ACC TN Q3 Newsletter | November 2024 Message from the President I am honored to step into the role of President for ACC Tennessee and excited for the opportunity to serve this incredible community. As I begin my term, I want to first express my gratitude to Peter Malanchuk, whose two-year term as President ended on September 30. Under Peter’s leadership, ACC Tennessee has experienced significant growth in both our membership and our mission. We are deeply thankful for his dedication and hard work. I would also like to take a moment to thank our generous sponsors. Your support is essential to our success, and we are incredibly grateful for your ongoing commitment. Many of you have already signed on to sponsor us again in 2025, and for that, we extend our sincere thanks. We look forward to continuing our partnership with you in the year ahead. As we move forward, I am eager to build on the strong foundation that has been laid by past leaders and members of ACC Tennessee. Being a member of this organization has played a pivotal role in my own in-house career. The insights, connections, and resources I’ve gained through my involvement have been invaluable in navigating the dynamic and ever-changing landscape of in-house practice. In the coming months, I look forward to engaging with our membership across Tennessee and continuing to deliver on ACC Tennessee's mission: to provide meaningful networking and educational opportunities that support, connect, and empower in-house counsel. One area of focus will be helping our members prepare for and navigate an ever-evolving business environment tat leads to companies restructuring to adjust to market pressures. Your feedback is crucial to ensuring that our programs remain relevant and valuable, so I encourage you to share your thoughts and ideas. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me, our Board, or our Executive Team with any suggestions on how we can better serve you. April Berman ACC Tennessee, Board President Message from the Executive Director  What a thrill it was to welcome the ACC Global Annual Meeting here in Nashville this October. We are deeply grateful to all of our members and sponsors who were able to attend and contribute to the success of this incredible event. A special thank you goes to the outstanding team at ACC Global, whose efforts in curating a full schedule of insightful educational programming and valuable networking opportunities truly reflected the energy and spirit of Nashville. ACC Tennessee took full advantage of the many opportunities presented at the Annual Meeting. At our Tennessee Booth, we proudly highlighted the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, engaging in numerous conversations with attendees about its mission to promote early childhood literacy. It was heartwarming to hear firsthand accounts of the joy that "Dolly Book Mail" brings to families across the nation. Additionally, we had the privilege of connecting with our exhibit hall neighbor, Strings for Hope. Emily and I were inspired by their mission to repurpose secondhand musical strings to provide employment opportunities for survivors of substance abuse, interpersonal violence, and human trafficking. We are honored to have learned about their important work and look forward to exploring future partnership opportunities with this remarkable organization. I’m also pleased to share the tremendous success of the 2024 Howdy Hobnob, which we had the honor of hosting in partnership with the Small Law Department Network. From start to finish, the event was a memorable experience. Our guests had an unforgettable time at the lively party held at the Johnny Cash Bar & BBQ, enjoying great food, drinks, and meaningful conversations in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Attendees also had the chance to immerse themselves in the exhibits at the Johnny Cash Museum. For those fortunate enough to receive one of the limited Golden Tickets, the M.A.D.E. by Sanders Hat Company Hat Bar offered a unique opportunity to craft a personalized souvenir. No one left empty-handed, as stylish golf hats and flat-brim hats were also available for attendees to take home at the end of the night. This year’s Annual Meeting was truly a highlight of 2024, and its success would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors and vendors, as well as ACC Global's partnership. We extend our deepest thanks to each of you for your invaluable contributions and look forward to continuing our work together in the future. Samantha Lunn ACC Tennessee, Executive Director Member News & Updates ACC TN's New to In-house (N2i) Committee is seeking additional committee members from across the state. The mission of the N2i Committee is to support attorneys who have recently transitioned to an in-house role through programmiong and events specifically designed for N2i attorneys. To learn more, please contact Chapter Administrator Emily Johannsen. Communities across East Tennessee and Western North Carolina are continuing to recover from the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene. Our hearts go out to those affected. In lieu of a Tri-Cities networking event, Silver Sponsor Chambliss and ACC Tennessee have made financial contributions in support of East Tennessee Foundation's Neighbor to Neighbor Disaster Relief Fund.  