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Network (ILN). She develops strategies and implementation plans to achieve the ILN’s goals, and shares
responsibility with the Executive Director for recruitment, member retention, and a high level of service
to members. She is engaged in the legal industry to stay on top of trends, both in law firms and law firm
networks.
Susan Hackett, Esq., CEO, Legal Executive Leadership Susan founded Legal Executive Leadership in the
Fall of 2011 after serving for 22 years as the Senior Vice President and General Counsel of the
Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC] in Washington, DC. During her career at ACC, Susan
held a number of roles and responsibilities. Often referred to as the “voice of the in-house
bar,” she is most widely recognized for founding and fostering the ACC Value Challenge initiative (to
reconnect value to the cost of legal services), advancing “leading practices” and benchmarking
conversations for CLOs and law department operations executives, and driving ACC’s advocacy efforts
[including ACC’s amicus program, attorney-client privilege protection, the development of in-house legal
ethics and professionalism resources, testimony and representation before decision-making authorities,
in-house corporate responsibility initiatives, and multijurisdictional practice (MJP) reform].
Vincent Huck, Group Editor - Accountancy, International Accountancy Bulletin; The Open University
Postgraduate Certificate in Human Rights and Development Management City University
London, International journalism Rhodes University, Journalism Universidade de Coimbra,
International relations INSEEC, ECE Lyon, Diplôme de commerce Business, marketing,
finance.
Nancy Jessen, Senior Vice President – Legal Business Solutions, UnitedLex, Her focus also
includes operationalizing the vision through a resource plan that balances the use of internal
and external resources and the effective deployment of simplified processes and enabling
technology. Nancy is known for her depth of knowledge and passion for driving sustainable
improvement with her clients. During the course of her career, Nancy has supported and partnered with
the industry-leading organizations, including ACC (Association of Corporate Counsel) and IACCM
(International Association for Contract & Commercial Management) to define and promote industry best
practices that raises the understanding and effectiveness of organizations beyond her direct client base.
Imogen Lee, Director of International Marketing and Communications with a
demonstrated history of working in the professional services industry and B2B marketing.
Richard S. Levick, Esq., Chairman and CEO, Levick Strategies under his leadership, LEVICK
has set new standards in global communications and brand protection for corporations,
countries, and major institutions. Mr. Levick is one of the communications industry’s most
important spokespersons and thought leaders. A powerful advocate for the strategic
initiatives that companies must pursue in today’s perilous environment, he regularly addresses corporate
boards as well as industry and government leaders around the world, providing guidance on their most
complex communications and reputation management challenges. He is featured in, and authors,
countless articles, and is a frequent guest on prime time national and international television programs.
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Network (ILN). She develops strategies and implementation plans to achieve the ILN’s goals, and shares
responsibility with the Executive Director for recruitment, member retention, and a high level of service
to members. She is engaged in the legal industry to stay on top of trends, both in law firms and law firm
networks.
Susan Hackett, Esq., CEO, Legal Executive Leadership Susan founded Legal Executive Leadership in the
Fall of 2011 after serving for 22 years as the Senior Vice President and General Counsel of the
Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC] in Washington, DC. During her career at ACC, Susan
held a number of roles and responsibilities. Often referred to as the “voice of the in-house
bar,” she is most widely recognized for founding and fostering the ACC Value Challenge initiative (to
reconnect value to the cost of legal services), advancing “leading practices” and benchmarking
conversations for CLOs and law department operations executives, and driving ACC’s advocacy efforts
[including ACC’s amicus program, attorney-client privilege protection, the development of in-house legal
ethics and professionalism resources, testimony and representation before decision-making authorities,
in-house corporate responsibility initiatives, and multijurisdictional practice (MJP) reform].
Vincent Huck, Group Editor - Accountancy, International Accountancy Bulletin; The Open University
Postgraduate Certificate in Human Rights and Development Management City University
London, International journalism Rhodes University, Journalism Universidade de Coimbra,
International relations INSEEC, ECE Lyon, Diplôme de commerce Business, marketing,
finance.
Nancy Jessen, Senior Vice President – Legal Business Solutions, UnitedLex, Her focus also
includes operationalizing the vision through a resource plan that balances the use of internal
and external resources and the effective deployment of simplified processes and enabling
technology. Nancy is known for her depth of knowledge and passion for driving sustainable
improvement with her clients. During the course of her career, Nancy has supported and partnered with
the industry-leading organizations, including ACC (Association of Corporate Counsel) and IACCM
(International Association for Contract & Commercial Management) to define and promote industry best
practices that raises the understanding and effectiveness of organizations beyond her direct client base.
Imogen Lee, Director of International Marketing and Communications with a
demonstrated history of working in the professional services industry and B2B marketing.
Richard S. Levick, Esq., Chairman and CEO, Levick Strategies under his leadership, LEVICK
has set new standards in global communications and brand protection for corporations,
countries, and major institutions. Mr. Levick is one of the communications industry’s most
important spokespersons and thought leaders. A powerful advocate for the strategic
initiatives that companies must pursue in today’s perilous environment, he regularly addresses corporate
boards as well as industry and government leaders around the world, providing guidance on their most
complex communications and reputation management challenges. He is featured in, and authors,
countless articles, and is a frequent guest on prime time national and international television programs.
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