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Crucial Warner Events for MVCA Members to Attend This Week!

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MVCA is always tuned in — actively listening, observing and identifying key educational opportunities that empower our network to thrive. Whether it’s game-changing business insights or critical legal updates, we’re committed to keeping you informed with the most relevant news.

As a valued partner, Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is hosting a series of three insightful webinars designed to help businesses stay ahead of pivotal legal developments. These sessions will cover essential topics that matter most to business owners and their teams.

To register for any of the below webinars, click on the hyperlinked titles.

The New Administration – What to Expect and the SEC Marketing Rule

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025
8:30-9:30 a.m. ET

Virtual Webinar
Complimentary

Join Warner’s Funds and Investments Industry Group for a roundtable series focused on expectations for rulemaking and enforcement under the new administration and the SEC Marketing Rule. Linda Paullin-Hebden will discuss the firm’s crystal ball predictions on how the new administration will impact investment advisers. Diane Currie and Andrea McGrew will also discuss identifying covered marketing activities, lessons and guidance from the SEC Risk Alerts and Enforcement Cases and reviewing policies and procedures as well as implementing best practices.

 

Key Updates to ESTA and IWOWA: Practical Takeaways for Employers

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025
10:00-11:00 a.m. ET

Virtual Webinar
Complimentary

Join Warner Norcross + Judd LLP attorneys DeAndre’ Harris, Joseph Rockwell and Abigail Coté for a webinar focused on the Feb. 21, 2025, amendments to the Michigan Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) and Michigan’s Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act (IWOWA). On the same day that ESTA and IWOWA were set to take effect, amendments were passed that changed the laws in many respects. While these amendments provide employers much-needed relief from ESTA and IWOWA’s initial obligations, they still leave certain questions unanswered. DeAndre’ and Joe will provide an overview of these amendments, what they mean for employers and what employers should do to ensure compliance with their wage and hour and earned sick time obligations, as amended.

Navigating U.S. Market Entry: Essential Corporate, Immigration, Tax and IP Strategies for Foreign Companies

Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025
12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. ET

Virtual Webinar
Complimentary

Join Warner Norcross + Judd LLP attorneys Linda Paullin-Hebden, Sarah Bileti, Josie Boucher, Sean Cook and Mary Bonnema for a virtual roundtable discussion designed to help business leaders better understand critical legal issues that can impact the growth and success of their startup or expanding business. Starting or expanding a business in the United States is an exciting venture, but it comes with its own set of complex legal challenges. From hiring global talent to protecting your innovations, navigating the U.S. business regulatory landscape requires careful attention to immigration law, tax obligations, intellectual property protection and corporate governance.

The program will explore a fictitious company, “GreenWeave Industries,” a company based in Mumbai, India, as it expands its operations in the U.S. Panelists will walk through the challenges GreenWeave must address as it works to establish a U.S. subsidiary. While the situations and solutions may be specific to this fictitious company, this program will provide critical insights to ensure your company’s compliance while protecting your assets and setting the foundation for long-term success. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from Warner’s legal team and gain actionable strategies that will help you navigate complex legal issues while growing your business.