Association of Corporate Counsel - Charlotte Chapter

Association of Corporate Counsel - Charlotte Chapter ACC Charlotte serves in-house corporate counsel members in the Greater Charlotte area. For more information please visit www.acc.com.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
704.999.0814
[email protected]
P.O. Box 2964 Huntersville, NC 28070
https://www.acc.com/chapters-networks/chapters/charlotte

ABOUT ACC-CHARLOTTE

The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is a global bar association that promotes the common professional and

business interests of in-house counsel who work for corporations, associations and other private-sector organizations through education, information, networking opportunities and advocacy initiatives. The Charlotte Chapter is a rapidly growing organization with over 700 members located in the heart of the dynamic corporate and financial center of North Carolina. We offer our members a wide-variety of events throughout the year, including monthly chapter meetings, firm CLE events, social and networking events, Annual GC/CLO dinner, our Annual Gala Event, Casino Night Fundraiser, Affinity Groups events and Pro Bono events. Ten outstanding local law firms serve as our strategic sponsors, offering top-quality CLE programs which have been approved for 1 hour of CLE credit in North Carolina. As a member, you have the opportunity to participate in a variety of committees which help shape the direction of the chapter. We strive to keep our members well informed through the monthly chapter meetings, email communications and our quarterly newsletter, which includes chapter news, a schedule of upcoming events and recognition of member achievements. The Charlotte Chapter serves in-house counsel not only in the large Charlotte metropolitan area but also the cities of Winston-Salem, Hickory, Asheville, Boone and Fort Mill, South Carolina. For more information on our activities contact Jane Nohr, Charlotte Chapter Executive Director, at 704.999.0814 or [email protected].
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2025 STRATEGIC SPONSORS

PLATINUM SPONSORS:
Bradley
Parker Poe

GOLD LEVEL SPONSORS:
Shumaker

SILVER LEVEL SPONSORS:
Fox Rothschild
Littler
Ogletree Deakins
Troutman Pepper Locke
Moore & Van Allen
Womble Bond Dickinson (US)
Robinson Bradshaw

BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORS:
Alston & Bird
Kilpatrick
Poyner Spruill
McGuireWoods
Winston & Strawn
Baker Donelson

INTRODUCTORY SPONSORS:
Cadwalader Wickersham & Taft LLP
Ford Harrison LLP
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP
Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Williams Mullen
Winston & Strawn LLP
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2025 CHAPTER LEADERSHIP

PRESIDENT: Heyward Bouknight
PRESIDENT ELECT & ADVOCACY LIAISON: Mary-Karen Bierman
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Jane Nohr
ASST. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Kathleen Smits
VICE PRESIDENT: Alysja Carlisle
SECRETARY: Megan Scholz
TREASURER: Tim Lendino
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Lisa LaVigne
MEMBERSHIP CHAIR: Mandy Schuller
SPONSORSHIP & PROGRAMMING CHAIR: Jake Gehron
SOCIAL CHAIR: Siri Swayampu
COMMUNITY MATTERS CHAIR: Anna O'Neal
WOMEN'S GROUP CHAIR: Michelle Marchand
MANUFACTURING AFFINITY GROUP CHAIR: Kevin Chapman
NEW TO IN-HOUSE AFFINITY GROUP CHAIRS: Bob Fleischacker, Burton Powell

BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Kerry-Ann Archer
Keith Atkinson
Anna Blackwelder
Burgin Hardin
Drew Slabaugh

Thank you to Diane Costigan, Elizabeth Ireland, and Kobi Brinson of Winston Taylor for hosting yesterday’s Professional ...
06/24/2026

Thank you to Diane Costigan, Elizabeth Ireland, and Kobi Brinson of Winston Taylor for hosting yesterday’s Professional Development Lunch on Effective Delegation at the Winston Taylor office. They provided actionable takeaways and practical frameworks for elevating leadership impact. We appreciate your expertise and partnership in supporting our in-house counsel community! Thanks to all our members who joined us for this valuable session!