You can learn more about the Disaster Relief Fund using the button below. In this season of generosity and gratitude, we invite those who are able to join us in supporting East Tennessee during this challenging time. Learn More & Donate Here   Kevin Mann Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary TruGreen How long have you been in-house? After 12 years in public service as a prosecutor, I started my first “in house” role in 2002 (readers can practice their math) How long have you been a member of ACC? I joined the ACC in 2005 (I believe) but attended my first “annual meeting” in Oct of 2002 (Washington DC is my recollection – family came with me after we moved to NJ from Phoenix for the first “in-house” role) Tell us about a recent trip you've taken. My youngest daughter married a young man from Spain and the wedding was performed in Mallorca this past May. Thank you to our members statewide who have joined us for the terrific events and programming we have hosted so far in 2024. We are excited for all of our other upcoming events for the remainder of the year. We could not do it without the partnership from all of our wonderful sponsors. Gold Sponsor Jackson Lewis CLE Program "Employment Law on Fast Forward: A Speed Round Update" in Nashville Silver Sponsor Merchant & Gould  Social Event at The Kennedy in Knoxville Silver Sponsor Chambliss Social Event at the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport Authority in Chattanooga Gold Sponsor Fisher Phillips      Statewide Virtual CLE Program: "An Overview of Key 2024 L&E Developments" ACC Tennessee Social Event at Hi Fi Clydes in Nashville ACC Tennessee & LAET Pro Bono & Brews at Oddstory Brewing in Chattanooga Diamond Sponsor Butler Snow Half Day CLE Program statewide Silver Sponsor Miller & Martin Social Event at St. John's Restaurant in Chattanooga Silver Sponsor Maynard Nexsen CLE Program "Employment Law Update: A Review of Significant Developments in 2024 and What to Expect in 2025" in Knoxville Gold Sponsor Husch Blackwell CLE Program "AI for in-house Counsel: Transforming the Legal Practice" in Chattanooga Practice Area Sponsor Jams Supper Club Event in Nashville Practice Area Sponsor FTI Supper Club Event in Memphis A new year can bring new professional changes! Do you have a new job, new title, or new e-mail address? We want to hear from you and get our list updated so you do not miss out on upcoming opportunities. Please send any updates to Tennessee@accglobal.com. A new year can also bring new colleagues. If you have a new colleague or new-to-in-house member of your professional network, please encourage them to become a member or reach out to Tennessee@accglobal.com to get more information and be added to our prospect list for invites that include non-members. Members on the Move  Natasha Metcalf was recently named Deputy General Counsel & Vice President, Contracts at CoreCivic. Jennifer Williams was recently promoted to Deputy General Counsel & Vice President, Litigation at CoreCivic. Job Postings Open Job Postings U.S. Xpress: Contract Counsel - Chattanooga, TN Save the Dates  December December 3rd - K&L Gates, Half Day CLE Program - Nashville December 5th - ACC TN & N2i , Social Event - Nashville December 11th - Barnes & Thornburgs, Holiday Social - Nashville December 12th - ACC TN & N2i , Social Event - Chattanooga ACC Global  Are you looking for those last few Continuing Legal Education credits for 2024? As an ACC Member, you have access to ACC Global's Online Learning Center, with a large catalogue of live virtual and on-demand programs. For prospectice ACC members, you may access many of the courses for free or for a fee by creating an ACC account. As a new year approaches, many in-house attorneys begin contemplating career transitions. A recent ACC Global program, free to both members and non members, provided great content on career transitions: Career Corner - Unlock Your True Potential: A Roadmap for Successful Career Transitions You can also check out ACC Global's Career Corner to get more content geared rowards empoering your in-house counsel career. Sponsor Articles & Updates  PE Firms Should Prepare For Increased False Claims Scrutiny Access Full Article Here   Christopher Nasson Managing Partner K&L Gates  Hayley Trahan-Liptak Partner K&L Gates Anna L'Hommedieu Associate K&L Gates AI “Agency” Liability: The Workday Wake-Up Call? Access Full Article Here   Mallory Acheson CIPM, CIPP/E, FIP of Counsel Nelson Mullins Jason Epstein Partner Nelson Mullins 2024 ACC Tennessee Sponsors Diamond Sponsor Platinum Sponsor Gold Sponsors Practice Area Sponsor New to In House Sponsor Silver Sponsors ACC Tennessee | P.O. 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