Behind the Curtain: Candid Conversations for In-House Counsel

MNAPABA In-House Counsel Panel & Networking Event

Event Details

Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026

Time: Doors open at 4:30 PM | Panel begins at 5:00 PM

Location: Hewing Hotel, 300 Washington Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55401*

*You MUST be registered to attend

About the Event

Are you a mid-level or senior in-house counsel who feels "stuck" in your current role—or are you gearing up for your next leadership opportunity, whether that's a Deputy General Counsel, General Counsel, or other advanced position? If so, this event is for you.

The Minnesota Asian Pacific American Bar Association (MNAPABA) In-House Counsel Committee is pleased to invite you to an exclusive panel discussion and networking reception designed especially for in-house attorneys seeking to take the next step in their careers.

Join us for an engaging panel featuring seasoned in-house counsel who have navigated diverse career paths. Our panelists will share candid insights, practical advice, and lessons learned from their experiences across a variety of industries and roles.

Following the panel, stay for a cocktail reception where you can continue the candid conversation, connect with fellow in-house attorneys, and build meaningful relationships within the MNAPABA community.

Panelists

• Gulzar Babaeva – Associate General Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary, Energizer
• Kirby W. Lee – Associate General Counsel, Ecolab
• Richard J. Ramones – Corporate Compliance and Senior Legal Counsel, CHS Inc.
• Joanne Sum-Ping – VP, Assistant General Counsel, H.B. Fuller

Moderator: Greg Schwartz, Greenberg Traurig

This event is generously sponsored by Greenberg Traurig and the MNAPABA In-House Counsel Committee.

Registration Information

RSVP is required and space is LIMITED! In-house counsel members of MNAPABA will receive priority registration; however, all MNAPABA members are welcome and encouraged to sign up.

We hope you will join us for this meaningful opportunity to learn, share, and connect. We look forward to seeing you there!