We’re thrilled to share that ACC Charlotte was just named a 2025 Gold Chapter of Distinction! This recognition celebrate...
06/22/2026

We’re thrilled to share that ACC Charlotte was just named a 2025 Gold Chapter of Distinction! This recognition celebrates our chapter’s leadership, member engagement, and commitment to fostering a community where in‑house counsel can connect, grow, and lead. Our Chapter's success depends on the involvement of our Board, volunteers, sponsors, and members so thank you to each of you for making this achievement possible!

Today, ACC Charlotte reflects on the strength, history, and resilience honored on Juneteenth, and most importantly, we c...
06/19/2026

Today, ACC Charlotte reflects on the strength, history, and resilience honored on Juneteenth, and most importantly, we celebrate the meaningful freedom this day represents!

Last night’s mixology class at Elsewhere  in SouthEnd was the perfect blend of craft and creativity. We learned how to r...
06/19/2026

Last night’s mixology class at Elsewhere in SouthEnd was the perfect blend of craft and creativity. We learned how to reimagine classic vodka and whiskey cocktails (plus some elevated zero‑proof options) all while enjoying an amazing charcuterie board!

Huge thanks to Fox Rothschild LLP attorneys Jeff MacHarg, Jon Heyl, and Catherine Mitchell for hosting us! And an extra‑special shoutout to Nikki Griffin for her *fantabulous* on‑site event coordination (a very official adjective, courtesy of Jeff - but we couldn’t agree more!).

Such a fun night with great cocktails and even better people. Thanks to all who joined us!

Last Thursday was something special! Our members teamed up with Moore & Van Allen and First Gen Success to create encour...
06/15/2026

Last Thursday was something special! Our members teamed up with Moore & Van Allen and First Gen Success to create encouragement cards for the incoming Class of 2027 scholars. The messages were thoughtful, inspiring, and full of heart… exactly the kind of support these young women deserve as they begin their first‑generation college journeys. Thank you to Moore & Van Allen for sponsoring the evening and to everyone who joined us to make an impact. The Class of 2027 is going to feel the love!

Last Friday’s New Member Lunch was a fantastic success! Members of our Executive Board, Membership Committee, and attorn...
06/09/2026

Last Friday’s New Member Lunch was a fantastic success! Members of our Executive Board, Membership Committee, and attorneys from our Platinum Sponsor, Bradley, had the pleasure of welcoming our newest members and sharing information about the resources, events, and networking opportunities available through our chapter. Thank you to everyone who joined us for great conversation and a delicious lunch at Paco’s Tacos!

Thanks to all who joined us today for our monthly Chapter Meeting at The Hamilton Event Spaces, featuring Keith Weddingt...
06/03/2026

Thanks to all who joined us today for our monthly Chapter Meeting at The Hamilton Event Spaces, featuring Keith Weddington’s Annual Employment Law Update. This year he was joined by Lucy Anderson, and together they made this another informative and engaging CLE. Huge thank you to these wonderful speakers and to Platinum sponsor Parker Poe for sponsoring this presentation!

Today, we remember and honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. ACC Charlotte is grateful for th...
05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. ACC Charlotte is grateful for their service and their legacy. 🇺🇸

Last night’s social event at Dilworth Tasting Room was incredible. The wine was amazing, the food was SO good, and the w...
05/22/2026

Last night’s social event at Dilworth Tasting Room was incredible. The wine was amazing, the food was SO good, and the whole vibe made it easy to relax and just enjoy being together!

Huge thank you to Troutman Pepper Locke for sponsoring this social event and truly making this happen. Great people, great wine, great food. Could not have asked for a better evening with our ACC Charlotte community! Thanks so much to all who joined us!

Thank you to Alston & Bird for sponsoring tonight’s Ethics CLE | A Day in the Life of Lee Lawyer. This was such a fun an...
05/20/2026

Thank you to Alston & Bird for sponsoring tonight’s Ethics CLE | A Day in the Life of Lee Lawyer. This was such a fun and genuinely useful session! Huge shoutout to speakers Michael Hoernlein, Thomas Walker, and Caitlin Van Hoy for walking us through useful real‑world scenarios. Our in‑house community left with great takeaways and enjoyed a fantastic happy hour to wrap up the night. Thanks to all who joined us!

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