Managing diversity and inclusion in the workplace is important as growing significance is placed on creating environments where a variety of different voices are encouraged and heard. In this series of events, attendees heard from different panels on the challenges in implementing D&I programs, as well as current and future initiatives to effectively implement D&I policies.
First Panel: July 19, 2017
Moderated by: Rekha Chiruvolu, Manager of Diversity and Inclusion, Nixon & Peabody
Panelists:
Linda T. Coberly, Managing Partner Chicago Office, Winston & Strawn LLP
Scott Fisher, Managing Partner, Neal Gerber & Eisenberg
Kalin Fuzail, Senior IP Attorney and Member of BP's Diversity and Inclusion Team, BP
Tracy O'Flaherty, Vice President, Associate General Counsel Litigation, Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Location: Nixon Peabody
Co-Host Organization: IPLAC Corporate Committee, IPLAC Women in IP Committee
Second Panel: December 6, 2017
Moderated by: Alison Vance, Senior Counsel, Employment and Benefits, Fortune Brands Home & Security
Panelists:
Judge Susan E. Cox, Magistrate Judge, Northern District of Illinois
Linda T. Coberly, Managing Partner Chicago Office, Winston & Strawn LLP
Tracy O'Flaherty, Vice President, Associate General Counsel Litigation, Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Location: Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Co-Host Organization: IPLAC Corporate Committee, IPLAC Women in IP Committee