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(Speed Networking Meetings Format)
Speed Networking Opportunities in:
Litigation. E-discovery. Contracts Management. Document Management. Data Privacy. Cyber Security. Risk. Compliance. Governance. Regulatory Affairs. Arbitration. Dispute Management. Forensics Investigations. Fraud & Corruption. White-Collar Crime. M&A. Legal Translation. Cloud Computing. Blockchain. AI. Legal Technology.
This event will gather a vast array of legal and technology professionals, such as In-house Counsel, General Counsel, Heads of Litigation and E-discovery, Contracts Managers, Data Privacy Heads, Heads of Risk and Compliance, Cyber Security Managers, Forensics and Investigation Managers, Head Legal and Company Secretaries, Chief Legal Officers, Law Firm Partners, Law Tech Professionals, and Service Providers.
ABOUT THE EVENT
The Global Litigation & E-Discovery ConfEx is a premier event that will take place in New York, USA on October 17th, 2023. The conference will unify a diverse group of legal professionals, including in-house counsel, general counsel, heads of litigation and e-discovery, contracts managers, data privacy heads, heads of risk and compliance, cyber security managers, forensics and investigation managers, head legal and company secretaries, chief legal officers, law firm partners, and law tech professionals.
The event will feature keynote addresses, case study presentations, collaborative round table discussions, and exhibitions. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and exchange ideas with peers on the latest trends and best practices in litigation and e-discovery. The Global Litigation & E-Discovery ConfEx is a must-attend event for legal professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving field.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
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Join a dynamic conference at the intersection of law and technology, where a large number of speakers and participants will convene.
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Explore the latest industry trends and innovations presented by national and international speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors.
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Establish valuable connections with Bar Associations and Media Partners to expand your professional network.
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Gain valuable knowledge through engaging keynote addresses, exclusive case study presentations, roundtable discussions, and business dialogues.
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Engage with C-level executives and decision-makers to generate new business leads and opportunities.
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Take advantage of robust networking opportunities, allowing all attendees to connect with other professionals in their respective fields and build relationships that may lead to future collaborations.
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Participate in and contribute to collaborative roundtable discussions to share insights and perspectives, ensuring an inclusive and collaborative dialogue.
KEY SPEAKERS
Chuck Kellner
Strategic Discovery Advisor,
Everlaw
Jason Scott
Senior Director,
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Kerianne Tobitsch
Partner,
Jones Day
David Cohen
Partner,
Reed Smith LLP
Viktoriya Torchinsky-Field
Vice President, Legal, Avantor, Inc.
Sylvia Simson
Shareholder,
Greenberg Traurig LLP
Rich Boone
Partner,
Wilson Elser LLP
Paul Gupta
Partner,
Rimon P C
Denise Backhouse
Shareholder, eDiscovery Counsel, Littler Mendelson PC
James Sherer
Partner, Co-Chair Emerging Tech Team, Leader Information Governance and AI Practices, BakerHostetler LLP
Michael Lazaroff
Partner, Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution,
Rimon PC
Craig Weiner
Partner,
Blank Rome LLP
Marvin Lowenthal
Associate,
Cohen & Gresser LLP
Jessica Fisher
Senior Counsel, Global Legal Investigations,
IBM
Joseph Tucker
Senior Vice-President & Director Of Major Litigation,
Fidelity National Financial
Harry Halikias
Associate Director, Cybersecurity,
The New York Public Library
Hershy Stern
General Counsel,
Garden Healthcare
Massimo F. D'Angelo
Partner,
Blank Rome LLP
Brad Schaffel
Senior Manager - eDiscovery
& Lit Support,
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
Adam Gross
Principal,
Jackson Lewis P.C.
Sandra Metallo-Barragan
eDiscovery Counsel,
Proskauer
B. Ted Howes
Partner, U.S. Leader of the International Arbitration practice, Mayer Brown LLP
Jesse Melman
Senior Counsel, Compliance
& Ethics,
Zoom
Adam Ross Mandelsberg
Partner (Commercial Litigation), Perkins Coie LLP
Bansri M. McCarthy
Associate,
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Siddartha Rao
Commercial Litigation Attorney
and Partner,
Romano Law PLLC
Kristin Meister
Director and Litigation, Enforcement, and Investigations Counsel,
Crédit Agricole CIB
Elyse Glazer
Associate General Counsel,
HSBC
Sara Farber
Sr. Litigation Counsel and
Director of Privacy,
Standard Industries
Ayana Free
Global Head of Litigation and Regulatory Compliance,
Via Transportation, Inc.
