14th 9:00 -10:30 AM 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Annual
As individuals and organizations committed to the advancement of diversity and inclusion in the legal workplace, we all know that it takes strong leadership, eff ective practitioners, and solid professional development strategies to create success. MCCA’s 14th Annual Creating Pathways to Diversity® Conference’s full-day of educational programs and networking opportunities are designed to help you succeed. Our panel discussions and hands-on workshops will provide you with the tools necessary to support a diverse legal team, make your organization more inclusive, and increase diversity in the profession. We are committed to providing you with clear strategies from every session that can be immediately implemented in your career and workplace. The 14th Annual Pathways Conference is one you don’t want to miss!
Conference Agenda BREAKFAST & REGISTRATION
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2013 7:30 - 9:00 AM
OPENING PLENARY SESSION: TALENT PIPELINE & FISHER’S AFTERSHOCKS
BREAK Professional Development
101. 11:00 - 12:30 PM
Top 10 Tips to Navigate the Unwritten Rules in Your Workplace
12:30 - 2:30 PM Diversity & Inclusion Practitioner 201.
Talking about Fisher: A Brainstorming Session on Talking About Fisher in Your Organization
LUNCH & PLENARY: MINORITY & FEMALE GCS IN FORTUNE 500 COMPANIES 102. 2:30 - 4:00 PM
Time Management - The Foundation for Success
4:00 - 4:30 PM BREAK 103. 4:30 - 6:00 PM
Transitioning In and Out of Career Changes Eff ectively and Gracefully
6:00 - 7:30 PM NETWORKING RECEPTION Conference Details
REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION Registration is NOT confi rmed until payment has been received by MCCA. Electronic confi rmation of your registration will be sent within ten business days of receipt of payment or upon completion of payment process if registering online. Full registration includes access to conference sessions, electronic course materials, and scheduled meals. Program sessions are subject to limited attendance due to facility capacity constraints, so please pre-register for your desired courses. MCCA is not responsible for any expenses associated with travel, lodging, or other costs incurred by the registrant, including in the event that MCCA must cancel the conference for any reason. Audio or video recording or transcription of any portion of the seminar is prohibited unless express consent is granted by MCCA.
SUBSTITUTIONS AND CANCELLATIONS All cancellations must be received in writing; telephone cancellations will not be accepted. Cancellations received in writing by August 23, 2013, will be fully refunded minus a $50.00 administrative fee. Individuals canceling in writing after August 23 but prior to September 9 will receive a full credit towards attendance at MCCA’s 15th Annual Creating Pathways to Diversity Conference (only monies paid for the 14th Annual Creating Pathways to Diversity Conference will be credited; after applying credit, any balance due is the responsibility of the registrant). If written confi rmation of cancellation is not received by September 9, no refunds or credits will be issued of any kind. Credits will be processed after the meeting.
Substitutions are always welcome; please submit a written request along with a completed registration form for the new individual in order to transfer the registration. Cancellations and requests for substitutions should be submitted to
education@mcca.com.
ACCOMMODATIONS MCCA is holding a block of rooms at the Marriott Marquis Hotel at the rate of $369/night (single/double). For reservations, call 800-843-4898 and indicate you are attending MCCA’s 2013 Creating Pathways to Diversity® Conference to receive the group rate. You can also reserve a room online by visiting
www.mcca. com/pathways2013.
DISCOUNTED AIRFARE American Airlines is the offi cial airline of the Creating Pathways to Diversity Conference. Book online and receive a 5% discount off of published fares. Travel discounts are valid September 13-20, 2013 to New York, NY (EWR, HPN, JFK, LGA).To make a discounted reservation, go to
www.AA.com and use promotion code A9793BG.
Join us for MCCA’s
Diversity Honors Gala! September 17, 2013
Contact Jennifer Chen at 202-739-5902 or visit
www.mcca.com/gala
203. Law Firm - Law Department Collaborations for Diversity & Inclusion 303.
Implicit Bias & Intersectionality for Leaders
202.
The Role of Diversity Professionals in Business Development
302.
Maximizing the Potential of Employee Resource/Network Groups or Affi nity Groups for Business Success
Patricia R. Hatler Executive Vice President Chief Legal and Governance Offi cer Nationwide
Partner Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP
Theresa Cropper Chief Diversity Offi cer Perkins Coie LLP
Deborah A. Elam
Vice President & Chief Diversity Offi cer General Electric
Deborah Epstein Henry Founder & President Flex-Time Lawyers LLC
Co-Founder & Managing Director Bliss Lawyers
Robert L. Jones, Jr.
Senior Labor & Employment Attorney American Airlines
Yupo Liu Attorney
Microsoft Corporation
Dr. Christopher J. Metzler Senior Associate Dean
Applied Management Degrees Georgetown University
Rosalyn P. Mitchell
Associate General Counsel Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Peter M. Reyes, Jr. Partner
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Wendy Shiba President
National Asian Pacifi c American Bar Association
Dawn R. Tezino Partner
Mehaff yWeber Gina Warren
Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion Nike, Inc.
Justin A. Xenitelis General Counsel Thor Equities, LLC
R. Hewitt Pate Vice President and General Counsel Chevron
Leadership & Management 301.
Creating Eff ective Sponsorship Programs to Develop and Grow Diverse Talent
Joshua B. Frank General Counsel & Secretary DHL Americas
Eric F. Grossman Chief Legal Offi cer Morgan Stanley
Advisory Board HONORARY CO-CHAIRS
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