Join us for The L Suite’s inaugural Growth Summit! This event will examine the evolving role of General Counsels as they navigate growing demands to steer both legal and business strategies. Mainstage sessions will cover topics ranging from expanding into broader executive leadership roles to balancing daily operations with fundraising readiness. Learn how your peers are tackling the unique challenges of company growth to achieve both personal and organizational success. Engage in multiple rounds of choose-your-own-adventure style small group discussions and build lasting connections through interactive activities. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your network and leverage the collective expertise of your most valuable resource - your peers.
This is a curated, high-impact experience event for for legal leaders at: Growth or late stage private companies, such as those that are Series C+ or employ at least 150 people; public or PE-backed companies; and venture funds
If you’re a Series C+ TechGC member, a PubGC member, or a FundGC member, this event is for you – with content carefully designed to answer your most pressing questions, breakout sessions with GCs at companies most like yours, and a guest list of your closest peers. We hope you’ll join us.
*By invitation only for L Suite Members only (no additional cost for Members to attend). This event is intended for growth stage companies above 150 employees, late stage, public companies and funds, and the content will be geared towards this audience. Non-transferable. Learn more about L Suite Membership on our website: https://www.lsuite.co
** NY / CA CLE credits pending. This course is appropriate for both newly admitted and experienced attorneys. The L Suite has been certified by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board and State Bar of California as an Accredited Provider of continuing legal education. CLE provided by TechGC may be used for reciprocal credit or self-applying in other states.
Liz Simon, COO @ Industrious
David Dempsey, President & COO @ Heartbeat Health
Aaron Singer, Chief Strategy Officer & CLO @ Essor (Moderator)
This session will explore the realities of transitioning from General Counsel to broader business leadership, highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities that accompany moving beyond traditional legal roles. Attendees will gain practical insights into assessing their interest in and aptitude for this career path and strategies for identifying and evaluating growth opportunities to begin taking the necessary steps. Panelists will discuss the complexities of taking on executive responsibilities including oversight of compliance, risk management, workplace safety, human resources, and broader business operations. The session will also address tips for building trust with senior leadership, and specific resources to help you develop the emotional intelligence and management skills critical for success in business functions.
Alison Fraser, CLO @ Confluence
Inna Barmash, CLO & Corporate Secretary @ Amplify
Scott Bulua, GC @ Ramp
Jayshree Mahtani, GC & SVP, Operations @ Skillshare (Moderator)
Join us for an insightful panel discussion on overcoming the challenges of a prolonged pre-IPO phase, often referred to as "extended adolescence." As companies face heightened regulatory scrutiny, market volatility, and increased pressure to demonstrate sustained financial stability, it is essential to balance the legal complexities of daily operations with the strategic demands of preparing for future fundraising.
This session will explore best practices for maintaining corporate momentum while ensuring compliance with financial reporting requirements and governance standards critical to both traditional IPO approaches and various alternative exit strategies. Panelists will provide valuable insights into evaluating these options alongside broader strategic decision making around liquidity management and balancing competing priorities in cost reduction directives. From flexing your pre-IPO muscles to finding ways to remain resilient and energized, this session will offer practical guidance to ensure your organization is well-prepared to navigate the unique demands of this pivotal stage in your company's growth.
• AI Policy Development and Management: Leveraging Existing Frameworks
• AI Prompting For GCs: Innovative Use Cases
• AI: Supporting Innovation and Risk Management At Your Organization
• Buy-Side: Avoiding and Navigating Post-Merger Integration Challenges
• Cultivating GC Leadership Excellence
• Employee & IP Litigation Considerations Related to Borderless Teams
• Employee Litigation Considerations
• Evolving From GC to COO/President
• Executive Compensation: Trade Offs, Equity Education, & Various Exit Considerations
• From Private to Public - And Back Again: Navigating Career Changes in Different Sectors
• Geopolitical Turmoil: Managing The Business Impact
• Growth Stage Governance Checklist
• How the Current Market Impacts Potential Tech M&A Exits
• International Expansion: Strategies for Success
• IP Litigation Considerations
• IPO: Preparing for an IPO 18 Months in Advance
• Latest Regulatory Trends in AI
• Navigating M&A in Europe and the U.S. with Ease
• Navigating the IPO Landscape for Technology Companies - Market Insights and Essential Readiness Steps
• Navigating the Minefield: Interested Party Transactions in Challenging Times
• Negotiating Your Next GC Role
• Partnering with the C-Suite to Discover the Path to Profitability
• Preparing for a Board Meeting as GC
• Solo GC Survival: Succeeding as an Army of One
• Your Developers Want to Use AI – What Do You Need to Know?
Called “the gold standard for legal peer groups” and “one of the best professional growth investments an in-house attorney can make,” The L Suite is an invitation-only community for in-house legal executives. Over 2,000 members have access to 300+ world-class events per year, a robust online platform where leaders ask and answer pressing questions and share exclusive resources, and industry- and location-based salary survey data.
For more information, visit lsuite.co.