Christine Rodriguez
Partner,
Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP
Lydia Reynolds
Principal Counsel, Litigation,
Farfetch
Stacey Blaustein
Counsel,
IBM Corporation
David Simons
Partner,
Boies Schiller Flexner LLP
Monica Wahba
Assistant General Counsel,
Reckitt Benckiser LLC
Scott E. Wortman
Partner, Financial Institutions Litigation and Regulatory Compliance Group, Blank Rome LLP
Hal Shaftel
Shareholder,
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Alex Patchen
Litigation Partner,
Liston Abramson LLP
Amy Walsh
White Collar Defense Partner,
Orrick
Megan Ryan
Chief Legal Officer,
Nassau Health Care Corp
Brandon Seltenrich
Vice President, Privacy,
Paramount
Gary Eisenberg
Partner,
Perkins Coie LLP
Teisha Johnson
Partner,
Baker McKenzie
Ricky Brooman
Director of Litigation Support Services,
Saul Ewing LLP
Craig Tractenberg
Partner,
Fox Rothschild LLP Partner
Philip Weldon
Director of eDiscovery and Litigation Support Technology,
Kaplan Hecker & Fink LLP
Steve Din
Managing Director,
West 28th Street
Matthew R. Birnbaum
eDiscovery Solutions Attorney, Latham & Watkins
Srinivas Kotni
Founder & Managing Partner, Lexport
Thania Charmani
Securities Litigation Associate, Winston & Strawn LLP
Nilda Isidro
Shareholder,
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Andrew Peck
Senior Counsel,
DLA Piper
AGENDA
(Speed Networking Meetings Format)
(08:00 AM – 06:00 PM Local Time)
08:00 AM – Onwards
Conference Registration
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Networking Tea with Speakers & Delegates
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Informal Networking with Exhibitors
08:45 AM – 09:30 AM
Speed Networking Meetings: Connecting Counsel, Law Firm Partners, and Service Providers
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Participate in our dynamic "Speed Networking Meetings," where General Counsel, Law Firm Partners, and Service Providers come together for engaging and insightful discussions.
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It's an unparalleled opportunity to forge new relationships, gather unique perspectives, and explore key issues that are of interest.
09:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Collaborative Round Table Discussions 1
Managing disputes related to fraud, corruption, and white-collar crimes in the USA region
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Latest trends in fraud and fraud detection methods
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Understanding attitudes toward fraud in the USA region
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Conducting fraud risk assessments to mitigate risks
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Identifying common fraud issues in M&A and investments
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Effective due diligence to uncover deal breakers and mitigate risks
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Improving anti-fraud policies and procedures
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Developing a harmonious litigation strategy to address fraud issues
Speakers:
Massimo D'Angelo, Partner,Blank Rome LLP
Sylvia Simson, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig LLP
Jessica Fisher, Senior Counsel, IBM
Elyse Glazer, Associate General Counsel, HSBC
Jesse Melman, Senior Counsel, Compliance & Ethics, Zoom
Amy Walsh, White Collar Defense Partner, Orrick
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM
Keynote Address 1
Exploring the Changing Landscape of Litigation and E-discovery: Navigating legal GRC
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Convergence of GRC, litigation and e-discovery
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AI & blockchain technology and its impact on litigation and e-discovery
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Benefits of e-discovery technology for organizations
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GRC-focused use cases for data governance/e-discovery
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Adapting to evolving data challenges and business needs
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Strategies and technologies to mitigate new data risks
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Holistic approach to legal GRC challenges
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Processes to avoid e-discovery sanctions
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Insights on how blockchain has been used in e-discovery and litigation
Speakers:
David Cohen, Partner, Reed Smith LLP
Kerianne Tobitsch, Partner, Jones Day
10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Keynote Address 2
How to build generative AI for ediscovery
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How generative AI differs from self-contained applications
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Strategies for increasing user control, confidence, and transparency
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Potential use cases for generative AI in the ediscovery process
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How to engineer AI tools for privacy, security, and quality
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Tips for successful change enablement
Speaker:
Chuck Kellner, Strategic Discovery Advisor, Everlaw
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11:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Informal Networking & Tea Break
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Networking Tea with Speakers & Delegates
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Informal Networking with Exhibitors
11:45 AM – 12:05 PM
Exclusive Case Study Presentation 1
12:05 PM – 12:25 PM
Exclusive Case Study Presentation 2
12:25 PM – 01:10 PM
Collaborative Round Table Discussions 2
Exploring Alternative Dispute Resolution in the USA: Arbitration vs. Mediation and Beyond
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How does the USA market stand to capture the increasing volume of international arbitrations?
