Best Ivory GC Podcasts (2025)

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The Global Month Ahead: G20 in Johannesburg, COP30 in Brazil, and Europe’s Defence Reawakening 1:04:25

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As we look ahead to November, host Sewar Quran, Associate Director at Global Counsel, is joined by colleagues to unpack three major developments shaping the global policy agenda: the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, the COP30 climate conference in Brazil, and a shifting debate on European defence and transatlantic security. First, Sewar is joined by Ale…

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The Global Month Ahead: IMF & World Bank Week, Ivory Coast Elections, and Saudi’s FII Summit 39:28

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As we look ahead to October, host Sewar Quran, Associate Director at Global Counsel, is joined by colleagues to unpack three major developments shaping international policy and investment this month: the IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Washington DC, presidential elections in Ivory Coast, and the Future Investment Initiative Summit in Riyadh.…

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The Global Month Ahead: UK Party Conferences, UNGA 2025, and Moldova’s Elections 43:24

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As we look ahead to September, host Sewar Quran is joined by Global Counsel colleagues to unpack three key developments shaping international policy and geopolitics this month: the UK’s political party conferences, the 2025 UN General Assembly in New York, and Moldova’s pivotal parliamentary elections. First, Sewar is joined by Lilah Howson-Smith, …

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E033 | How legal functions can become enablers of change, not barriers | Leslie Cornell | Ivory GC 33:02

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This episode of Ivory GC features Leslie Cornell, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Social Finance, a nonprofit investment advisor pioneering outcomes-based financing for social change. Leslie shares her transition from public finance law to leading legal strategy in the mission-driven world of impact finance, offering a rare look int…

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E032 | Navigating marketing regulations and AI in legal workflows | Richard Sarhaddi | Ivory GC 35:32

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This episode of Ivory GC features Richard Sarhaddi, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Aspen Standard Wealth, a platform investing in independent registered investment advisory firms. Richard brings nearly 20 years of experience across regulatory, legal, and compliance leadership roles, including at Vanguard, Charles Schwab, and Option…

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E031 | Embedding legal foresight across the organization | Sal Roccaro | Ivory GC 27:27

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In this episode of Ivory GC, we’re joined by Sal Roccaro, Chief Strategy Officer and General Counsel at Maximum Quality Foods, a third-generation family-run food distribution company. With a background in engineering, law, and business, Sal’s multidisciplinary expertise has helped him shape strategic growth, manage complex acquisitions, and embed l…

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E030 | My successful non-linear career journey | Nicole Moss | Ivory GC 28:19

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In this episode of Ivory GC, we sit down with Nicole Moss, a seasoned legal leader who currently serves as in-house general counsel for multiple companies across sectors like energy, healthcare, and tech. From Geophysical Technology to Assurance Medication Management and BluBridge, Nicole plays a pivotal role advising executive teams, managing lega…

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The Global Month Ahead: The BRICS summit, 90-day US tariff pause deadline, and the AI for Good Global Summit 55:56

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As we look ahead to July, host Sewar Quran is joined by Global Counsel colleagues to unpack three major developments shaping international policy and geopolitics: the BRICS Summit in Brazil, the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, and the US tariff overhaul ahead of the critical July 9th deadline. First, Sewar is joined by Alexander Smotrov, Direc…

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E029 | The Legal Nuances of Operating in the Gig Economy | Eric Fisher | Ivory GC 36:01

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In this episode of Ivory GC, we sit down with Eric M. Fisher, General Counsel at Homeaglow, a tech-enabled platform that connects households with trusted cleaning professionals. With a legal career spanning Madison Square Garden Entertainment and Gopuff, Eric shares his journey from law firm associate to leading legal strategy for high-growth, cons…

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E028 | Essentials for Modern Legal Leaders | Frank Chou | Ivory GC 27:01

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In this episode of Ivory GC, we sit down with Frank Chou, General Counsel at Rhino and Jetty, an insurtech company transforming the security deposit landscape through innovative insurance products. Frank shares his journey from early roles in government and fintech to leading legal strategy in a heavily regulated industry. He reflects on his experi…

