San Francisco - 3/11 | Austin - 4/25 | Chicago - 9/9 | NYC - 10/21
SurePoint Technologies is excited to bring together the legal community for IGNITE 2024 Coast to Coast!
The theme “IGNITE” is inspired by the power to ignite innovation, the power of technology to ignite the business and practice of law, and the power YOU have to ignite your law firm’s future and success.
IGNITE 2024 will be held in four vibrant cities: San Francisco, Austin, Chicago, and New York. Join your peers in your preferred city for a one-day event filled with powerful keynote speakers and best practice learnings. Bookmark this page to find the latest announcements, important dates, sessions, hotel accommodations, registration, and more.
For additional information regarding conference activities or accommodations, please email our team.
Event Overview
San Francisco, CA
When: March 11, 2024
Where: InterContinental San Francisco | Book Hotel
888 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
Austin, TX
When: April 25, 2024
Where: University of Texas at Austin, AT&T Hotel & Conference Center | Book Hotel
1900 University Avenue
Austin, TX 78705
Chicago, IL
When: September 9, 2024
Where: Loews Chicago | Book Hotel
455 N Park Dr.
Chicago, IL 60611
New York City, NY
When: October 21, 2024
Where: The James New York - NoMad | Book Hotel
22 East 29th St.
New York City, NY 10016
Registration Information: Registration for IGNITE 2024: Coast to Coast is now open. Please note that travel and hotel reservations need to be done separately and does not confirm your conference registration. You can register for IGNITE 2024 here.
Registration Deadline: All attendees must register 30 days prior to each event date.
Registration Cost: $199/person (early bird pricing of $129/person now available)
Exclusive early bird discount codes:
- IGNITE San Francisco | code: CA70 (expires 1/15/24)
- IGNITE Austin | code: TX70 (expires 1/31/24)
- IGNITE Chicago | code: IL70 (expires 6/15/24)
- IGNITE New York City | code: NY70 (expires 7/31/24)
Who Can Attend: IGNITE is for the SurePoint Community (ContactEase CRM, Coyote Analytics, and LMS users) as well as anyone interested in learning more about our solutions.
Food: Breakfast, lunch, and a happy hour will be provided for conference attendees.
Attire: Casual
Hotel Reservation Process & Booking Websites
Hotel rates are based upon availability and are subject to change. If you have questions about your reservation, please contact the hotel directly.
We are excited for you to have an unforgettable experience and look forward to seeing you for IGNITE 2024: Coast to Coast!
San Francisco, CA
Austin, TX
Chicago, IL
New York City, NY
Sponsors Include
Keynote Speakers
Debbie Foster
Affinity’s consultants have worked tirelessly with legal organizations to help them find better ways of working. Debbie is the Chief Executive Officer and has been with Affinity for 23 years. She splits her time between working with Affinity clients on strategic projects, leading the team at Affinity to deliver a remarkable client experience while ensuring Affinity is a great place to work, and building relationships with their strategic partners. Debbie’s superpower is the ability to build relationships and working with Affinity's team on big strategic goals is her favorite part of her job. Learn more about Debbie here.
Debbie will present the keynote, "Transformative Leadership: A Guide to Leading Change and Innovation in Law Firms."
Description
In this engaging session, we delve into the pivotal role of finance leaders in steering law firms through the evolving landscape of the legal industry. With a focus on strategic planning, innovative practices, and effective change management, participants will gain insights into harnessing the power of technology and data-driven decision-making to enhance firm efficiency and profitability. Emphasizing practical strategies for overcoming resistance to change, this presentation aims to equip finance professionals with the tools they need to lead their firms confidently into the future.
Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Analyze the current challenges and opportunities within their finance team to identify areas for innovation and improvement.
- Develop plans incorporating technological advancements and innovative financial practices to enhance firm operations and client satisfaction.
- Implement effective change management techniques to navigate resistance within their firms, fostering a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement.
