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We are pleased to introduce the ILTA Content Teams and NextGen Innovators Group podcast series—an initiative designed to repackage high‑value, evergreen content in a format tailored for today's Next Gen legal professionals.
This series highlights compelling conversations and thought‑provoking discussions from recently delivered sessions, offering members an accessible way to stay informed, inspired, and connected to emerging ideas shaping the legal industry.
We are pleased to introduce the ILTA Content Teams and NextGen Innovators Group podcast series—an initiative designed to repackage high‑value, evergreen content in a format tailored for today's Next Gen legal professionals.
This series highlights compelling conversations and thought‑provoking discussions from recently delivered sessions, offering members an accessible way to stay informed, inspired, and connected to emerging ideas shaping the legal industry.
Every executive was once an expert—until the job demanded more than mastery. In this episode, we explore the pivotal shift from doing to leading, and what it really takes to make that leap.
- How do you evolve from technical excellence to strategic influence?
- What skills matter most when stepping into executive leadership—and which ones quietly fall away?
- What leadership cliché did you once believe, only to discard with experience?
- And what did you have to unlearn to thrive in your second or third C-suite role?
This episode bridges the gap between ambition and reality, offering honest reflections for anyone preparing to lead at the next level. If you’re standing at the edge of the leap—or already midair—this one’s for you.
Hear from CEO Joy Heath Rush and Board President Jason Dirkx as they recap event successes from 2025, membership growth, new volunteer roles, and what's ahead—including Leadership Days, EVOLVE 2026 in Denver, and ILTACON 2026 in Nashville.
Join host Mary Nehring and guests Tiffany McLean and LaToya Deese-Richardson for an empowering conversation about advocating for yourself in the workplace.
In this episode, the ILTA Women Who Lead team explores why self‑advocacy matters, the barriers many women face, and practical strategies for confidently articulating your value. Through real experiences, actionable tips, and inspiring stories, listeners will gain tools to speak up, seek opportunities, and champion their own growth.
To learn more about the Women Who Lead, visit: https://www.iltanet.org/resources/wwl2
To learn more about ILTA's myMentor program, visit: https://www.iltanet.org/resources/mymentor
Have you ever heard the saying, "We all have the same 24 hours in a day?" The problem is, we know that's not true. Beyoncé, for example, has a whole team of people to eliminate tasks and burdens from her life, leaving more time to focus on what she wants. IG programs need to “Beyoncé-ify” their workflows, i.e., develop procedures that reduce the burden of the incoming work to create bandwidth for other projects. AI has thrust Legal’s ROT problem into the spotlight, but who has time to clear out old data when hundreds of requests come through daily? This session highlighted case studies and insights from firms that have implemented a proactive approach, including how they got leadership's go-ahead and what they learned.
Moderator:
@Sarah Prause - Information Governance Senior Analyst, Latham & Watkins
Speaker:
@Crystal McFarland - Director of IG, Taft, Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Recorded on 01-27-2026.
Leadership often comes wrapped in glossy language—vision, impact, influence. But behind the brochure lies a messier truth. In this episode, we step into the stories executives rarely tell: the moments that looked impressive on paper but felt anything but behind the scenes.
- That “C-suite moment” that checked every box—except the one labeled fulfillment
- The disconnect between expectations and reality, and how leaders navigate the emotional fallout
- The conversations you wish you could have had, but didn’t - And the quiet recalibrations that keep you grounded when everything around you feels off-script
This episode moves past the polished narrative and into the lived experience of executive leadership. If you’ve ever felt like the role didn’t match the promise, you’re not alone—and this conversation proves it.
Practicing somatic awareness can help you manage your day, work, and life differently. In this podcast, the speakers dove into what somatic awareness is, provided practices to deepen your overall somatic awareness, and practiced several brief exercises.
Moderator:
Helen Stocklin-Enright, Legal Project Manager, Perkins Coie
Speaker:
Ruth Hauswirth, Special Counsel and Head of Litigation and eDiscovery Services, Cooley
Welcome to the kick-off of the 2026 myMentor Program! Registrations are now open.
We want you to hear from ILTAns like you about why they joined myMentor, what they found most valuable, and why they think you should participate as well.
Part 6 showcases Robbyn Andersen and Kimberly Romano, and you won't want to miss their insights!
If you would like more information about myMentor, please feel free to attend an information session we are hosting on Jan 13 - register here
Huge thanks to all our participants over this 6-part series!