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E027 | Embracing Uncertainty with Confidence and Integrity | Tatyana Kleyman | Ivory GC 40:13

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Please be advised that this episode of Ivory GC was recorded in May 2025. Consequently, some of the information presented may have been subject to changes or updates since that time. In this episode of Ivory GC, Tatyana Kleyman, General Counsel at Brightcore Energy, shares her fascinating pivot from finance law to leading legal strategy in the clea…

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E026 | Put Things Into Perspective and Make Sure You Have a Support System | Bita Goldman | Ivory GC 27:36

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In this episode of Ivory GC, Bita Goldman, Global General Counsel at UNiDAYS, shares her journey from advocating for her immigrant family to shaping legal strategy at a global student platform. With early roots in advocating for victims of domestic violence, Bita transitioned to in-house roles, first at a rapidly growing e-tailer and then at UNiDAY…

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The Global Month Ahead: The G7 and NATO summits, Trump's Gulf tour, and the future of UK-EU energy policy 45:48

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As we look ahead to June, host Sewar Quran is joined by Global Counsel colleagues to unpack three major developments shaping global politics: the G7 and NATO Summits, President Trump’s Gulf tour, and the UK-EU joint summit. First, Sewar is joined by Denzil Davidson, Director, to preview the G7 and NATO Summits. They discuss the growing influence of…

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E025 | Bridging Traditional with Innovations | Mark Chavez | Ivory GC 36:38

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In this episode of Ivory GC, Mark Chavez, General Counsel at Applied Digital Corporation, shares his diverse journey from energy law to the cutting edge of AI and cryptocurrency infrastructure. Starting with environmental law and motor sports at ExxonMobil, Mark transitioned through World Fuel Services and private equity before landing at Applied D…

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E024 | Scaling Systems in Fast-Moving Startups | Charles Kwalwasser | Ivory GC 32:38

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In this episode of Ivory GC, Charles Kwalwasser, Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel at Camp: The Family Experience Store, shares his path through financial services, consumer tech, and immersive retail. With early roots in patent law and IP at Clifford Chance and Lehman Brothers, Charlie moved from banking to consumer innovation—leadi…

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E023 | The Critical Importance of Educating and Collaborating | Alexis Freeman | Ivory GC 35:31

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Alexis Freeman, General Counsel at Lindblad Expeditions, recounts her transition from a background in corporate restructuring to leading the legal function within the dynamic adventure travel and ecotourism industry. She provides a detailed account of the unique legal challenges faced by a global tourism operator, particularly in light of the COVID…

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E022 | Strategies for managing diverse legal challenges | Ryan McElduff | Ivory GC 31:36

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Ryan McElduff, General Counsel at ICC Industries, provides insights into his transition from commercial litigation to leading the legal department of a global chemical company. He shares strategies for managing diverse legal challenges and emphasizes a cooperative, problem-solving approach. Ryan's litigation experience prepares him for the dynamic …

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The Global Month Ahead: Presidential elections in Poland and Romania, Qatar Economic Forum and 2025 ASEAN Summit 47:25

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As we look ahead to May, host Sewar Quran is joined by Global Counsel colleagues from across the globe to unpack Romania and Poland’s presidential elections, the Qatar Economic Forum, and the 2025 ASEAN summit. First, Sewar is joined by Anikó Zsebik, Associate Director, to discuss the upcoming presidential elections in Romania and Poland. They expl…

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E021 | Striking the balance between legal risk and business innovation | Neela Paykel | Ivory GC 27:21

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In this episode of Ivory GC, Neela Paykel shares her journey as a legal executive with over 20 years of in-house leadership experience spanning MedTech, autonomous vehicles, and digital health. Currently serving as Tech General Counsel in Residence at Mayer Brown, Neela discusses her unique role in bridging the gap between law firms and in-house co…

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E020 | Navigating legal risk, compliance, and information security | Valerie Chianuri | Ivory GC 36:47

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In this episode of Ivory GC, Valerie Chianuri, General Counsel and Head of People & Operations at nTopology Inc., shares her journey from financial services to leading legal and operational functions in high-growth tech companies. With over 20 years of experience spanning American Express, Deloitte, Curb Mobility, and Exusia, Valerie has built a ca…

