MCCA (Minority Corporate Counsel Association)

Congratulations to our 2024 Sources of Success participant, Daniela Manrique Escobar, on being promoted to Assistant General Counsel at Intuit! Daniela is a part of MCCA’s Sources of Success Program, a highly competitive professional development program designed to empower mid-career attorneys with the skills and insights necessary to excel as leaders within their organizations. We are incredibly proud of Daniela’s accomplishments, and we look forward to continue supporting her throughout the Program! Interested in joining the next cohort? Learn more about MCCA’ Sources of Success Program here: https://bit.ly/mcca-sos.

We are thrilled to invite you to the MCCA Gala, our signature event dedicated to honoring those who embody MCCA’s mission and vision of creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive profession. This prestigious event will take place on October 15 at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY. 🌟 Celebrate Excellence: Recognize and celebrate the achievements of individuals and organizations, like our 2024 Employer of Choice Award Winner, Wells Fargo, who continues their steadfast commitment to creating a legal profession that is representative and inclusive of everyone. Join us in honoring Wells Fargo and hear remarks from Ellen Reilly Patterson, Senior Executive Vice President and General Counsel. ❗ The Gala registration deadline has been extended to Friday, October 11 at 11:59PM ET. Register now: https://bit.ly/45wVgs3 🏨 Need to Book a Hotel? Hurry, the hotel room block will end soon! We are currently accepting reservations at the New York Hilton Midtown. Reserve your room by September 23: https://bit.ly/4goB7te #MCCAGala #Leadership #DEI

MCCA is proud to announce Wesley Bizzell as the recipient of the 2024 Paula L. Ettelbrick Award. The Paula L. Ettelbrick Award is presented to an individual or an organization that has accomplished unparalleled achievements in advancing LGBTQ+ attorneys. This year’s honoree, Wesley D. Bizzell, serves as the Senior Assistant General Counsel, External Affairs, and Managing Director of Political Law and Ethics Compliance Programs for Altria. In this role, he provides counsel on matters relating to the political, legislative, lobbying, and corporate responsibility activities for the Altria family of companies. With over two decades of experience, Wesley has established himself as a leading authority on political compliance law and is a frequent speaker on these topics. Wesley’s unwavering commitment to the LGBTQ+ movement not only uplifts those within the community, but also inspires others to join in the fight for justice. By challenging norms and confronting adversity head-on, Wesley paves the way for a more inclusive and compassionate world, reminding us all that progress is possible when we stand in solidarity. MCCA is honored to recognize Wesley for his tremendous achievements and the impact he has made throughout his career. View the full announcement here: https://bit.ly/3XpeHiR The Paula L. Ettelbrick Award will be presented at MCCA's 2024 Creating Pathways to Diversity Conference on September 24, 2024 at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. Learn more about the Paula L. Ettelbrick Award and Wesley D. Bizzell here: https://bit.ly/3QbVPC5 #MCCAPathways #LGBTQIA Jean Lee (She/Her/Hers)

⏰ We are less than 2 weeks away from MCCA's 2024 Creating Pathways to Diversity Conference! Pathways provides multiple networking opportunities to connect with peers, influential general counsel, in-house counsel, firm partners, and thought leaders. Join attendees from Fortune 1000 companies and top law firms such as Amazon, Kirkland & Ellis, Meta, Microsoft, Mastercard, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, Thermo Fisher Scientific and more! 🍽️ Don’t miss out on our MCCA Dine-A-Rounds on Tuesday, September 24! This dinner event will take place at restaurants within walking distance of the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. Reservations will be arranged by MCCA and will range in size. Attendees must register and pre-pay for their meal ($225) online during registration in order to attend a Dine-A-Round dinner. Secure your spot today and get ready to build new connections: https://bit.ly/4b93is9 The registration deadline has been extended to Friday, September 20 at 11:59PM ET. #MCCAPathways #Networking #Connect

2024 MCCA Pathways Conference: Meet Our Distinguished Speaker Meet Michelle Banks, Strategic Advisor & Executive Coach at BarkerGilmore LLC Michelle is a prominent and unrelenting advocate for women and underrepresented groups in the legal industry. She served as Global General Counsel for Gap Inc. for ten years after working as legal counsel for the Golden State Warriors NBA team and Itochu Corporation in Tokyo. In her current role at BarkerGilmore, she specializes in coaching women general counsel. Michelle co-founded UCLA Law Women LEAD and Ms. JD’s LaddHer Up retreat and has received numerous national awards, including the American Bar Association’s “Margaret Brent Woman Lawyer of Achievement” award. Join us on September 24 in Scottsdale, AZ for the “Harnessing the Power of Age Diversity” session. ❗ Deadline Extended: Register for Pathways by Friday, September 20: https://bit.ly/4b93is9  #MCCAPathways #AgeDiversity #Law 