Welcome to the kick-off of the 2026 myMentor Program! Registrations are now open.
We want you to hear from ILTAns like you about why they joined myMentor, what they found most valuable, and why they think you should participate as well.
Part 5 showcases Alexa Isaacs, Eric Halterman and Ana Karolinne Frota Dias, and you won't want to miss their insights!
If you would like more information about myMentor, please feel free to attend an information session we are hosting on Jan 13 - register here
As we look back at 2025 DEI podcasts, Jannise Vinson walks us through key lessons learned in each podcast.
Welcome to the kick-off of the 2026 myMentor Program! Registrations are now open.
We want you to hear from ILTAns like you about why they joined myMentor, what they found most valuable, and why they think you should participate as well.
Part 4 showcases Christine Becker chatting with Rex Balboa, John Graves, Erin Cunningham and Tim Doody, and you won't want to miss their insights!
If you would like more information about myMentor, please feel free to attend one of the information sessions we are hosting:
Dec 12 or Jan 13 - register here
Welcome to the kick-off of the 2026 myMentor Program! Registrations are now open.
We want you to hear from ILTAns like you about why they joined myMentor, what they found most valuable, and why they think you should participate as well.
Part 3 showcases Christine Becker talking with Reid Cram, Christine Dauchez and Jared Gullbergh and you won't want to miss their insights!
If you would like more information about myMentor, please feel free to attend one of the information sessions we are hosting:
Dec 12 or Jan 13 - register here
Join LexisNexis for a discussion on how AI is reshaping the legal tech industry—and how LexisNexis is turning it into a true strategic asset. Want to learn more about LexisNexis? Check out their website: https://www.lexisnexis.com
Welcome to the kick-off of the 2026 myMentor Program! Registrations are now open.
We want you to hear from ILTAns like you about why they joined myMentor, what they found most valuable, and why they think you should participate as well.
Part 2 showcases Kim Thomas, Mayisha Khan and Francine Zangwill and you won't want to miss their insights!
If you would like more information about myMentor, please feel free to attend one of the information sessions we are hosting:
Dec 11, Dec 12 or Jan 13 - register here
In this Voices episode, the speakers explored LDI—a new organization and framework designed to showcase how data skills and approaches transcend traditional boundaries. They also discussed how leveraging data strategies can unlock value across diverse use cases, driving innovation and adaptability in the legal tech landscape
Moderator:
Monique Sever, Litigation Support & eDiscovery Supervisor, Harper Grey LLP
Speakers:
Kelly Friedman, Partner, Heuristica Discovery
Paul Park, Director, Data Breach, Cyber and Data eDiscovery Solutions, BDO
Welcome to the kick-off of the 2026 myMentor Program! Registrations are now open.
We want you to hear from ILTAns like you about why they joined myMentor, what they found most valuable, and why they think you should participate as well.
Part 1 showcases Michael Klavansky and Skip Lohmeyer, and you won't want to miss their insights!
If you would like more information about myMentor, please feel free to attend one of the information sessions we are hosting:
Dec 11, Dec 12 or Jan 13 - register here or email mymentor@iltanet.org
Join Michael Foster, Laura Wenzel, and Paul Walker as they discuss all things iManage, from Data Management to Generative AI.
Want to learn more about iManage? Check out their website at www.imanage.com for more information or to get in contact!
In this Voices episode, the speakers dove into a critical workplace question: Does your employer value your output more than your well-being? They explored the balance (or imbalance) between productivity and employee care, shared insights on company culture, mental health, and what truly drives sustainable success.
Moderator:
Shannon Stevens, Legal Tech Enthusiast & Experienced Litigation Paralegal
Speakers:
Donna Medrek, Senior Director, Bluestar
Jonathan Sabin, Litigation Partner, Kane Kessler, P.C.
Adam Wehler, Director of eDiscovery and Litigation Technology, Smith Anderson
Ambition can be a powerful force—but when myths and missteps fuel it, the climb to the top can feel more like a trap than a triumph. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on executive leadership and ask: What’s really behind the chase for the title?
- Why would anyone actively pursue C-Suite roles?
- What are the wrong reasons to chase the C-suite—and how can you spot them before they derail your path?
- What did we think mattered in landing the role, only to discover it didn’t?
- And when the pressure peaks, have we ever considered walking away? What made us stay?
This episode hooks aspiring leaders early with honest reflections and hard-earned wisdom. If you’ve ever wondered whether the title is worth the trade-offs, this conversation is for you.