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E019 | Managing Legal and Compliance Functions in Private Credit | Ling-Ling Nie | Ivory GC 36:39

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In this episode of Ivory GC, Ling-Ling Nie shares her remarkable journey as a legal and compliance leader across corporate, government, and academic sectors. From serving as Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Aura to holding key legal roles at Georgia Tech, Panasonic North America, and the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Ling-Ling has buil…

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The Global Month Ahead: IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings, Navigating the UK Local Elections and Ukraine’s Defence Future 33:58

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As we look ahead to April, host Sewar Quran is joined by Global Counsel colleagues from across the globe to discuss the UK local elections, the IMF World Bank Spring Meetings taking, and the next phase of international defence coordination for Ukraine. First, Sewar is joined by Max Mandich, Senior Associate in our US Financial Services practice, to…

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E018 | Managing Legal and Compliance Functions in Private Credit | Viravyne Chhim Bip | Ivory GC 32:40

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This episode of Ivory GC features Viravyne Chhim Bip, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at MGG Investment Group, a private credit investment firm managing over $6 billion in assets. With a career spanning Latham & Watkins, Credit Suisse, GSO Capital Partners, and Blackstone Credit, Viravyne brings a wealth of experience in structured fin…

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E017 | Ensure Great Collaboration in Legal Services | Marla Crawford | Ivory GC 31:11

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This episode of Ivory GC features Marla Crawford, General Counsel at Simplify, a leading provider of integrated legal services and technology. With over 35 years of experience at Jones Day and Goldman Sachs, Marla shares her journey from pioneering legal technology to leading strategic initiatives in a fast-growing company. She discusses how AI and…

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E016 | Building a Scalable Legal Team | Luis Vacanti | Ivory GC 24:43

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In this special episode of Ivory GC, Brian Becker sits down with Luis Vacanti, Chief Legal Officer at Analytic Partners, to discuss the impactful collaboration between Analytic Partners and Ivory Law Group. Luis shares his experience as the company's first in-house legal hire, the challenges of transitioning from a heavily outside counsel-reliant m…

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The Global Month Ahead: China’s Two Sessions, the UK Spring Statement, Europe’s Defence Dilemma 27:49

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As we head into March, host Sewar Quran is joined by Global Counsel colleagues across our offices to discuss China’s Two Sessions, the UK Spring Statement, and the evolving European defence policy landscape. Jiayu Li, Senior Associate in our Singapore office, explores China’s Two Sessions, where leaders will set the policy agenda for 2025. They cov…

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E015 | Align legal work with personal passion and impact | Helena Cawley | Ivory GC 37:16

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In this episode of Ivory GC, Helena Cawley, General Counsel at First Street™, delves into the company’s mission of quantifying climate risk through financial modeling. She discusses First Street’s transition from a nonprofit to a public benefit corporation, a strategic move that enabled venture funding for global expansion. Helena shares insights i…

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E014 | Fostering collaboration across departments to drive success | Bronte Prins | Ivory GC 35:13

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In this episode of Ivory GC, Brian sits down with Bronte Prins, General Counsel at SomeraRoad, to discuss her journey from Big Law to in-house counsel and her current role managing both legal and HR functions at the firm. Bronte shares insights into SomeraRoad’s strategic approach to off-market real estate acquisitions, the legal challenges of hand…

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E013 | Leveraging legal strategies and technology to enhance efficiency | Marc Mandel | Ivory GC 38:17

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In this episode, Brian sits down with Marc Mandel, Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Exos, to explore his journey from Wall Street law firms to leading an agile in-house legal team. Marc shares how Exos, a human performance company, leverages innovative legal strategies and technology, including AI tools, to streamline operations and enh…

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The Politics of 2025: the global economic outlook with David Skilling 20:10

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In this special edition episode of the Global Month Ahead, host Isabelle Trick is joined by David Skilling, a Senior Adviser at Global Counsel and an expert on global economics and geopolitics. Isabelle and David delve into the global economic outlook for 2025, highlighting the diverging growth outlooks of different countries, with a deep dive into…

