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Connie Brenton

Founder and CEO of LegalOps.com

Former VP, Legal Ops at NetApp | Former Founder and CEO of CLOC

Khrhysna McKinney

Legal Tech/eDiscovery

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David Cowen

Digital forensics expert

Digital forensics expert witness and battle-tested large scale incident response leader

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AI Attorney-Building Legal Frameworks

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Doug Austin

Editor in Chief, eDiscovery Today

Doug Austin is the Editor of eDiscovery Today, a daily blog about eDiscovery, information governance, cybersecurity, data privacy and artificial intelligence trends, best practices and case law. Doug is an established eDiscovery thought leader with over 30 years of experience providing eDiscovery best practices, legal technology consulting and technical project management services to numerous commercial and government clients. Doug has published a daily blog since 2010 and has written numerous articles and white papers, receiving the JD Supra Readers Choice Award as a Top eDiscovery Author and Top Cybersecurity Author. Doug has presented at numerous webcasts, events and conferences.

Greg Buckles

Founder & Consultant, eDJ Group, Inc.

Greg Buckles is the founder and principal consultant of the eDJ Group, covering the Information Governance and eDiscovery markets. His market research and consulting practice focuses on the intersection of enterprise technology and discovery. He has over 30 years’ experience in roles spanning law enforcement, legal service provider, corporate legal, law firm and legal software design. This deep and diverse background combines with constant exposure to the discovery challenges of Fortune 500 and AmLaw 200 clients to provide a unique industry perspective. He blogs and manages the eDiscoveryJournal.com online research engine and discovery knowledge portal focusing on independent perspective and expert opinion.

Jerry Bui

SVP of Digital Forensics, Purpose Legal

Jerry Bui is the SVP of Digital Forensics at Purpose Legal and a highly sought-after digital forensics expert with over 20 years of experience. Corporations frequently rely on him for regulatory responses, trade secret disputes, and expert witness testimony in computer forensics. He serves as an external advisor to INTERPOL, contributing to Metaverse Forensics and Synthetic Media programs, and has partnered with AARP to educate vulnerable populations on avoiding deepfake scams. Jerry also works with the Financial Services Volunteer Corp, providing technical assistance to Digital Investigators in Southern Africa. Known for his expertise, he is often requested for in-depth forensic examinations and serves as a court-appointed neutral to advance stalled cases in ediscovery.

Fiona Campbell

Legal Director & Head of Electronic Disclosure, FieldFisher

Fiona Campbell is Legal Director & Head of Electronic Disclosure at Fieldfisher, where she is widely recognised as a leading authority on the intersection of legal technology, AI and complex disclosure obligations under UK and international law. With her dual-qualified background and a strong track record in eDisclosure best practice, she contributes to the board of the International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) and the Law Society’s AI Task Force, and most recently received the AI Visionary Award for her contributions to responsible AI deployment in legal workflows.

Stephanie Clerkin

Director of Litigation Support, Korein Tillery

Stephanie is the Director of Litigation Support at Korein Tillery, one of the country’s leading plaintiffs’ complex-litigation firms, where she leverages almost 20 years of experience in finance, consulting, and data analytics to manage massive litigation projects, as well as the firm’s e-Discovery platform. Working with all departments in the Firm, she understands how to bridge the gap between the legal teams and IT personnel to streamline discovery efforts and design cost-effective solutions for clients. She is responsible for the processing, analysis, review and production of hundreds of terabytes of ESI.

David Cohen

CEO, ATJustice

David R. Cohen graduated from Harvard Law School in 1983. He is admitted to practice before courts in New York, Pennsylvania, the Third, Fifth and Federal Circuits, and has been admitted pro hac vice in numerous other jurisdictions. After serving as a partner and e-discovery practice group leader at two AmLaw100 Law Firms, Mr. Cohen now serves as Chief Executive Officer at ATJustice, a Legal Technology company aimed at improving access to legal services for ordinary consumers. Mr. Cohen currently Chairs the Board of Project Trustees of EDRM.

Ashley Picker Dubin

Counsel, Day Pitney LLP

Ashley Picker Dubin is a nationally recognized authority in eDiscovery and information governance, known for her innovative application of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to complex data challenges. She counsels global organizations, financial institutions, and Fortune 500 companies on defensible, technology-driven discovery strategies and data management frameworks that align with evolving regulatory and litigation demands. With extensive experience leading cross-border discovery and investigations spanning the United States, Europe, South America, and Asia, Ashley brings a rare blend of technical fluency and strategic insight to her work. She regularly collaborates with in-house legal teams, technology departments, and regulators to design efficient workflows and negotiate discovery protocols that withstand judicial and agency scrutiny. An active thought leader in the rapidly evolving intersection of AI and the law, Ashley directs Day Pitney’s use of artificial intelligence in discovery and advises on the implications of emerging technologies.

