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COWA 2025: Is Diversity Still Relevant in the Legal Industry?

February 25 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

COWA 2025: A legal event bringing together law firms, GCs, and legal leaders to discuss equity, inclusion, and the future of diversity

Location

Albany Club

91 King Street East Toronto, ON M5C 1G3

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event
Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

We are excited to announce the next event in the COWA series. The event title is Championing One With Another (COWA): Is Diversity Still Relevant in the Legal Industry?

This impactful event, organized by Blink Equity in partnership with ZSA Legal Recruitment and The Albany Club, brings legal professionals, thought leaders, and advocates together to foster meaningful conversations around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the legal industry.

As the official venue sponsor, The Albany Club is adding the event to their Capitalism, Diversity, and Inclusion series and opening attendance to their highly esteemed club members, making for a unique and exciting networking experience.

What to Expect:

  • Panel Discussions: Gain actionable insights from leading voices in DEI.
  • Networking Opportunities: Build relationships with peers, senior leaders, and industry changemakers.
  • Key Highlights: Celebrate Black History Month by exploring the legacy and contributions of Black leaders in the legal field.

Featured Guests and Speakers:

Confirmed Speakers and Panelists include:

  • Rustam Juma, General Counsel Volkswagen Group Canada Inc.
  • Warren Bongard, President, ZSA Legal Recruitment
  • Safiya Adenekan GCU.D, Chief Compliance Officer, Canada at Cash App & Afterpay
  • Kamika McLean, Business Executive, Lawyer, Community Leader
  • Pako Tshiamala, CEO, Blink Equity