WGCC Summer 2026 Networking Circles

Dates: July 28 & 29, August 18 & 20, 2026

Time: Circle times vary; please visit the registration page for the full schedule.

Location: Virtual via Zoom

Circle Topic: WGCC Leadership Series: Leading Beyond Legal - Navigating the Expanding General Counsel Mandate

Circle Summary:

Today’s General Counsel role extends far beyond legal risk management. Many legal leaders now oversee broader portfolios that include compliance, privacy, HR, culture, ESG, government affairs, investigations, and operational leadership, while serving as strategic advisers to executive teams and boards.

Join fellow WGCC members for an interactive discussion on how senior legal leaders are adapting to these growing expectations—balancing leadership, crisis management, organizational influence, board responsibilities, and personal sustainability. Together, we will explore practical approaches to managing complexity, leveraging AI and technology, and deciding what to stop doing in order to focus on what matters most.

What is a Networking Circle? 

The WGCC Networking Circles have been thoughtfully crafted to facilitate the discussion and exchange of ideas and insights among WGCC members, with a particular emphasis on legal leadership and professionalism and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). These small, informal groups offer an invaluable opportunity to forge connections with other WGCC members, expand your professional network and support system as you navigate the complex challenges that arise in legal executive roles.

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