The Sedona Conference Working Group 6 Annual Meeting 2026 is a premier event dedicated to addressing the complexities of international electronic information management, discovery, and disclosure. Organized by The Sedona Conference, a nonpartisan, nonprofit research and educational institute, this meeting brings together legal professionals, data protection authorities, and technologists to discuss and develop consensus-based solutions to cross-border legal challenges.
Key topics for the 2026 meeting include the evolution of discovery and disclosure laws in key jurisdictions worldwide, the impact of U.S. state privacy laws on cross-border data transfers and discovery, and responsible use of personal data in international business contexts. Sessions will also cover updates on European data protection regulations and enforcement, as well as the implications of artificial intelligence on existing Working Group 6 publications.
Attendees will have opportunities to engage in in-depth dialogues, participate in networking receptions, and collaborate with peers from various sectors. Notable speakers and dialogue leaders include experts from law firms, multinational corporations, and regulatory bodies, providing diverse perspectives on the challenges and developments in cross-border data management.
This meeting is essential for legal practitioners, compliance officers, data protection professionals, and technologists involved in international litigation and data governance. Participants will gain valuable insights into emerging legal trends, practical strategies for managing cross-border data issues, and the chance to contribute to the development of influential legal commentaries.
Speakers(29)
Alexander Filip
Data Protection Authority of Bavaria for the Private Sector
Andrea L. D'Ambra
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP
Anya Korolyov
Benjamin Piep
Briordy Meyers
Bryant Isbell
Dino Wilkinson
Dr. Martin Braun
WilmerHale
Eric Mandel
Eric Robinson
Franziska Fuchs
Robert Bosch GmbH
Hans-Ulrik von Bulow
Jeane Thomas
Jerami Kemnitz
Jim Calvert
Troutman Pepper Locke LLP
Kenneth J. Withers
Kevin F. Brady
Leeanne Mancari
Malte Duemeland
Robert Bosch GmbH
Matt Rotert
Meike Kamp
Morgan Magionos
Natascha Gerlach
Center for Information Policy Leadership
Nathan Stein
Nichole Sterling
Paul McDonagh Forde
Renato Opice Blum
Scott Atkinson
Fortinet, Inc.
Zee Kin Yeong
Event Details
- Date
- February 26-27, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
- DRIVE. Volkswagen Group Forum
- Audience
- Legal practitioners, compliance officers, data protection professionals, technologists
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending