Area Business Connections Event, 2nd June Session

Thursday, June 26th
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
📍 SXSW Center

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"Navigating the New Privacy & AI Legal Landscape in Texas," will provide executives at innovative companies, both public and private, with essential insights into the evolving framework surrounding privacy and artificial intelligence in Texas.

Attendees will gain valuable knowledge to help them stay ahead in a rapidly changing regulatory environment, foster innovation while maintaining compliance, and effectively manage legal risks.

Join us for an insightful panel led by Robert Brown, a partner in the Latham & Watkins Privacy & Cyber practice, who will moderate the discussion about recently enacted privacy laws (including the Texas Date Privacy & Security Act and the Texas SCOPE Act), the proposed Texas Responsible AI Governance Act, and how companies can effectively process and safeguard consumer data while mitigating enforcement risk.

Featured Speaker
  • Andrew Abokhair, Panel Moderator

    Associate
    Latham & Watkins LLP, Austin

    Andrew Abokhair, known for his innovative approach to complex legal challenges, provides strategic guidance on technology transactions, including strategic alliances and M&A transactions. Andrew works with a diverse range of entities, from technology start-ups to private equity funds, delivering tailored solutions that address their unique needs.

    His notable recent experience includes guiding generative AI clients through series round financings and transformational corporate M&A in the semiconductor industry. Andrew earned his JD from Vanderbilt University Law School and an MSc in Law and Finance from the University of Oxford.

  • Robert Brown

    Partner
    Latham & Watkins LLP, Austin

    Robert Brown advises on compliance with US and international data privacy and security laws and guides clients through the data privacy and security aspects of complex corporate transactions. He was among the first attorneys in Texas to be recognized as a Privacy Law Specialist, an accredited certification provided by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).

    Robert regularly helps clients across all market sectors navigate the business implications and compliance challenges of new and evolving data privacy laws, including the Texas Data Privacy & Security Act (TDPSA) (and similar laws in other states), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the EU/UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and various sector-specific state and federal regulations, such as the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), and the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA).

  • Cristina Nahidi

    Associate General Counsel
    FlashParking

    Cristina M. Nahidi is Associate General Counsel at FlashParking, where her practice focuses on data privacy, AI, compliance and corporate transactions. Prior to her role at Flash, Cristina worked at Omnicell and Dell Technology, where she focused on global privacy and compliance matters. Cristina has more than 15 years of experience helping businesses and individuals assess and manage risk, and enjoys partnering with diverse stakeholders to develop pragmatic solutions to complex business problems.

    Cristina is also active in the local legal community and is a former past president of the Travis County Women Lawyers Association, and is serving on the advisory board for the local Austin Chapter of WISP – Women in Security and Privacy. In her spare time, Cristina enjoys trying new restaurants, enjoying the live music scene in Austin, traveling and weightlifting.

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Cancellation Policy
The Austin Chamber of Commerce must maintain a cancellation policy for events in order to properly plan for catering, venue expenses, and marketing efforts. Unless stated otherwise, Chamber reservations must be canceled 5 business days prior to the event to be eligible for a refund. All refunds will be issued 10 days after the event. No refunds will be issued for nonattendance. You are welcome to send another member of your staff in your place.