Association of Corporate Counsel - Charlotte Chapter

09/02/2026

Thanks to all who joined us today at The Hamilton for a delicious lunch and our monthly Chapter Meeting and CLE, “2026: A Defining Year for Employee Benefits – The Conversations In‑House Counsel Should Be Having Now.”

A huge thank you to Heather Ryan and Brianna Hourihan for delivering an insightful, practical look at the most pressing benefits issues in‑house counsel should be tackling. And a big shout out to Troutman Pepper Locke for generously sponsoring this program and supporting our chapter!

08/25/2026

LIVE NOW | We’re diving into tonight’s CLE, “AI at Work: Navigating Employment Risks, Governance, and Compliance” at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery. Jason Campbell with Winston Taylor is walking us through how artificial intelligence is actively reshaping the way organizations recruit, hire, manage, and make employment‑related decisions.

A huge thank you to Jason for traveling here to Charlotte to be with us and share his expertise! And big thanks to Winston Taylor for hosting us at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery where our group is enjoying great drinks, great food, and most importantly, a timely discussion on this rapidly evolving topic.

08/24/2026

Thank you to all who joined us Saturday night on the red carpet for our 14th Annual Casino Night at Quail Hollow Club! We have professional photos on the way - but here is a sneak peek for those who were unable to join us! President Mary-Karen Bierman lit up the stage as our master of ceremonies, announcing every big winner with true red‑carpet flair!

The final numbers for our Nourish Up fundraiser are still coming in, and the spotlight isn’t off yet, there’s still time to donate. The link remains open this week: https://cvent.me/AoWRrb

Thank you to our sponsors who joined us: Warren Kruse, MSc., CISSP, Hunter McMahon, and Teddy Brown (iDiscovery Solutions, Inc.), Brian Ramos (FTI Consulting Technology), Michael Perrotto and Connor Mahoney (Wordsmith AI)

Big winners included: Shannon Hoff Duarte, Michelle Marchand, Amanda Cutler, George Walls, Nicole Gardner, Evan Reid, Jolee Wortham, Mary Gamble, Antoinette McRae, David Wolpa, Elizabeth Hynson-Baker

And a special shoutout to Matt Nolan, both an ACC Charlotte member and a member of the Association of Corporate Counsel Board of Directors, for joining us!

08/18/2026

Casino Night is THIS Saturday, and we’re thrilled to be at full capacity with a waitlist. This year’s red‑carpet‑ready, glam‑filled evening is set to shine! Even if you can’t join us this year, you can still be part of the impact as we partner with Nourish Up again with a goal to raise $7,000 to support neighbors facing food insecurity across the greater Charlotte area. Your donation, big or small, helps lift up our community. 🎲❤️♠️

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Whether you can't attend Casino Night, are looking to make an additional gift, or simply want to support the mission - thank you. Your generosity helps us reach our $7,000 goal in support of Nourish Up and the vital work they do to combat food insecurity in our community.

08/12/2026

Last night was such a meaningful evening of connection, service, and giving back. We were proud to come together with Poyner Spruill LLP in support of Dress for Success Charlotte, an organization that empowers women on their journeys toward economic independence. After a little happy hour and networking, we rolled up our sleeves and got to work organizing hangers, stuffing envelopes, and sorting and organizing clothing and purses that will help women feel confident and prepared for their next opportunity.

Thank you to all the members who joined us and a special thank you to Poyner Spruill for sponsoring this wonderful event! We are grateful for an evening spent doing good with great people and supporting such an important mission.

08/07/2026

We had a full July, and one event we’ve been excited to share is our volunteer day with Nourish Up. ACC Charlotte members rolled up their sleeves to sort donations, pack boxes, and prep food for neighbors facing food insecurity. It was simple, hands‑on work that really mattered. Huge thank you to everyone who came out and helped make a real difference for families across the Greater Charlotte area!

08/05/2026

Thank you to our members for joining us today at The Hamilton for a delicious lunch and an insightful CLE on the legal risks tied to customer loyalty programs. Suzanne Gainey walked us through how contract law, consumer protections, and privacy requirements intersect with modern loyalty strategies, including the growing role of economic incentives under comprehensive privacy laws. We appreciate Moore & Van Allen PLLC for sponsoring this event and supporting our chapter!

07/21/2026

Such a fun night at Dunbar Social. Big thank you to Kilpatrick for making it all happen! We had great food, easy conversation, and lots of fun in the Swing Suite — long drives, Hockey Shots, Baseball Pitching, Zombie Dodgeball… all of it. A great night with even better people - we love this community and being a part of all of the connections! Thanks to all who joined us!

07/15/2026

ACC Charlotte gathered today over lunch at The Hamilton Event Spaces for a sharp, practical discussion on minimizing risks that arise from third‑party accidents. Moderator Paul Osowski led an insightful conversation with panelists Bill Starr, Heyward Bouknight, and Williams Britt on accident investigations, preserving privilege, avoiding spoliation, managing employees, and navigating interactions with third parties and government agencies. Thank to all who joined us, and especially to Baker Donelson for sponsoring this CLE!

06/25/2026

Such a fantastic night with the women of ACC Charlotte with cocktails, charcuterie, conversation, and fresh new headshots! Huge thank you to Littler for sponsoring this beautiful evening and helping us create a space where our members could connect.