CLM Application Credit: 1 hour(s) of Organizational Development
CLM Application Credit for Functional Specialists: 1 hour(s) in the subject area of Financial Management (FM) towards the additional hours required of some Functional Specialists to fulfill the CLM application.
CLM Recertification Credit: 1 hour(s) in the subject area of Financial Management (FM)
Mike Suchsland
Mike Suchsland has served on the SurePoint Board since 2018 and has more than two decades of experience leading companies that provide technology services to law firms and the legal community. He currently works with several leading venture capital and private equity funds in the legal technology industry to identify, evaluate and grow companies in the sector. Previously, Mike served as the President of Thomson Reuters’ legal division and interim CEO of SurePoint Technologies. Learn more about Mike here.
Mike will present the keynote, "The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Future of the Law Firm."
Description
In this interactive session, we discuss the future of generative AI in the legal profession, including where it will be adopted by law firms and where it will not. From there, we'll discuss the specific impact on the legal practice, including how different lawyering skills and capabilities will be required going forward vs. the traditional path of cost-plus and advisory-driven services. That will then lead to a significant discussion for the participants around the impact of these dynamics on law firm profit models, what new measurements need to be put in place, and how risks can be managed in this new environment.
Objectives
By the end of this session, the participants will be able to:
- Have a clear understanding of how generative AI will not only alter the practice of law, but also the business of law.
- Build a new list of performance indicators that will help law firm leadership compete effectively in an era of artificial intelligence supplementing human intelligence.
- Raise their own and their firm's awareness of the risks of AI on firm profitability and navigate effectively to maintain and even increase firm performance.
CLM Application Credit: 1 hour(s) of Information Technology
CLM Application Credit for Functional Specialists: 1 hour(s) in the subject area of Operations Management (OM) towards the additional hours required of some Functional Specialists to fulfill the CLM application.
CLM Recertification Credit: 1 hour(s) in the subject area of Operations Management (OM)
Why Attend IGNITE?
Conference Itinerary
Room: Room 204, Level M2 (General Session Room)
5 pm - 7 pm | Closing Reception
Room: Courtyard, Level M2
- Reserve time to meet one-on-one with one of our experts! Our experts will be on hand to provide demos, explain new add-on features, and share details about new products.
- The expert room will be open from 9:20 am – 12 pm and 1 pm – 4:40 pm.
- Visit our experts during the conference at the support tables to receive one-on-one assistance.
Registration
SurePoint Community Awards
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Frequently Asked Questions
A: Yes, your spouse or friend can attend with the purchase of a conference ticket. The conference presentations are open to current ContactEase CRM, Coyote Analytics, and LMS users and anyone interested in learning more about SurePoint's solutions.
Q: What should I wear?
A: The attire is business casual. Please note it is important that you wear attire that makes you feel comfortable and enjoy your time at the conference.
Q: What is the cost to attend?
A: Cost to attend IGNITE 2024 is $199/person. Early bird discounts are available for reach conference location. Please note you are responsible for paying for your airfare, personal meals outside of the conference, and special events that you attend on your own.
Q: Are meals included?
A: There will be set times for breakfast, lunch, and happy hour. You will be able to indicate your dietary restrictions upon registering for the conference.
Q: Will there be transportation to and from the airport?
A: Attendees are responsible for their own transportation.
Q: Do you have materials you can share with my firm?
A: Please refer to the "Why Attend IGNITE" section to learn more about the benefits of attending this engaging and exciting conference.
Q: How many people are expected to attend?
A: We anticipate approximately 100 people at each conference location.
Q: When is the last day to receive the discounted room rate?
A: Book as soon as possible to lock in your IGNITE 2024 exclusive discounted room rate. See the Event Overview section above for booking links and deadlines.
Q: If I arrive early or stay late, does the discounted room rate still apply?
A: Discounted rooms are based upon availability and are subject to change. Contact the hotel directly if you have questions or would like to extend your stay.
Q: Can I stay at another hotel?
A: Yes. You may choose to stay at another hotel. However, the discounted rates will only be available for the hotels listed.