💡 Spotlight on our 2024 MCCA Pathways Conference Speakers Meet Yolanda Sanders (she/her), the Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Gap Inc. and Division General Counsel of Athleta. Yolanda’s expertise ranges from spearheading diversity initiatives to providing legal advice to multiple billion-dollar lifestyle brands. In 2020, she co-developed and launched Gap Inc.'s Commitments to Create For All, With All to foster an environment of belonging and increase diversity among legal leadership through strategic recruiting and engagement practices. In addition to her professional achievements, Yolanda actively volunteers in her community and has served on advisory boards for key diversity and inclusion organizations. Join us on September 24 in Scottsdale, AZ for the “MCCA’s Annual General Counsel Survey of the Fortune 500 & Fortune 1000: Pipeline Impact” session as Yolanda shares her insights into creating an inclusive workplace. ⏰ Only 1 week left to register for the Pathways Conference! Secure your spot today: https://bit.ly/4b93is9 #MCCAPathways #DEI #Belonging

📣 Get Ready for the 2024 MCCA Pathways Conference! Meet Jay Grant, the Chief Legal Officer of The Trade Desk, Inc. Jay’s journey in the legal industry is a testament to his dedication and expertise. Jay currently leads a global team of attorneys across 35 offices in 19 countries and is responsible for the governance and growth of The Trade Desk, Inc. His distinguished career includes serving as Executive Vice President & General Counsel at Univision Communications Inc.'s Digital and News divisions and an officer for over two dozen broadcasting networks, and more than 120 television and radio stations. Join us on September 24 in Scottsdale, AZ to hear Jay share his insights on the unique difficulties executives face in today’s corporate landscape as they forge a path to success. Register for Pathways by September 13: https://bit.ly/4b93is9 #MCCAPathways #Leadership #Success

2024 MCCA Pathways Conference Speaker Spotlight Meet Dariely Rodriguez, Acting Co-Chief Counsel for the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. Dariely is at the forefront of strategic litigation and advocacy, championing racial justice with passion and precision. Her impressive career includes directing the Economic Justice Project, serving as Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of Labor, and working as an Assistant Attorney General in New York. With her wealth of experience, Dariely is a leading expert on navigating anti-DEI backlash. Dariely currently serves as an adjunct Professor at the George Washington University Law School. Join us on September 23 in Scottsdale, AZ to hear Dariely Rodriguez share her expertise in managing anti-DEI backlash using system focused solutions. Register for Pathways by September 13: https://bit.ly/4b93is9 #MCCAPathways #Legal #DEI

2024 MCCA Pathways Conference Speaker Spotlight  Meet Richard Lui, News Anchor (MSNBC, NBC News, CNN), Author, and Filmmaker.  Richard Lui’s expertise spans politics, journalism, technology, filmmaking, publishing, and finance. He has spoken at over 500 community events addressing gender, race, and equity. In 2017, he established PRISCA, a nonprofit dedicated to action-based narrative change strategies. Richard is also a celebrated author and film director, known for his book "Enough About Me" and the documentaries 'Sky Blossom' and 'UNCONDITIONAL'. Notably, he is the first AAPI man to anchor a national daily news show. Join us on September 25 in Scottsdale, AZ for the “Crisis Management - DEI and Navigating a Challenging Election Year” session. Register for Pathways by September 13: https://bit.ly/4b93is9  #MCCAPathways #DEI #Election

2024 MCCA Pathways Conference Speaker Spotlight Meet Hossein Nowbar, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Vice President at Microsoft. Leading a multidisciplinary team, Hossein supports Microsoft’s global operations and is pivotal in shaping policy priorities, fostering public trust, and ensuring compliance. Passionate about AI, Hossein is leading the integration of Microsoft Copilot into the legal department to multiply the impact of pro bono efforts. Hossein is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion and is dedicated to empowering employees and community partners to create solutions that promote justice for all. Join us on September 24 in Scottsdale, AZ to hear Hossein Nowbar share his personal and professional strategies for navigating his path to success. Register for Pathways today: https://bit.ly/4b93is9 #MCCAPathways #Leadership #Development