The Essentials Re-imagined

Forget the old playbook. The Essentials Re-imagined is a member-exclusive virtual series designed for legal professionals at all levels who want to revisit the essentials—not as they were, but as they need to be now.


In an industry reshaped by technological transformation and evolving expectations, this series redefines core leadership and professional skills through a contemporary lens. Each interactive session blends timeless principles with modern strategies, helping you lead with clarity, confidence, and relevance in today’s dynamic environment.


Register to join the hour-long sessions live, or watch the recordings on your own time. Participate in the whole series, or mix and match sessions to build a custom series for you.


The Series

The New Communication Code

Friday, September 5, 2025

12:00 - 1:00 PM ET

Virtual


TED Conferences believes that "powerful ideas, powerfully presented, move us: to feel something, to think differently, to take action." Who better to kick off The Essentials Re-imagined than TED's General Counsel, Nishat Ruiter?


Learn her tips on communicating with clarity, empathy, and influence in a digital-first world -- some of which are used by TED presenters when preparing their 18-minute (or less) remarks. Hear how she has fine-tuned her communication style throughout her career.


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Nishat Ruiter, General Counsel and Secretary, TED Conferences 

Beyond the Badge

Monday, September 29, 2025

3:00 - 4:00 PM ET

Virtual


Practical strategies to navigate conferences with purpose to build powerful professional circles and lasting business development relationships.


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Paula Edgar, CEO, PGE Consulting Group

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Bernadette Catalana, Partner-in-Charge of New York, Thompson Coe

Moderator

Presence at the Podium

Thursday, November 13, 2025

12:00 - 1:00 PM ET

Virtual


Finding opportunities to cultivate executive presence.

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Jaime Drozd, Managing Partner, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Decision-Making in the Age of Uncertainty 

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

12:00 - 1:00 PM ET

Virtual


Tools and mindsets for navigating ambiguity with confidence. NAWL's (un)conference is a great next step after this session.

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Stacey Friedman, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, JPMorgan Chase 

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Jami McKeon, Chair, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

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Karen Richardson, Executive Director, National Association of Women Lawyers

Moderator

Feedback That Fuels Growth

Coming February 2026

Virtual


Giving and receiving feedback that actually drives performance.


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Jennifer Ivan, Associate General Counsel, Experiences & Devices, Microsoft