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E012 | Challenges of International Business Expansion | Hannah Peters Siegfried | Ivory GC 30:27

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In this episode, Hannah shares her journey from litigation to leadership, reflecting on her recent transition from an in-house role to working independently as a fractional consultant. She highlights the flexibility and engagement of working with growing businesses, addressing their need for experienced legal and HR professionals on a part-time bas…

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The Global Month Ahead: Federal elections in Germany, African Union votes for new leadership, AI Action Summit in Paris 37:15

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Ahead of a very busy February, co-hosts Isabelle Trick and Sewar Quran are joined by Global Counsel colleagues across our offices to discuss the federal election in Germany, the African Union summit and elections, and the AI Action Summit in Paris. Philipp Mühl, Associate Director in our Berlin office, explores the upcoming Bundestagswahl in German…

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E011 | Embrace Technological Advancements in the Legal Field | Mike Kirkwood | Ivory GC 33:47

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In this episode, Michael Kirkwood, General Counsel at Asset Based Lending, discusses the rapid growth of the organization from 90 to over 150 employees and the challenges of scaling legal processes, building a legal team, and reducing reliance on outside counsel. He emphasizes the importance of regulatory compliance, market expansion, and efficient…

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E010 | AI's role to augment lawyers rather than replacing them | With Min-Kyu Jung | Ivory GC 28:28

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In this episode, Brian interviews Min-Kyu Jung, CEO and Co-founder of Ivo, an AI-powered contract review tool used by companies like Canva and WordPress. Teaching himself to code to address inefficiencies in contract review processes, Min-Kyu shares how his background as a corporate lawyer inspired him to create Ivo. He discusses Ivo's ability to e…

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The Global Month Ahead: Trump's second term begins, defence policy in the EU, The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos 32:40

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In our first episode of 2025, Isabelle Trick is joined by Global Counsel colleagues across our offices to discuss Donald Trump’s second term, developments in EU defence policy, and the upcoming World Economic Forum in Davos. Erin Caddell, President of GC USA, unpacks the implications of Donald Trump's second term, focusing on his initial priorities…

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E009 | This is how you become an effective problem solver and advocate | Sean Gilmartin | Ivory GC 43:00

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In this episode, Brian interviews Sean Gilmartin, General Counsel at FPFX Technologies, about his dynamic career journey from trading at Merrill Lynch to leading compliance and legal teams at Jefferies, the NYSE, and crypto exchanges like Liquid and Galaxy. Sean shares his insights into the evolving digital asset landscape, regulatory challenges, a…

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E008 | Assume the best in people, it will benefit your interactions | Alexander Zozos | Ivory GC 51:07

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Alex Zozos joins Ivory GC and talks about his career journey, starting in finance at JP Morgan during the Great Financial Crisis. He shares how the crisis influenced his transition to law school at Fordham, during which time he interned at FINRA and the SEC. At the SEC, Alex worked on digital assets and Bitcoin ETFs, fostering his interest in the e…

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E007 | The importance of scalable and self-service solutions | Jason Idilbi | Ivory GC 1:03:19

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Brian Becker interviews Jason Idilbi, the General Counsel at HR software company, Clear Company. Jason shares his career journey from litigation associate in Big Law to clerking for a federal judge, before moving to in-house roles at various start-up and growth stage companies. Jason highlights the challenges and rewards of his first GC role at Pas…

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E006 | Managing legal teams and fostering a positive work environment | Jonathan Stroud | Ivory GC 49:10

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In this episode, Jonathan Stroud, General Counsel at Unified Patents, shares his journey from engineering and journalism to law, detailing his transition through the Patent Trademark Office and night law school. He discusses his role at Unified Patents, helping its 300+ members across industries reduce litigation costs. Jonathan highlights the rise…

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The Global Month Ahead: confidence vote in Germany, multilateral events in the Gulf, Ghana elections 34:49

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In this month's episode of the Global Month Ahead, Isabelle Trick, Associate Director in our Investor Services team, is joined by Global Counsel colleagues across our offices, including Sewar Quran, Senior Associate in our Doha office, who joins this episode as co-host, and Philipp Muehl. They discuss the upcoming vote of confidence and subsequent …

