Sheppard's Nota Bene

Privacy varies widely across borders and within nations. The norms and expectations of privacy even vary across demographics and generations. So how can multinationals keep up with changes in privacy law and compliance requirements? Joining me to share her insight on privacy and cybersecurity issues is Liisa Thomas. Liisa Thomas, a partner based in the firm's Chicago and London offices, is Practic...

In this recap episode, I'm extracting the valuable lessons shared by our guests in the prior 5 episodes. I offer my two cents about the practical advice shared by our guests to help the C-Suite understand the legal, political, and economic underpinnings impacting the 21st Century intercontinental business landscape in which they operate. In Episode 19 , because of the historic government shutdown,...

With over 500 million people and the fourth largest collective economic market in the world the Mexican, Latin American, and South American markets hold great opportunity for investment and growth for multinationals. However, because of various incidences of political upheaval and economic changes, it's important for C-Suite executives to understand the unique changes in each country prior to expa...

If your organization and its leadership have reached a point where you're considering accepting foreign investment money, what do you need to know about recent changes in foreign investment control laws that might affect your decision making? In this episode, we cover what you need to know about the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 (FIRRMA) in order to remain compliant with...

There's a lot of sensationalism in the American political climate these days. The tone of discourse and the portrayal of Washington in the media has shifted. It's important to re-center ourselves and refocus our attention on the fact that the government does (and can!) function properly. Drawing on the Clinton Administration as an example, we see that it's possible for the government to pass signi...

The healthcare industry in the U.S. is different than the healthcare systems of just about every other country in the developed world. As the industry continues to evolve with the injection of private funds and the changing roles of physicians, we're exploring how the changes in this sector impact antitrust laws. Furthermore, we're highlighting what business leaders should know about the changes i...

We are currently experiencing history in the making with the longest government shutdown to date. Jonathan Meyer joins us to shed light on what is happening in Washington D.C. with the shutdown and how that is affecting and will affect government employees and businesses.  Jon Meyer is a partner at Sheppard Mullin and counsels clients on their interactions with federal and state government, as wel...

In this recap episode, I'm extracting the valuable lessons shared by our guests in the prior 5 episodes. I offer my two cents about the practical advice shared by our guests to help the C-Suite understand the legal, political, and economic underpinnings impacting the 21st intercontinental business landscape in which they operate. In Episode 13 , I spoke with Morgan Forsey about how human capital i...

As the Democrats prepare to assume control of the U.S. House of Representatives, many are speculating about the extent of Congressional oversight over the next two years. With this speculation comes a flood of misunderstanding and myths about the role of Congress and their oversight powers. In our conversation with Jonathan Meyer today, author of Don't Be Fooled: Seven Myths About Congressional Ov...

From managing internal crises to assisting in the international expansion of the business, the duties and responsibilities of corporate counsel in a multinational company directly support the growth of the business. There is currently a great deal of change happening in the in-house department of corporations that C-Suite members should know about in order to fully utilize corporate counsel's valu...

The rules surrounding insider trading and securities violations are extensive and can be complicated. In order to determine if an executive selling or buying stock in their own company or if a company member trading on information provided to them, either directly or indirectly, is acting appropriately, it's important to become familiar with the securities rules. Joining me on the podcast to shed...

Coined by Columbia University law professor, Tim Wu, in 2003, net neutrality has been the impetus for major political and technological debates. From Comcast to Madison River Communications, there have been various Internet Service Providers who have tested the limits of net neutrality, triggering the Federal Communications Commission to step in, take action, and in effect, shape the future of the...

Investing in the development of human capital can prove to be an invaluable asset for a company looking to grow and innovate.  What should employers know about current employment law trends in order to build advantageous relationships with their workforce? Joining us to explore 4 major areas of employment law issues in multinational companies, namely, arbitration clauses, remote workforces, equal...

In this recap episode, I'm extracting the valuable lessons shared by our guests in the prior 5 episodes. I offer my two cents about the practical advice shared by our guests to help the C-Suite understand the legal, political, and economic underpinnings impacting the 21st intercontinental business landscape in which they operate. In Episode 7 , we spoke with Fatema Merchant about India's emergence...

Platforms and platform technologies like Amazon, Google, Apple, Uber, Payment Networks and Facebook have been the subject of much regulatory focus as of late. Are potential regulations of these platforms a little too soon and a little too restrictive? Are we risking stifling innovation? Using the recent American Express anti-steering Supreme Court of the U.S. case, we explore the issues facing pla...

With Tesla's CEO and Chairman, Elon Musk, recently charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission with fraud over his misleading Tweets, we thought it would be timely to check in on the current state of regulatory enforcement in the U.S. We also explore the influence and effect of political administrations on the atmosphere of securities enforcement. Joining us today is Jeff Kern, a partner in...

The International Trade Commission, which is an independent, quasijudicial Federal agency with broad investigative responsibilities on matters of trade, has become a virtual forum for private trade wars that can impact American and international markets drastically. Given the current trade wars, we're exploring how multinationals should approach dealing with competing imports and their potential f...

Whether it's improving company culture or changing internal policies and practices, organizations of all sizes are looking to institute reform. But just like with any change, often times, it doesn't last. We're exploring some ways organizations can institute sustainable reform. Joining us to share his insight and lessons learned from his experience as a Federal Monitor overseeing the New Orleans P...

India is not showing signs of slowing down any time soon. Despite a historical complex regulatory environment and structural corruption, the country is seeing positive changes brought about by the current government, the technology boom, and the Millennial generation. Together, these could help India further emerge as a key player in the global economy. Joining us in this episode to discuss these...

In this recap episode, I'm extracting the valuable lessons shared by my guests in the prior 5 episodes. I offer my two cents about my guests' practical advice offered to help the C-Suite understand the legal, political, and economic underpinnings impacting the 21st intercontinental business landscape in which they operate. In Episode 1 , we spoke with Scott Maberry and we discussed the modern trad...

Brexit is expected to have a significant impact on multinationals doing business in and with Europe and the United Kingdom. From the impact on tariffs and customs to changes in manufacturing processes, we're exploring what affect the United Kingdom's decision to leave the European Union will have on multinational businesses.  Joining me today to share his insight on what led to the current state o...

Where nation states fail to provide necessary environmental regulations, multinationals step up and fill that gap. After all, multinationals are best situated to make a positive impact on the environment through socially conscious initiatives and data-driven decision-making. But how can companies accelerate change in their respective industries?    Joining us today to share her insight is Susan Ja...

Blockchain stands to be the most disruptive technology in the world. Its adoption by multinationals is crucial to their success. How can the C-Suite best use this technology to improve the efficiency of operations and gain advantages in areas including security, shipping, payments, and supply chain? Joining us to share his insight on this topic is James Gatto. Jim is a partner in Sheppard Mullin's...

More than one hundred forty nations around the world have their own competition laws addressing how multinationals may compete in their borders.  No two are the same. Knowing that, is it realistic to expect multinational companies to understand how policies and economics operate in countries around the world? How can multinationals doing business without borders compete abroad without fear of runn...

There's a lot of talk about trade wars lately so in our first episode of Nota Bene, we wanted to explore the current state of US trade policy including our trade wars with China and the European Union. We also explore the history of trade in the United States since World War II, what the Trump trade agenda entails, and what multi-national companies doing business abroad need to know to navigate th...