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The Boston Marathon and a Few Career Lessons
The Boston Marathon and a Few Career Lessons
By Benjamin Gross
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The simple genius of David Ogilvy: 1. Hard work never killed a man. Men die of boredom, psychological conflict and disease. They do not die of hard…
The simple genius of David Ogilvy: 1. Hard work never killed a man. Men die of boredom, psychological conflict and disease. They do not die of hard…
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Daily Drop #21: It's Flannel Season! Is the weather cooling down near you? Our favorite flannels in new colors are here. We wear them everywhere and…
Daily Drop #21: It's Flannel Season! Is the weather cooling down near you? Our favorite flannels in new colors are here. We wear them everywhere and…
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My 11-year-old son attended his first board meeting. When we walked in, I handed him the Landing board deck and said: “Flip through this and figure…
My 11-year-old son attended his first board meeting. When we walked in, I handed him the Landing board deck and said: “Flip through this and figure…
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Experience
Education
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University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law
Activities and Societies: Order of the Coif, Florida Journal of International Law (Senior Managing Editor), Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society
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Volunteer Experience
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Board Member, Volunteer Lawyer
Georgia Lawyers for the Arts
- 2 years
Arts and Culture
Provided free legal assistance and educational programming to artists and arts organizations in Georgia.
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Race Director
Rosslyn Farms Thrill on the Hill 1 & 2 Miler
- Present 11 years 4 months
Poverty Alleviation
Manage and organize charity fun run that donates proceeds to local food banks.
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President, Younger Lawyer Division (2002-2003)
Savannah Bar Association
- 4 years
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Volunteer Lawyer
Pittsburgh Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
- Present 9 years 8 months
Arts and Culture
Publications
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How Generous Benefits Can Make a Difference When Salaries are Maxed Out
From Day One
For speciality retailer Backcountry, rewarding its workers goes hand-in-hand with enhancing the company’s adventure-driven culture. So benefits come in the form of adventure leaves, big employee discounts on outdoor recreation gear, healthy food, and even a dog-friendly workplace.
In a fireside chat at From Day One’s Salt Lake City event, Benjamin Gross, chief people officer and general counsel at Backcountry, spoke with Mekenna Malan, editor at Utah Business on how generous benefits can…For speciality retailer Backcountry, rewarding its workers goes hand-in-hand with enhancing the company’s adventure-driven culture. So benefits come in the form of adventure leaves, big employee discounts on outdoor recreation gear, healthy food, and even a dog-friendly workplace.
In a fireside chat at From Day One’s Salt Lake City event, Benjamin Gross, chief people officer and general counsel at Backcountry, spoke with Mekenna Malan, editor at Utah Business on how generous benefits can make a difference when employee salaries are already maxed out. -
Panelist - Game, Set, Match: “It’s Not Whether You Win or Lose ... Yes, It Is!”
ALFA International
In the Center Court of high-stakes litigation, trials and business negotiations, there exist written and unwritten rules, standards and ethical practices. While some believe that adherence to those rules is a pre-eminent “good” in-and-of-itself, others believe it appropriate (and necessary) to test the boundaries. The struggle to find the line between zealous advocacy and sharp practice causes a continuing ethical, professional and even moral conundrum.
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Panelist - Making Inclusive Career Growth Part of Your Corporate Purpose
From Day One
By focusing on untapped potential and skills rather than traditional criteria for advancement, employers can build a more equitable environment for advancement. How can companies do a better job of spotting hidden talent, as well as the systemic obstacles that might stand in the way of marginalized populations? What new approaches and tech tools can identify where workers need upskilling to progress to new roles?
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Panelist - Brave New "Labor" World
ALFA International
Discussion of labor management and employment considerations in a post-COVID, remote work, competitive labor market. What can companies do to recruit, and retain talent, and what are the unique obstacles regarding management, performance tracking and advancement in the new world order?
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Panelist - So, They Threatened Bankruptcy: Bankruptcy Balderdash & Adversary Proceedings
ALFA Interational - Business Litigation Section
What happens when a company threatens to file bankruptcy? As always, “it depends.” Are you a secured creditor, a vendor, an IP licensor, a landlord? Do you have a contract? Are you already in litigation? Have you been receiving payments regularly or sporadically? All of these issues arise in bankruptcy cases, or even if someone threatens bankruptcy. We’ll discuss issues that are pertinent to all these types of parties when a bankruptcy case is filed or threatened. We’ll also answer the…
What happens when a company threatens to file bankruptcy? As always, “it depends.” Are you a secured creditor, a vendor, an IP licensor, a landlord? Do you have a contract? Are you already in litigation? Have you been receiving payments regularly or sporadically? All of these issues arise in bankruptcy cases, or even if someone threatens bankruptcy. We’ll discuss issues that are pertinent to all these types of parties when a bankruptcy case is filed or threatened. We’ll also answer the question, “What the heck is an Adversary Proceeding?”
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Panelist - The Economics of Perspectives
Utah State Bar - Summer Convention
A panel of attorneys from small to large law firms, in-house and government agencies for a conversation the economics of perspectives in the Utah legal community. Practical tips to advance client interests with wider perspective. In widening our lens and including the lived experiences of others, we can achieve greater equity and belonging in the law. This session will also include a discussion of the Standards of Professionalism and Civility.
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Panelist - Mentor and Sponsor Your Employees Today to Prepare Tomorrow’s Leaders
Utah Outdoor Summit
How do we support new leaders in the outdoor industry? Learn expert mentoring tips and strategies on inclusion and belonging. Open opportunities and build tomorrow’s leaders with an effective mentoring program. Make a positive impact in your work and organization.
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Panelist - Retail Bankruptcies
Turnaround Management Association
Retail bankruptcy filings have been on the rise in recent years and 2018 continues on-trend. A typical large-scale retail case involves thousands of constituencies and has a national reach. In Western Pennsylvania, the chapter 11 case of retailer rue21, inc. and its affiliates was of particular interest. Please join our esteemed panelists on March 29 for a discussion of the anatomy of a retail case, including business and legal considerations prior to filing and throughout the case. The panel…
Retail bankruptcy filings have been on the rise in recent years and 2018 continues on-trend. A typical large-scale retail case involves thousands of constituencies and has a national reach. In Western Pennsylvania, the chapter 11 case of retailer rue21, inc. and its affiliates was of particular interest. Please join our esteemed panelists on March 29 for a discussion of the anatomy of a retail case, including business and legal considerations prior to filing and throughout the case. The panel will also discuss the impact of the rue21 case on Western Pennsylvania and what the bench and bar can learn from the rue21 case for the future.
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Panelist: "Good Hire - Bad Hire," ALFA Labor and Employment Seminar (2017)
An interactive overview of the many laws that come into play during the hiring process and will engage the audience in analyzing real scenarios to identify the pitfalls and best hiring practices.
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Panelist: “Joint Employment and the NLRB: Franchisors, Staffing Agencies, and Changing Definitions for All Employers”, ALFA Labor and Employment Seminar (2015)
The National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) tests for determining joint employer status are in the midst of what may be a remarkable transformation. Efforts by the NLRB, and state agencies, may result in an expansion of joint employment status in a wide variety of industries.
Organizations
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Allegheny County Bar Association
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