Phoebe Gebre

Vice President, Litigation Services, Integreon

Phoebe Gebre is Vice President – Litigation Services and Chair of the Litigation Innovation Committee at Integreon. Phoebe has over a decade of experience working with multinational corporations across various industries including pharmaceuticals, technology, and financial services. Her expertise extends to privilege logs, data visualization, pre-trial support, and document review workflows that incorporate machine learning and analytics. Phoebe works closely with clients to find efficient and cost-effective solutions to litigation issues while building long-term trusted relationships. Phoebe received her B.A. in Philosophy and her BBA in Computer Information Systems from Georgia State University and her J.D. from Rutgers School of Law - Newark. She is a member of the bar in New York and New Jersey.

Mary Mack

CEO and Chief Legal Technologist, EDRM

Mary Mack, CEO and Chief Legal Technologist of EDRM, leads the project-based organization. Mary is known for her skills in relationship and community building as well as for the depth of her e-discovery knowledge. Frequently sought out by media for comment on industry issues, and by conference organizers to participate, moderate a panel, lead a workshop, or deliver a keynote. Mary is the author of “A Process of Illumination: The Practical Guide to Electronic Discovery,” considered by many to be the first popular book on e-discovery. She was the co-creator and editor of the Thomson Reuters West Treatise: eDiscovery for Corporate Counsel for a decade.

C. Dawn Martin

Legal Counsel, eDiscovery, Bosch USA

C. Dawn Martin is Legal Counsel at Robert Bosch LLC, where she leads global eDiscovery strategy and advises on litigation readiness, data governance, and internal investigations. With over a decade of experience spanning law firms, consulting firms, and legal service providers, Dawn brings a unique blend of legal insight and technical fluency to every stage of the eDiscovery lifecycle.

Bree Murphy

Founder, eDiscovery Chicks Podcast

Bree Murphy (CEDS) is a seasoned e-Discovery professional who brings more than 20 years of eDiscovery experience to her role as Senior Solutions Engineer at Exterro. Based in Houston TX, she anchors complete enterprise--wide e-Discovery and Information Governance programs. Alongside her history of litigation-support, complex commercial-litigation, eDiscovery management, information governance, and investigations experience, Bree co-hosts the popular eDiscovery Chicks Podcast, helping the industry navigate emerging trends and creating an approachable environment for those interested in all things legal tech. Bree has served on the Houston Board of Women in eDiscovery and is currently serving on the Houston ACEDS Board.

Hon. Andrew Peck (Ret.)

Sr. Counsel, DLA Piper

Andrew J. Peck is widely regarded as one of the foremost authorities in e-discovery. During his 23-year tenure as a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of New York, he authored several landmark opinions that shaped modern e-discovery practices, including the first judicial approval of technology-assisted review (TAR) in Da Silva Moore v. Publicis Groupe. His subsequent rulings in Rio Tinto v. Vale and Hyles v. City of New York cemented TAR’s acceptance as standard practice. Now Senior Counsel at DLA Piper, Judge Peck advises clients on e-discovery strategy, serves as an expert witness, and frequently lectures on emerging trends in electronic discovery. Recognized by Chambers USA and Who’s Who Legal as a global thought leader, he remains one of the most influential voices advancing e-discovery and information governance worldwide.

Angela T. O’Neal

Director of Nextra Solutions, Maynard Nexsen

Angela T. O’Neal is Director of Nextra Solutions (a division of Maynard Nexsen) where she leads electronic-discovery and information-management services for law-firm and corporate clients. Leveraging her legal background as a civil litigator and investigator (including with the NCAA), Angela designs defensible workflows spanning collection, processing, review and production of ESI. She has also been recognized as a 2023 “Women of Influence” by the Columbia Business Report for her leadership in legal operations.

Nancy Patton

Sr. Director Solutions Engineering Exterro

Nancy Patton, Esq., CEDS, is a dynamic leader in legal technology with a unique blend of legal and technical expertise that makes her a trusted advisor to corporate legal and compliance teams. As Senior Director of Solutions Engineering at Exterro, she translates complex discovery and data governance challenges into practical, defensible solutions that empower organizations to manage data with confidence. Known for her sharp analytical approach and engaging communication style, Nancy has guided countless enterprises through digital transformation in e-discovery, investigations, and privacy. A frequent speaker and mentor in the legal tech community, she’s passionate about bridging the gap between law and innovation to drive smarter, more efficient outcomes.

