Hands-On Leadership: Ben Huddleston On Rolling Up His Sleeves For 28 Companies
Navigating a dynamic general counsel career demands an almost James Bond-like dedication, a hands-on leadership with the ability to embrace the unknown. Host Joe Schohl reconnects with seasoned GC Ben Huddleston, whose path spans from advising fast-growing, pre-IPO companies to building and leading group legal teams at a $6B+ enterprise like DaVita. Ben shares […]
From Litigator To Leader: David Shapiro On Seizing Opportunity And Building Teams
The path to becoming a top executive in in-house legal leadership is rarely conventional, but always a masterclass in career agility. David Shapiro, the General Counsel who shaped legal strategy and culture at major companies like DaVita, Vail Resorts, and Ibotta, sits down to share his remarkable journey. He reveals why accepting a massive […]
Navigating The Complexities Of Healthcare Law & Leadership With Terri Cammarano
Blending legal expertise with strategic leadership is paramount in the complex realm of healthcare administration. In this episode, we’re privileged to feature Terri Cammarano, Senior Vice President of Legal Affairs and General Counsel at Cedars-Sinai, a distinguished figure in California’s healthcare landscape. Terri shares her extraordinary journey from law firm partnership to becoming a […]
Biotech Leadership: How Jean Liu Mastered The Shift From GC To Board Roles
Biotech leadership requires a unique blend of scientific acumen, legal expertise, and business savvy, a combination that our guest Jean Liu embodies perfectly. In this episode, we dive deep with Jean, a biotech executive and seasoned board member with a robust scientific background and over 20 years of experience as a chief legal officer, […]
Expanding Globally: Hemang Shah Shares Expertise In Corporate Law And Cross-Border Transactions
Understanding the complexities of corporate law is crucial for businesses aiming for global expansion, and our guest, Hemang Shah, offers a unique perspective on both. In this episode, we dive deep with Hemang, a partner at Jones Day, who brings a wealth of experience from his time as one of the youngest general counsels […]
Lessons In Leadership For In-House Counsel with Christy Crase
Christy Crase shares her remarkable journey to becoming in-house counsel, transitioning from intense law firm work to leading legal teams at Professional Case Management and PCM Trials. In this episode, Christy opens up about what it takes to succeed as in-house counsel — from balancing legal risk with business growth to building a legal […]
What It Takes To Embrace A Leadership Role With Stacy Bratcher
Embracing any leadership role requires not only the necessary skills or knowledge. It is also about taking initiative, building relationships, and driving actual results. Joseph Schohl welcomes Stacy Bratcher, Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at Cottage Health, to discuss her journey from private practice to leading a legal team of a billion-dollar […]
How Intuition Fuels Home Run Decisions: Tommy Haldorsen Of Galardi Group
Trust your intuition—it’s the secret to hitting home runs in your career and personal life, according to Tommy Haldorsen, General Counsel at Galardi Group, Inc. Tommy dives deep into his career journey, sharing his experiences navigating tricky transitions, unique challenges, and triumphs of legal work. He also emphasizes the power of building strong, supportive […]
A Passion For Healthcare: Caren Weakley Of Sutter Health
Driven by a passion for healthcare, Caren Weakley, General Counsel of Sutter Health, shares her inspiring journey from law school to leading a major healthcare legal team. Discover how she prioritizes leadership over just legal expertise, building high-performing teams, fostering genuine relationships, and driving success. Caren highlights her career evolution, from navigating the challenges […]