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The 32nd Annual Marketing Partner Forum

by Thomson Reuters Institute

The 32nd Annual Marketing Partner Forum, organized by the Thomson Reuters Institute, is a premier conference designed for senior legal marketing and business development leaders. This event brings together an international audience of esteemed professionals to address law firm profitability and client development in a dynamic legal services market.

Key topics covered at the forum include leadership practices, client listening programs, the integration of artificial intelligence in social media strategies, value-based pricing, effective sales pitch strategies, and enhancing communication between lawyers and marketing teams. Sessions are structured as workshops, breakout discussions, and general presentations to provide a comprehensive learning experience.

Attendees can participate in various networking opportunities, including welcome luncheons, opening receptions, and interactive activities such as cheesemaking workshops and wine tastings. The event also features notable speakers and facilitators who are experts in their respective fields, offering valuable insights and practical knowledge.

This forum is ideal for Chief Marketing Officers, Chief Strategy Officers, Chief Innovation Officers, law firm managing partners, executive committee members, practice group leaders, client service or relationship partners, and senior business development personnel. It provides a platform to engage with thought leaders, explore innovative strategies, and gain actionable insights to drive firm-wide development in a fast-changing market.

Speakers(15)

Barry Solomon

VP, Client Value & Innovation at Litera

Burton Taylor

Chief Marketing Officer at Spencer Fane LLP

Don Sternfeld

Chief Innovation Officer at Steptoe LLP

Evan Parker, Ph.D.

Founder at Parker Analytics LLC

John Sterling

Chief Strategy and Practice Development Officer at Chapman and Cutler LLP

Julie Snow-Samanant

Chief Marketing Officer at Fredrikson & Byron P.A.

Kathryn Whitaker

Chief Marketing Officer at Burr Forman LLP

Konstantin A. Shishkin

Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Goodwin Procter

Michelle Woodyear

Principal Consultant at Mount Insights

Nora Shearer

Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer at Seward & Kissel LLP

Event Details

Date
January 22-24, 2025
3 days
Location
🇺🇸 Dana Point, United States
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
Audience
Chief Marketing Officers, Chief Strategy Officers, Chief Innovation Officers, law firm managing partners, executive committee members, practice group leaders, client service or relationship partners, senior business development personnel
Attendees
Approximately 200 attendees

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