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Recent amendments to the arbitration & dispute rule & regulations in USA
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Should arbitration be used instead of litigation?
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Can mediation be effectively used in connection with arbitration? If so, at what stage?
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How effective is mediation generally? In what circumstances or jurisdictions is it most effective?
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Should companies include mediation clauses in their standard commercial contracts?
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Is there a particular format best used for incorporating mediation into a dispute resolution clause?
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Mediation: what in-house counsels expect?
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Binding ADR (decision of third-party)
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Dispute resolution in the court system
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Advantages/disadvantages of arbitration over the courts
Speakers:
Kristin Meister, Senior Counsel, IDEMIA
Craig Weiner, Partner, Blank Rome LLP
Paul Gupta, Partner, Rimon P C
Richard Boone, Partner, Wilson Elser LLP
Alex Patchen, Managing Partner, Liston Abramson LLP
Hal Shaftel, Partner, Greenberg Traurig LLP
Craig Tractenberg, Partner, Fox Rothschild LLP
Siddartha Rao, Litigation Partner, Romano Law, PLLC
Viktoriya Torchinsky-Field, Vice President, Legal, Avantor, Inc.
Adam Gross, Principal, Jackson Lewis P.C.
B. Ted Howes, Partner, U.S. Leader of the International Arbitration practice, Mayer Brown LLP
Monica Wahba, Assistant General Counsel, Reckitt Benckiser LLC
Lydia Reynolds, Principal Counsel, Litigation, Farfetch
01:10 PM – 02:00 PM
Informal Networking & Lunch Break
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Networking Lunch with Speakers & Delegates
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Informal Networking with Exhibitors
02:00 PM – 02:30 PM
Speed Networking Meetings: Connecting Counsel, Law Firm Partners, and Service Providers
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Participate in our dynamic "Speed Networking Meetings," where General Counsel, Law Firm Partners, and Service Providers come together for engaging and insightful discussions.
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It's an unparalleled opportunity to forge new relationships, gather unique perspectives, and explore key issues that are of interest.
02:30 PM – 03:00 PM
Keynote Address 3
GRC software: Enabling efficient management of risks, compliance, and governance, reducing liabilities and ensuring effective decision-making
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Deploy technology to mitigate risks and close gaps effectively
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Improve business resilience through risk management best practices
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Navigate complex regulations and stay alert to regulatory changes
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Sync policies and procedures with evolving regulations
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Track compliance enforcement actions and litigation efficiently
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Manage regulatory engagements for effective communication and improved results
03:00 PM – 03:20PM
Exclusive Case Study Presentation 3
03:20 PM – 03:40 PM
Exclusive Case Study Presentation 4
03:40 PM – 04:25 PM
Collaborative Round Table Discussions 3
The Evolving Landscape of Litigation: Advancements and Accessibility for the Future
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What resources are needed to resolve disputes effectively?
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Who should do the work – barristers, solicitors, external experts, or algorithms?
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What contributes to the escalation of cost?
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The disclosure pilot and the impact of innovative technology
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Litigation funding and alternative fee arrangements
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Leaning into an online future
Speakers:
Christine Rodriguez, Partner, Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP
Thania Charmani, Senior Associate, Winston & Strawn
Scott Wortman, Partner, Blank Rome LL
Ayana Free, Global Head of Litigation and Regulatory Compliance, Via Transportation, Inc.
