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What It Takes, Growth In Challenging Times

Learn what lenders and investors think about risk and pricing in current market conditions at “Financing Your Growth In A Challenging Economy" a program sponsored by the Center for Economic Growth (CEG), Tuesday, March 10 at The Fort Orange Club, Albany, NY.

Panel discussion includes Todd Tidgewell, Nixon Peabody LLP; Michael Lasch, Pine Street Capital Partners; Gary Hull, Summer Street Capital Partners; David Barnitt, Attract Capital, LLC; Hugh Quigley, Dynabil Industries, Inc., co-founder and past president.

CEG is a private, not-for-profit, membership based economic and business development organization for the New York State’s Capital Region and Tech Valley, a region of more than 1.1 million residents.

Gain insight as to the best way to structure transactions for success; set expectations as to pricing and valuation; develop defensive capital structures. Learn how to think about acquisitions and growth in a slow growth economy.

The program is geared toward business owners and senior managers of companies with revenue more than $5 million, as well as service providers such as accountants, lawyers and consultants of mid-sized companies.

To register, ceg@ceg.org or call (518) 465-8975.

In Connecticut, check out "Creating Sustainable Value through Innovation" at the Soundview Club, Stamford, Feb. 24, noon.

The executive briefing will detail the opportunity that exists to help bridge the gap between the CEO's growth goals and actual performance using innovation.

Innovation is a critical driver of growth, yet only a small percent of companies effectively use it to sustain long-term, profitable growth. Jatin DeSai, CEO, The DeSai Group, West Hartford is the presenter.

For details contact Keith Reynolds, Cell Leader, keithrey@maxim.com or Paige Rasid, CTC, prasid@ct.org, (860) 289-0878.

Fee is $35 and registration is required.

Corporate Counsel Meet; Aetna Pro Bono Award

The American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Litigation will hold its 28th annual Committee on Corporate Counsel Continuing Legal Education Seminar Feb. 12 to Feb. 15 at the Walt Disney Swan Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

The seminar is designed for corporate counsel and provides ample opportunity to learn and network with other professionals. Sessions will cover critical issues in corporate law, including the meltdown of the financial markets, white collar crime, use of outside counsel, business litigation in a world economy, practical tips, ethics and regulation. The agenda also includes sessions on litigation management, mega cases, and a general counsel forum.

The Law and Regulatory Affairs Department of Aetna, Inc. is the recipient of the committee’s 11th annual pro bono award which will be presented during the seminar at a luncheon on Feb. 13.

The award recognizes a company whose legal department demonstrates "exceptional commitment to providing free legal services" - and puts the spotlight on those who do pro bono work from an in-house law department to inspire others. Aetna’s law department is being honored for its efforts on behalf of the elderly, children and non-profits. The firm was one of the first corporate law departments to adopt a pro bono program more than 25 years ago, and it continues to foster a culture of volunteerism that encourages lawyer and paralegals to use their professional skills on behalf of those less fortunate in the community.

In 2008, the department was a key participant in the development of a model pro bono project in three Connecticut clinics to serve Holocaust victims eligible for reparations announced by Germany in 2007. The work was done in collaboration with Bet Tzedek, a Los Angeles-based non-profit legal services organization.

Robert Simpson, committee co-chair, will present the award to William Casazza, Aetna senior vice president and general counsel.

For the full program listing all sessions and speakers follow this link.

With more than 70,000 members, the ABA Section of Litigation includes trial lawyers, judges and others involved in all aspects of litigation and the dispute resolution process. Its mission is to "promote justice both domestically and internationally, as well as enhance public understanding of and respect for the legal profession."

With more than 400,000 members, the ABA is the largest voluntary professional membership organization in the world.