Maribel Rivera

VP Strategy and Client Engagement, ACEDS

Maribel Rivera serves as Vice President of Strategy & Client Engagement at Association of Certified e‑Discovery Specialists (ACEDS), where she oversees membership growth, local chapter development, event strategy and strategic partnerships. With a background in brand-building, audience engagement and strategic communications, she brings creative problem-solving and operational fluency to the e-discovery community. Her work in creating inclusive, forward-looking professional networks was recognized with the Catalyst for Change Award by Women in eDiscovery in 2025.

Shannon Stevens

Certified Knowledge Manager, Legal Technology & E-Discovery Consultant

Shannon Stevens is a Certified Knowledge Manager and Legal Technology & eDiscovery Consultant with experience helping legal teams optimize processes, implement technology solutions, and manage complex data workflows.

Kelly Twigger

Founder & CEO, Minerva26 and Principal, ESI Attorneys

Kelly Twigger is the Principal of ESI Attorneys and the CEO & founder of Minerva26, where she channels 28 years as a discovery strategist into building the strategy layer litigators use to command ESI and win credibility with the court. She hosts the long-running “Case of the Week” segment on the Meet & Confer podcast, and is a fixture on national stages and programs including Relativity Fest and the University of Florida eDiscovery Conference. A frequent eDiscovery Day contributor and moderator, Kelly leads timely sessions that translate fast-moving case law into defensible workflows and real-world wins for trial teams. She also authors widely read case-law reports and practical guidance for the community through Minerva26’s channels, continuing to set the bar for truth-first, results-driven discovery strategy.

Miguel Villalobos

Sr. Director - AI & eDiscovery, Integreon

Miguel Villalobos is Senior Director, AI and eDiscovery at Integreon. Miguel has over 12 years of experience in applying advanced technology to eDiscovery to reduce the time and cost of litigation preparation while delivering accurate results. Miguel has implemented machine learning and AI technology solutions reducing client litigation spend in large and small matters in the life sciences, financial services and agricultural sectors. He has a JD from The Ohio University Moritz College of Law, and bachelor’s degrees in philosophy and English from The Ohio State University.

Mike Hamilton

VP Marketing

B2B SaaS Marketing Leader | Demand Gen, Brand, Product Marketing & Communications | Interim CMO experience | Helped scale Exterro from $5M ARR to $1B+ valuation

Adam Wehler

Director of eDiscovery Strategy and Litigation Technology, Smith Anderson

Adam Wehler is the Smith Anderson’s Director of E-Discovery Strategies and Litigation Technology, bringing more than two decades of law-firm experience helping attorneys and professional staff leverage emerging technologies to solve complex legal challenges. He oversees e-discovery processes, litigation technology tools, and litigation docketing, working closely with Knowledge Management and IT teams to evaluate and integrate innovations that enhance workflows across the firm. Prior to joining Smith Anderson, Adam held legal technology roles in Washington, D.C., and North Carolina, supporting attorneys and clients in developing efficient data-collection practices and e-discovery standards. In addition to his litigation technology leadership, Adam is deeply committed to advancing mental health and well-being in the legal profession and holds Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid certifications from the National Council for Wellbeing.

Jennifer Williams

Sr. Director, eDiscovery, Litigation Support, Vinson & Elkins LLP

Jennifer Williams (Senior Director of Innovation, Knowledge and eDiscovery) leads strategic initiatives at the intersection of law and technology. She oversees all aspects of litigation support and eDiscovery at V&E, ensuring efficient, defensible processes for complex matters. Her recently expanded role includes driving innovation and knowledge management, with responsibility for the Research & Knowledge Services department. Jennifer partners closely with legal teams and clients to deliver education and consultation on eDiscovery, information governance, and data privacy. A Certified E-Discovery Specialist (ACEDS) since 2015, she serves on the Central Texas ACEDS Board and was appointed by the Texas Supreme Court to the Judicial Committee on Information Technology in 2023. She also contributes to V&E’s Generative AI Project Team, shaping the firm’s approach to emerging technologies. Jennifer frequently speaks and writes on legal technology, focusing on how technology can enhance efficiency and effectiveness for legal teams. Her expertise spans the full lifecycle of eDiscovery and the evolving role of AI in legal practice.

John Wilson

CISO and President of Forensics, HaystackID

As Chief Information Security Officer and President of Forensics at HaystackID, John provides consulting and forensic services to help companies address various matters related to electronic discovery and computer forensics, including leading forensic investigations, cryptocurrency investigations, and ensuring proper preservation of evidence items and chain of custody. He regularly develops forensic workflows and processes for clients ranging from major financial institutions to governmental departments, including Fortune 500 companies and Am Law 100 law firms.