Womble Bond Dickinson Senior Counsel Michael Clark will speak on “Navigating Change: The FCPA Under the Current Administration” at an Association of Corporate Counsel Houston Chapter event. The lunchtime discussion takes place Wednesday, Aug. 20 at McCormick & Schmick's – Uptown in Houston. Clark will be joined in the discussion by Marco Castilla, General Counsel, Latam at Quanta Services Inc.
Clark and Castilla will discuss the recent Executive Order that pauses Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enforcement to bolster American economic and national security interests. This presentation will delve into the practical implications for companies operating internationally, particularly in Latin America and Europe. They will explore how these changes affect compliance requirements, strategic planning, and competitive positioning in a rapidly evolving global market. Attendees will gain insights into the opportunities and challenges that businesses face under the current administration’s policy shift and learn strategies to navigate this complex landscape effectively.