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An Exclusive Executive Experience for Law Firm Leaders

Aug 13
3 min read

You are being asked to make bigger decisions, faster, with less certainty than ever before. AI is changing the economics of legal service delivery, clients are raising expectations, competitors are moving differently, and firms are under pressure to translate strategy into execution across technology, talent, operations, finance, and client value.

 

During LVNx 2026, we invite you to join a highly curated group of law firm executives for a day of peer learning, executive networking, and candid discussion with leaders facing many of the same strategic questions. This experience is designed for COOs, CIOs, CFOs, CINOs, and other senior leaders who are helping their firms decide where to invest, how to adapt, and how to lead through a period of meaningful industry transformation.

 

We encourage you to begin the experience with our exclusive pre-conference session, Strategic Decision Making in a Time of Industry Transformation, presented by Lotis Blue Consulting's Jay Russell and Maggie Miller. This interactive executive workshop will explore the market forces reshaping the profession and provide practical frameworks for setting strategy, making investment decisions, aligning teams, and leading through uncertainty. Through peer discussion and collaborative problem-solving, participants will gain actionable insights they can immediately apply within their firms and departments.

 

Following the session, join fellow attendees at the LVNx Welcome Reception to reconnect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and expand your network before continuing the conversation over dinner. 

 

To conclude the day, Harvey and LVN will bring together a select group of executive attendees to an invitation-only dinner at Hawksmoor Chicago. This executive roundtable dinner will bring together senior law firm leaders for candid conversation in an intimate setting. Together, we'll discuss how leading firms are approaching AI adoption, operational excellence, talent strategy, client expectations, and sustainable growth in an increasingly dynamic market. 

 

This is not a presentation or panel discussion. It is a unique opportunity to engage with peers facing similar challenges, exchange perspectives in a trusted environment, and build relationships with leaders shaping the future of the profession. Attendance is intentionally limited to ensure a meaningful and engaging experience.

 

LVNx 2026 Executive Experience Schedule 

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Swissôtel Chicago | 323 East Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

 

1:00–4:00 pm CT Pre-Conference Workshop: Strategic Decision Making in a Time of Industry Transformation Presented by Lotis Blue Consulting Separate paid registration required. 

 

5:00–6:30 pm CT LVNx Welcome Reception  

7:00–9:00 pm CT Harvey Executive Dinner Hosted by Harvey Hawksmoor Chicago | 500 N. LaSalle Drive, Chicago, IL 60654 

 

Please RSVP by August 21st to reserve your seat at dinner.

 

Join us for any portion of the day that fits your schedule. Attend the workshop, networking events, dinner, or the full experience. Please note that the Lotis Blue pre-conference workshop requires a separate paid registration. The Harvey Executive Dinner is complimentary for invited guests and space is limited. Attendees are also encouraged to register for the full LVNx conference for access to additional programming and networking opportunities.

 

We look forward to welcoming you for a day of strategic insight, meaningful connections, and candid conversations with fellow law firm leaders.

 

See you in Chicago!

 

Angela Floessel 

Chief Financial Officer, Chapman and Cutler LLP 

Board Chair, Legal Value Network

 

Esther Bowers 

Chief Practice Innovation Officer, Honigman LLP 

Conference Co-Chair, LVNx 2026

 

Shanna Davidson 

Deputy Chief of Legal Operations, Barnes & Thornburg LLP 

Conference Co-Chair, LVNx 2026 

 
 
 

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