Business Better Ballard Spahr LLP

This episode is part of our Cyber Adviser series, where we discuss emerging issues in the world of privacy and data security.
Today, our lawyers discuss new state consumer health data laws in Connecticut, Nevada, and Washington, highlighting the laws’ scope, obligations for regulated entities, and enforcement mechanisms.
Greg Szewczyk, Leader of Ballard Spahr’s Privacy and Data Security Group, and Kelsey Fayer, an Associate in the Privacy and Data Security Group, host the discussion.

This is the first episode in our new Sustainability Spotlight series, highlighting the sustainability efforts that businesses are taking to combat climate change and other environmental challenges.
This episode features a discussion with Alan Horowitz, Vice President of Sustainability at Aramark, a leading global provider of food and facilities services. Alan provides insight on Aramark’s “Be Well. Do Well.” ESG platform. We also discuss Aramark’s goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, and what they’re focusing on in order to reach this goal.
Brendan K. Collins, a partner in Ballard Spahr’s Philadelphia Office and leader of the firm’s Manufacturing and Consumer Products Industry Group, hosts the discussion.

In this episode, we are joined by Special Agent Jonathan Schnatz, Senior Analyst with IRS Criminal Investigation. Special Agent Schnatz will discuss his work with an international law enforcement and tax compliance group, and how that work directly impacts U.S. businesses and individuals.

Peter Hardy and Chris Jones, co-leaders of Ballard Spahr's Tax Controversy team, are joined by team member Siana Danch to lead this discussion.

In today’s episode, we’re joined by D.J. Lipke, a Principal at Prairie Capital. Prairie Capital is a private equity firm that has provided businesses with thought partnership and strategic guidance for over two decades.
Jeffrey Fickes, Co-Leader of the Private Equity Group, hosts the discussion.

This episode is part of our Cyber Adviser series, where we discuss emerging issues in the world of privacy and data security.
The privacy and cybersecurity landscape is evolving in the financial sector, from more specific data security reporting requirements, to potential data subject rights and the use of artificial intelligence. Today, our lawyers will highlight key developments and provide practical insights on how to stay ahead of the regulatory, litigation, and hacker threats.
Greg Szewczyk, Leader of Ballard Spahr’s Privacy and Data Security Group, and Sarah Dannecker, an Associate in the Privacy and Data Security Group, host the discussion.

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Meahgan O’Grady Martin, Head of Business Development at Palladium Equity Partners. Palladium is a private investment firm that targets opportunities in the middle-market, with a focus on companies in the U.S. Hispanic market, founder- and family-owned businesses, and companies with accretive M&A opportunities.
Jeffrey Fickes, Co-Leader of the Private Equity Group, hosts the discussion.