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E005 Journey Through Big Law, Tech, and Strategic Leadership | Eric B. Topel | Ivory GC 1:01:48

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In this episode of Ivory GC, host Brian Becker welcomes Eric Topel, a seasoned legal executive now with PatSnap, to discuss his diverse experiences in big law, corporate leadership, and the evolving tech industry. Starting his career with commercial and employment litigation roles at Proskauer Rose and Epstein Becker, Eric then transitioned to Dano…

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E004 Navigating Law and Innovation | Stacy Ruegilin | Ivory GC 58:33

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In this episode of Ivory GC, host Brian Becker sits down with Stacy Ruegilin from Ivory Law Group to explore her journey from immigrating to Hawaii to becoming a process-driven antitrust attorney with a unique “building” perspective. Stacy shares her early aspirations, the foundations of her educational journey, and how her resourcefulness shaped h…

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E003 Legal Functions Across Different Business Sizes | Zachary Molloie and Michael Merola | Ivory GC 57:18

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In this episode of Ivory GC, host Brian Becker speaks with Zachary Molloie from Peachy and Michael Merola from Article Student Living about their journeys into law, their roles within their companies, and how the size and industry of each business impacts their legal practices. They discuss the differences between working with large, medium, and sm…

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E002 Evolving the Role of General Counsel | Chris Porcelli and David Sheril | Ivory GC 1:00:54

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In this episode of Ivory GC, host Brian Becker speaks with Chris Porcelli from Aterian and David Sheril from Castle Lanterra about the evolving role of general counsel in today's dynamic legal landscape. They discuss key topics such as building and reducing legal departments, the impact of industry changes on a GC's practice, strategies for refocus…

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E001 How To Make Legal Operations More Affordable | Sean Linnehan and Luis Vacanti | Ivory GC 55:28

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In this episode of Ivory GC, host Brian Becker from Ivory Law Group PLLC speaks with Luis Vacanti from Analytic Partners and Sean Linnehan from Leerink Partners about the transition from outside counsel to in-house counsel. They discuss the essential strategies that help in-house legal professionals excel, from aligning with business objectives to …

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EU Sustainable Finance: anticipating a new Commission's approach 40:21

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Harrison Coldray, Senior Associate in our Financial Services team, is joined by Heike Schmitz, Partner and Co-Head of ESG EMEA at Herbert Smith Freehills' Frankfurt office. As a new Commission shapes up in the European Union, the evolution of sustainable finance policy & politics will be critical to shaping a Clean Industrial Deal. This podcast loo…

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UK Sustainable Finance: new government, new approach? 47:16

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Harrison Coldray, Senior Associate in our Financial Services team, sits down with James Alexander and Oscar Warwick Thompson from the UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (UKSIF) to discuss where the sustainable finance agenda might be heading under a new government ambitious about unlocking flows of green capital to fund their 'missio…

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The Global Month Ahead: The new European Commission, UK party conferences, Germany's regional elections, United Nations General Assembly Week 53:49

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This month, in our 'Back to school' edition, Isabelle Trick is joined by Global Counsel colleagues across our offices to discuss the new European Commission, UK party conference season, Germany's regional elections, and the United Nations General Assembly week. Tom White, our Europe Director explores the formation of the new European Commission, th…

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The Global Month Ahead: UK General election, French elections, NATO summit. 39:17

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On this month’s episode, Isabelle is joined by Practice Director Matt Bevington, Director Ana Gradinaru, Senior Associate Alexander van der Wusten, and Analyst Karolina Lagercrantz. Matt discusses the immediate domestic policy priorities for the UK after the election, and talks about the significance of the EPC summit for the UK's relationship with…

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The Global Month Ahead: European elections, the Biden-Trump debate, G7 leaders summit. 41:07

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On this month’s episode, Isabelle is joined by Europe Director Tom White, President of GC US Erin Caddell, and Senior Associate Giulia Pasquali. Tom discusses the European elections including the current state of play, the challenges of building a stabilizing majority and the future of Ursula von der Leyen and her flagship policies. Erin analyses t…