The General Counsel Conference Midwest: SuperConference 2026 is a premier event designed for legal professionals in the Midwest, focusing on innovation, collaboration, and advancement within the legal industry. Organized by ALM Global, LLC, this conference aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and strategies necessary to navigate the evolving legal landscape.
The conference will cover a range of key topics, including regulatory compliance, risk management, corporate governance, and the integration of artificial intelligence in legal operations. Sessions such as "Winning in the C-Suite and in the Stands: Balancing Expectation, Risk and Global Ambition" and "Turning Tension into Progress: Navigating Difficult Conversations and Driving Outcomes" will provide insights into leadership and effective communication within legal teams.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in interactive learning through specialized sessions and panels, as well as network with peers and industry leaders. Notable speakers include Krista Whitaker, Executive Vice President of Legal and Business Affairs & Chief Legal Officer of the Chicago Bears, and Kwame Christian, Founder & CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, who will share their expertise and experiences.
This conference is ideal for General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, Chief Legal Officers, Corporate Counsel, Senior Counsel, Legal Operation Directors, and Law Firm Partners seeking to stay ahead of industry trends and enhance their professional networks.
Speakers(29)
August "Jamie" Schupp
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Newmedical Technology, Inc.
August "Jamie" Schupp serves as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Newmedical Technology, Inc., managing legal and corporate affairs.
Betty Jang
Founder & General Counsel at BYJ Law LLC
Betty Jang is the Founder and General Counsel of BYJ Law LLC, providing legal services and counsel.
Brian McGinnis
Partner, Data Security and Privacy Co-Chair at Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Brian McGinnis is a Partner and Co-Chair of Data Security and Privacy at Barnes & Thornburg LLP.
Brian Swanson
Partner at Bartlit Beck LLP
Brian Swanson is a Partner at Bartlit Beck LLP, specializing in litigation.
Cameron Krieger
Chief Privacy Officer and Associate General Counsel at Mars Inc.
Cameron Krieger is the Chief Privacy Officer and Associate General Counsel at Mars Inc., focusing on privacy and legal matters.
Chantal Kazay Rivera
Senior Counsel, Commercial Litigation at McDonald's
Chantal Kazay Rivera serves as Senior Counsel for Commercial Litigation at McDonald's.
Craig Martin
Chairman, Americas at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
Craig Martin is the Chairman for the Americas at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP and a member of the firm's Executive Committee.
Danette Kobolt
Former Chief Compliance Officer, Assistant General Counsel at Homesteaders Life Company
Danette Kobolt previously served as Chief Compliance Officer and Assistant General Counsel at Homesteaders Life Company, overseeing compliance and legal matters.
Diedre Dunn
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary (Technology, Electronics, Software, & Insurance) at Mindr
Diedre Dunn serves as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Mindr, focusing on technology, electronics, software, and insurance sectors.
Emily Dillingham
Corporate Counsel, Litigation & Regulatory at Kellanova
Emily Dillingham is Corporate Counsel for Litigation and Regulatory matters at Kellanova.
Jenny Hamilton
Chief Legal Officer at Exterro
Jenny Hamilton is the Chief Legal Officer at Exterro, leading the company's legal department.
Justin Johnson
President, Chicago | Partner at Latitude Legal
Justin Johnson is the President of the Chicago office and a Partner at Latitude Legal, focusing on legal talent solutions.
Kim Metrick
Vice President, General Counsel, Employment Law, Health and Safety at Walgreen Company
Kim Metrick is the Vice President and General Counsel for Employment Law, Health, and Safety at Walgreen Company.
Kiran Advani
General Counsel at SQN Associates
Kiran Advani serves as General Counsel at SQN Associates, providing legal oversight and strategic guidance.
Krista Whitaker
Executive Vice President of Legal and Business Affairs & Chief Legal Officer at Chicago Bears
Krista Whitaker serves as the Executive Vice President of Legal and Business Affairs and Chief Legal Officer for the Chicago Bears, overseeing all legal matters for the organization.
Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.
Founder & CEO at American Negotiation Institute
Kwame Christian is a two-time best-selling author, lawyer, and the Founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, specializing in negotiation and conflict resolution.
Lisa Haidostian
Senior Director & Managing Counsel, Commercial & Securities Litigation at Walgreens
Lisa Haidostian is the Senior Director and Managing Counsel for Commercial and Securities Litigation at Walgreens.
Michael Sachs
Partner, In-House Counsel Recruiting and Board Services at Major, Lindsey & Africa
Michael Sachs is a Partner at Major, Lindsey & Africa, specializing in in-house counsel recruiting and board services.
Neil Pandey
Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel (CIPP/US+C) at Credico (USA) LLC
Neil Pandey is the Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Credico (USA) LLC, holding CIPP/US+C certification.
Nia Jenkins
VP, Legal Affairs at Surescripts, LLC
Nia Jenkins is the Vice President of Legal Affairs at Surescripts, LLC, overseeing legal operations.
Rachel Harris
General Counsel, AI Governance & Privacy Officer at Suzy, Inc.
Rachel Harris is the General Counsel and AI Governance & Privacy Officer at Suzy, Inc., focusing on legal and privacy matters.
Rich Cohan
CLO at Applied Systems
Rich Cohan serves as the Chief Legal Officer at Applied Systems, overseeing the company's legal functions.
Sarah Sinclair
VP, Corporate Counsel, Global Data Privacy, Cybersecurity & AI Governance at Prudential Financial
Sarah Sinclair is the Vice President and Corporate Counsel for Global Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, and AI Governance at Prudential Financial.
Scott Garnick
Head of Legal Transformation, Global Transactions at HERE Technologies
Scott Garnick is the Head of Legal Transformation for Global Transactions at HERE Technologies.
Shameak Belvitt
Senior Counsel – Data Privacy & Cybersecurity at Nissan North America, Inc.
Shameak Belvitt serves as Senior Counsel for Data Privacy and Cybersecurity at Nissan North America, Inc.
Stas Zakharenko
Principal at GTC Law Group
Stas Zakharenko is a Principal at GTC Law Group, specializing in legal services.
Steffany Cunningham
Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary at Summit School Services
Steffany Cunningham is the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Summit School Services, managing legal affairs and corporate governance.
Theresa Shea
Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer at Utz Brands, Inc.
Theresa Shea is the Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at Utz Brands, Inc., leading the company's legal and compliance functions.
Tim Brennan
Associate General Counsel at Aon
Tim Brennan serves as Associate General Counsel at Aon, handling various legal responsibilities.
Event Details
- Date
- April 14-15, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- voco Chicago Downtown - Riverwalk
- Pricing
- $630 - $1,365
- Audience
- General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, Chief Legal Officers, Corporate Counsel, Senior Counsel, Legal Operation Directors, Law Firm Partners
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