Jenny Speck, Caitlin Lawrence, and Adriana Wirtz to Present at WCD Global Institute in Chicago

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On October 7th, 2025, Jenny Speck, Caitlin Lawrence, and Adriana Wirtz will speak at the Women Corporate Directors (WCD) Global Institute in Chicago. The Global Institute is Women Corporate Directors’ annual flagship conference and is taking place from October 5–7, 2025.

Jenny Speck and Caitlin Lawrence will present “What the One Big Beautiful Bill Means for the Energy Industry,” and Adriana Wirtz will moderate a panel entitled “Geopolitical Outlook & Risk Environment.” Both sessions will address timely issues shaping board-level strategy and governance.

Jenny and Caitlin will examine the implications of the sweeping legislation known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” and its impact on the energy industry, including regulatory frameworks, corporate governance, and strategic planning for boards.

As a moderator, Adriana will facilitate a panel discussion on the shifting geopolitical landscape and its influence on corporate boards. Panelists will address emerging global risks, regional instability, and the evolving role of directors in overseeing risk and resilience.

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