“From Crisis to Continuity: Building a Business Succession Plan That Works”

Unexpected leadership changes can disrupt—or even derail—a business. This program shows you how to turn that risk into a manageable, strategic process. We’ll explore how to assemble crucial records, bring the right decisionmakers and professionals to the table, evaluate whether to continue, grow, or sell the business, memorialize your decisions in a usable plan, and prepare successors for their future roles. The result: a practical blueprint to help your company survive leadership transitions and preserve long-term value.

“Contract Confidence: The Six W’s Every Business Agreement Should Cover”

Behind every successful deal is a clear, well-drafted contract. This presentation walks business owners and managers through the “Six W’s” that every agreement should address: Who the parties are, What rights and obligations they have, When the contract begins and ends, Where disputes will be resolved, Why the arrangement was created, and What if circumstances change. Using practical examples, we’ll explore how answering these questions in writing can reduce misunderstandings, enhance predictability, and improve enforceability—so you’re not relying on handshakes and hope when it really counts.

“Future-Proofing Your Business: Estate Planning Strategies Every Owner Needs”

Owning a business keeps you busy, but carving out time to plan for the unexpected can mean the difference between stability and chaos. What happens if you can no longer run the business—does it dissolve, or does it thrive under a new decision-maker? This session breaks down practical, actionable strategies to safeguard your company, protect your family, and empower your key employees in the event of death, incapacity, or major life changes.

“Your Business Lawyer: How to Choose the Right One—and Work Together Effectively”

Growing businesses need trusted legal guidance to stay compliant and unlock opportunities. This session breaks down how to find the right lawyer, what to ask during an initial consultation, how to negotiate engagement terms, and how to collaborate productively once the work begins. With these insights, business leaders can build strong attorney-client relationships that support smart decisions, efficient operations, and long-term success.

“Leading Through Crisis: Lessons from Coordinating the 9/11 Legal Response”

Unexpected crises can disrupt operations, unsettle teams, and test an organization’s resilience. Drawing from firsthand experience coordinating large-scale legal and business assistance efforts in New York City after 9/11, this presentation offers practical insights for today’s business leaders. We’ll explore how clear communication, structured decision-making, team safety planning, client outreach, and strategic partnerships can strengthen your organization’s response to any emergency—from natural disasters to operational disruptions. Attendees will leave with actionable guidance for protecting their people, stabilizing their business, and leading with purpose when it matters most.

“Smart HR: The Top 10 Do’s and Don’ts for Reducing Risk and Strengthening Your Workforce”

With legal requirements, reporting obligations, and management decisions coming from all directions, employers can easily feel overwhelmed. This presentation breaks the landscape into ten clear do’s and don’ts that help companies stay compliant, make informed decisions, and create healthier workplaces. Learn how to structure policies, classify workers properly, handle job actions, secure necessary consents, maintain safe operations, and encourage workplace respect—all while aligning HR practices with long-term business strategy.

“The Employee Handbook Advantage: Clarity, Compliance, and Culture in One Document”

As businesses work to manage people, comply with complex laws, and stay productive, the employee handbook can be a quiet hero. This program explains how a thoughtfully drafted handbook can define the employment relationship, reflect your legal obligations, set clear standards for conduct and performance, explain compensation and benefits, and protect the company through signed acknowledgements. You’ll learn practical guidelines for drafting, updating, and using your handbook so it becomes a go-to management resource—not just a formality.

“From Headlines to Action: Empowering HR to Combat Sexual Harassment”

Intense media coverage has sparked concern, confusion, and urgency around workplace harassment. HR professionals are being asked to lead the way—but often without a clear roadmap. This program provides a practical, forward-thinking framework for understanding unlawful harassment, conducting effective investigations, and implementing prevention strategies that create meaningful, lasting cultural change.