2009 ACI 13th ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Crisis is often a catalyst for change. It forces a revaluation of the structures, values and policies that have define the way we govern. The global financial crisis offers compliance practitioners across government and industry a unique opportunity to readdress the policy and procedures that have contributed to the creation of this economic instability. As the economic crisis deepens it is has become clear that many of the regulations that had previously driven economic policy need to be adapted to meet the challenges of a new financial structure. At this years Annual Conference we will be looking at the changing nature of compliance and analysing how increased accountability and transparency from both government and industry will create a more stable, strengthened and concise regulatory framework.

ACI is proud to present the 13th Annual Conference. Keynote Presentation from Mr David Landau, Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, Starbucks Corporation

DATE: 13-14 October 2009

VENUE: Hilton Hotel, Sydney NSW

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Speakers

Keynote Presentation from Mr David Landau, Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, Starbucks Corporation

David joined Starbucks in 1994 as the Company’s first intellectual property and general business attorney.  He presently serves as deputy general counsel and chief compliance officer.  In these roles, Mr. Landau leads the company’s global Business Ethics and Compliance function, and manages operations, budgeting, strategy and long-term planning for the company’s Law & Corporate Affairs group.  Mr. Landau also co-chairs the company’s Compliance Advisory Council and the Enterprise Risk Committee.  He has been a key leader in conceiving and implementing the global strategy for the Company’s development, use and protection of the Starbucks brand and other intellectual propoerty, and serves as an officer and/or board member for several of the company’s licensing subsidiaries and affiliates.    

Until February 2009, Mr. Landau also led the Trademark and IP practice group.  Additionally, Mr. Landau has, at various times, led the Law Department’s Commercial Transactions group, Real Estate & Licensing group, Marketing and Communications group, and served as its interim general counsel. 

In addition to his work at Starbucks, Mr. Landau serves on the Board of Trustees for the Seattle Children’s Theatre and has been active on the board of Building Changes (formerly AIDS Housing of Washington), a Seattle-based non-profit organization.  He is frequently asked to speak on topics including compliance, intellectual property, brand protection, and diversity.

Mr. Landau received his Juris Doctorate from New York University School of Law in 1988, where he served as Articles Editor for the Review of Law and Social Change, and was a recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award.  Prior to joining Starbucks he practiced for six years with the Seattle office of Preston Gates & Ellis (now K&L Gates).

Starbucks Corporation is the leading retailer, roaster and brand of specialty coffee in the world, with more than 15,000 retail locations in North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and the Pacific Rim.  Starbucks Coffee Company provides an uplifting experience that enriches people’s lives one moment, one human being, one extraordinary cup of coffee at a time. To share in the experience, visit www.starbucks.com.

Accommodation - Get in Early!

A Personalised Online Group has been created for delegates at the Hilton Sydney, which offers all ACI delegates the special conference rate of $289/night (room only). To reserve your accommodation early please click here to be directed to the Hilton online booking system. All reservations will be at the delegates expense. Should you wish to contact the Hilton directly, please state that you will be attending the conference to be included in this block booking and ensure you receive the special delegate rate.

Registration Fees

Early Bird Registration (Valid for registrations received no later than COB Friday 4 September)

Members: AU$2080

Non-Members: AU$2710

For registrations received after Friday 4 September

Members: AU$2580

Non-Members: AU$3210

Cancellation & Payment

Full payment due within 7 days of registration. If, after payment, you are unable to attend, you are welcome to nominate someone else to attend in your place at no additional cost. Substitutions will need to be in writing at least seven days prior to course commencement. Please note members can only substitute members. If the substitution is from a member to a a guest, the registration cost difference must be paid.

We will not refund your registration fees if you fail to attend.

To obtain the member discount your membership must be paid to 30 June 2010.

Registration

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ACI would like to thank the Sponsors of the ACI Annual Conference

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Bronze Sponsors

Conference Exhibitors