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Modern Governance Virtual Summit
Speaking Engagements
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:45 PM ET / BST / SGT

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Calling for legal, governance, and compliance professionals of publicly traded and privately held companies.

Join us for Diligent’s Modern Governance Virtual Summit, where industry leaders will address how AI is reshaping the way we approach governance and share real-world lessons and actionable strategies to help you to lead the change.

Wilson Sonsini partner Ross Tanaka, winner of M&A Advisor’s 2025 "Emerging Leaders Award," joins Olo Chief Legal Officer Rob Morvillo, with Diligent Chief Legal Officer and General Manager for Governance Nithya Das moderating both of the below sessions (11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET):

  • The Public Company Tightrope in M&A and Take-Privates: The GC’s Hidden Power in Corporate Dealmaking
    In this high-impact session, we zero in on the GC’s critical role in complex transactions like take-privates, mergers, and strategic acquisitions. Through real-world case studies and lessons from recent transitions, you’ll gain actionable strategies to navigate scrutiny, align stakeholders, and deliver successful outcomes in high-stakes environments.
  • From Series A to IPO: Transaction Readiness for Private Companies
    Whether preparing for a funding round, a strategic acquisition, or a pre-IPO sprint, this session offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to be transaction-ready. Learn how to build investor trust, streamline legal workflows, and position your company for growth with confidence.

Register today.

Contacts

Tomoko Beytien

tbeytien@wsgr.com

Presenters

Ross J. Tanaka
Partner
Seattle

Ross Tanaka is a partner in the Mergers & Acquisitions practice at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he advises public and private companies on complex, high-stakes transactions. His practice spans the full range of strategic M&A activity, including public company sales, private company exits, cross-border acquisitions, and carve-outs.

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