and share the satisfaction levels of workplace experience among women of diverse identities, including women of color, LGBTQ+ women, and women with disabilities. They will also share an update on how organizations are doing at supporting the advancement of women, including HR leaders' sentiment on the most effective diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. This in-depth overview will provide you will critical data points to take back to your organization to spark important conversations and drive change.
In this session we will uncover the findings from the recently released 2022 Women in the Workplace, the largest analytical study of women in corporate America, conducted by McKinsey in partnership with LeanIn.org. The study's authors will share insights on the level of representation of women in leadership, changes in gender pay gap, explore burnout rates, and share the satisfaction levels of workplace experience among women of diverse identities, including women of color, LGBTQ+ women, and women with disabilities. They will also share an update on how organizations are doing at supporting the advancement of women, including HR leaders' sentiment on the most effective diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. This in-depth overview will provide you will critical data points to take back to your organization to spark important conversations and drive change.