Gary Eisenberg, Partner, Perkins Coie LLP
James Sherer, Partner, Co-Chair Emerging Tech Team, Leader Information Governance and AI Practices, BakerHostetler LLP
04:25 PM – 04:30 PM
Informal Networking & Tea Break
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Networking Tea with Speakers & Delegates
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Informal Networking with Exhibitors
04:30 PM – 05:15 PM
Collaborative Round Table Discussions 4
Cross-Border Litigations & E-discovery Privacy Issues: Current Trends and Effective Strategies
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Strategies for cross-border insolvency disputes of foreign and US companies involving multiple jurisdictions
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Multinational data relocation for US discovery?
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Effective multi-jurisdictional privacy policies
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Regulatory Compliance issues and litigations in energy sector
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Managing personal data transfers between parent and subsidiaries
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Tax litigations covering Treaty shopping arrangements and transfer pricing
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Executing foreign awards in US & UK Jurisdiction
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Technology – An essence for efficient and transparent Litigation processes
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Strategies for cross-border litigation
Speakers:
Adam Mandelsberg, Partner, Perkins Coie LLP
Sara Farber, Sr. Litigation Counsel and Director of Privacy, Standard Industries
Marvin Lowenthal, Associate, Cohen & Gresser LLP
Denise Backhouse, Shareholder, eDiscovery Counsel, Littler Mendelson PC
Andrew Peck, Senior Counsel, DLA Piper
05:15 PM – 06:00 PM
Collaborative Round Table Discussions 5
Balance tech and human expertise in litigation and E-discovery to ensure efficiency and ethics
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Keeping up with evolving litigation trends in growing markets
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Embracing an increasingly digital future for legal proceedings
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COVID-19's impact on discovery tool adoption and remote hearings
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Harnessing the potential of Artificial Intelligence in e-discovery
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The continued prevalence of virtual hearings and trials
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Improving access to justice and predicting case outcomes
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Changing roles and responsibilities of e-discovery professionals
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Overcoming communication and data management challenges of remote work
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Antitrust and competition litigation in the post-COVID-19 world
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The role of digital forensics in litigation and investigation
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Uncovering evidence of unlawful behavior from computer server images
Speakers:
Ricky Brooman, Director of Litigation Support Services, Saul Ewing LLP
Harry Halikias, Associate Director, Cybersecurity, The New York Public Library
Bansri McCarthy, Associate, Morgan Lewis
Steve Din, Managing Director, West 28th Street
Brad Schaffel, Senior Manager - eDiscovery & Litigation Support, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
Nilda Isidro, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Jason Scott, Senior Director, Bristol Myers Squibb
Philip Weldon, Director of eDiscovery and Litigation Support Technology, Kaplan Hecker & Fink LLP
Matthew R. Birnbaum, eDiscovery Solutions Attorney, Latham & Watkins
Teisha Johnson, Partner, Baker McKenzie
Sandra Metallo-Barragan, eDiscovery Counsel, Proskauer
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(From 01 Sept. 2023: US$ 1499)
06:00 PM – 06:05 PM
Thank You Note & Closing Remarks
Thank you note in the presence of all speakers, sponsors & global delegates who made this event happen with their undaunting support and participation.
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**A collaborative round table discussion is a group conversation format where individuals from different backgrounds and experiences come together to discuss a specific topic or issue. Unlike traditional presentations or lectures, where one person is the primary speaker, round table discussions encourage all participants to share their ideas, experiences, and perspectives
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TESTIMONIALS
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Thomas George
Senior Director, Patent
Samsung Research America, USA
"I am grateful for the opportunity to participate as a speaker in this year's event, and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I look forward to the possibility of working together in the future. Please find my responses to your questions below, and I hope you have a great day."
Ksenia Takhistova
Vice Chair, Director and Legal Counsel, CME Group of ACS NY USA
"I believe that the event has been beneficial for our business as we have received many potential leads. We are satisfied with the quality of leads we have received thus far."
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Business Development Director, EMEA & MENA, Global Lingo
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