Meet Our 2024 Keynote Speakers
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Lisa Garrette
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Alex Smith
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Morgan James
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ALFDP Annual Conference
The ALFDP Annual Conference
The Annual ALFDP Conference is the premier conference designed exclusively for law firm diversity professionals where thought leaders, practitioners, and advocates come together to champion a more inclusive legal landscape.
Our 2024 Conference Sponsors
Shape the Future of DEI in the Legal Profession
Join us in driving change at the ALFDP Annual Conference and throughout our year-round events. We're seeking dynamic speakers and innovative presentations that inspire and equip our members to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in their law firms. Our events, including virtual meetings and interactive workshops, provide platforms to share expertise and highlight best practices. You can contribute to the ongoing dialogue on building a more inclusive legal community by submitting your proposals below.
Past Annual Conference Host Cities
2024
Los Angeles, California
2023
Chicago, Illinois
2022
New York, New York
2020 - 2021
Virtual Conference
2019
Houston, Texas
2018
Chicago, Illinois
2017
Boston, Massachusetts
2016
Washington D.C.
2015
New York, New York
2014
New York, New York
2013
Washington D.C.
2012
Washington D.C.
2006 - 2011
New York, New York
"DEI work is highly personal. Most DEI professionals are from traditionally underrepresented groups, too. We’re dealing with our own grief as systemic racism, discrimination, and bias persist and affect many of us personally – our work often intersects with our identities. We can’t do this work alone. ALFDP gives us community."
Yusuf Zakir
Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Former ALFDP Board Member
ALFDP member since 2017
“ALFDP has empowered me to be a champion for
diversity and has helped me grow personally and professionally.”
Zakiyyah Connelly
Diversity & Inclusion Specialist, Winston & Strawn LLP
Social Media & Communications Committee Chair
ALFDP member since 2019
"Joining the Association of Law Firm Diversity Professionals has been a life-changing experience for me. The ALFDP community is truly remarkable in every way, offering a wealth of knowledge, support, and generosity of spirit. In my two and a half years as a member of ALFDP, I've gained invaluable insights, formed lasting relationships, and felt a profound sense of belonging and purpose. This association has enhanced my professional growth and enriched my personal life, making it an indispensable part of my journey as a DEI professional. ALFDP is the community I never knew I needed until I became a part of it, and I am eternally grateful to be a member."
Pearl Brady
Diversity, Equity Inclusion Practitioner,
O’Melveny & Myers LLP
Parliamentarian
ALFDP member since 2022”