AGENDA

11:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Arrivals & Registration
Oak Courtyard

11:30 – 12:30 p.m.

Welcome & Lunch
Oak Room

12:30 – 12:45 p.m.

Networking Break
Oak Courtyard

12:45 – 1:45 p.m.

Internal Influence: Business Leadership for In-House Counsel
Redwood Room

The transition from legal advisor to business leader starts with proactive engagement. In this interactive session, a panel of general counsels will share actionable strategies for building deeper, more strategic relationships across the business. They will provide practical tools to help increase visibility, broaden influence, and lay the groundwork for successful advancement into the general counsel role.

Moderator:
Ken Siegel, Executive Advisor, Wilson Sonsini

Panelists:
Jordan Coleman, Chief Legal & Policy Officer, Kodiak Robotics, Inc.
Ali Hartley, Chief Legal Officer, SimplePractice
Eleanor Lacey, General Counsel, Asana

1:45 – 2:15 p.m.

Networking Break
Redwood Terrace

2:15 – 3:15 p.m.

Strategic Thinking, Risk Calibration, and Financial Fluency
Redwood Room

To be an effective general counsel, legal guidance must be delivered in a way that both aligns with corporate business strategy and resonates with executive decision-makers. In this panel discussion, we’ll explore three essential skills for in-house leaders: the ability to offer strategic legal advice that supports enterprise goals, calibrating legal risk in alignment with the company’s appetite and decision-making culture, and developing financial fluency to better understand budgets, forecasts, and the economic impact of legal decisions.

Moderator:
Mark Baudler, Partner, Wilson Sonsini

Panelists:
Kate Layton, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary, Oportun, Inc.
Paula Millar, Deputy GC, ElevenLabs
Phil Rothenberg, Chief Legal Officer, Tensor Auto Inc.

3:15 – 3:30 p.m.

Networking Break
Redwood Terrace

3:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Afternoon Activities

• A Bee’s Life – Lodge Bell/Valet Stand
• Falconry’s Winged Ambassadors – Lodge Bell/Valet Stand
• Guided Off-Road Excursion – Lodge Bell/Valet Stand
• Hilltop Yoga – Lodge Bell/Valet Stand
• Pickleball Tournament – Lodge Bell/Valet Stand
• Ridge View Hike – Activities Kiosk in Lodge Lobby

5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Headshot Drop-in Session
Oak Courtyard

7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Networking Reception
Clubhouse Patio

8:00 – 9:30 p.m.

Dinner & Discussion – What Defines a Successful General Counsel?
Golf Clubhouse

What makes a truly effective general counsel in the eyes of CEOs and board members? This panel will explore what boards expect from their general counsel, how to build trusted relationships with executive leadership while maintaining objectivity, and how to elevate the legal function as a strategic business partner. Panelists will also reflect on emerging trends shaping the general counsel role—and how rising leaders can prepare to meet them.

Moderator:
Katie Martin, Partner, Wilson Sonsini

Panelists:
Aaron Alter, Strategy Advisor, Wilson Sonsini
David Burd, Regional Practice Managing Partner, Corporate Officers Practice, Heidrick & Struggles
Lindsay Llewellyn, Chief Legal & Business Officer, Corporate Security, Lyft
Kate Schuelke, Corporate Board Member, Chief Legal Officer, SiTime, Credo

9:30 – 10:30 p.m.

Dessert and After Dinner Drinks
Oak Courtyard

8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Headshot Drop-in Session
Oak Courtyard

8:00 – 9:00 a.m.

Breakfast
Oak Room

9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Executive Presence: Communicating with Confidence and Clarity
Redwood Room

Being heard—and trusted—at the highest levels requires more than just legal acumen; it demands clear, confident communication. In this session, a communications expert will share public speaking techniques to strengthen presence, clarity, and persuasion. The discussion will then shift to applying these skills in high-stakes scenarios, such as presenting to the board, engaging with the CEO, or delivering difficult news. In addition, the panel will offer practical tips on navigating power dynamics, maintaining credibility under pressure, and communicating effectively.

Presenter:
Jenna Lange, Founder and President, Lange International

Moderator:
Allison Spinner, Partner, Wilson Sonsini

Panelist:
Michele Lee, GC in Residence, Wilson Sonsini

10:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Networking Break
Redwood Terrace

10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Leveraging AI Tools in Legal and Enterprise Operations
Redwood Room

As AI continues to reshape legal and business operations, in-house leaders must understand both the landscape and their role in driving responsible adoption of the technology. The panel will discuss current and emerging trends in AI-enabled tools, from contract lifecycle management to enterprise-wide systems. They will then explore practical integration strategies, along with the general counsel’s role in addressing the legal, ethical, and operational considerations of AI.

Moderator:
Meredith Krannich, Partner, Wilson Sonsini

Panelists:
Suhani Akhare, Chief Legal Officer, Automation Anywhere, Inc.
Barath Chari, Partner, Wilson Sonsini
Camille Cook, Associate General Counsel, Lexeo Therapeutics
Elena Leichty, Head of Commercial Legal, Anthropic

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Networking Break
Redwood Terrace

12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Fireside Chat with Jennifer Miller, GC of Grammarly: The GC Path – Vision, Voice, and Influence
Redwood Room

In this candid fireside chat, Grammarly general counsel Jennifer Miller will share her personal journey to becoming a general counsel, reflecting on the moments that required courage, the clarity needed to lead with conviction, and how she built her voice and influence within an organization. From career pivots to high-stakes decision-making, Jennifer will offer insights into the mindset, skills, and strategic choices that shape a successful in-house legal leader. This conversation is designed to inspire and equip aspiring GCs with practical guidance and encouragement for their own paths forward.

Moderator:
Lang Liu, Partner, Wilson Sonsini

Keynote:
Jennifer Miller, General Counsel, Grammarly

1:15 p.m.

Closing Remarks
Redwood Room

1:30 p.m.

Departure
Oak Courtyard