From left: Dan Limerick, head of business affairs, Endeavor; John Cooper, SVP and deputy general counsel, IMG; Joel Karansky, SVP, deputy general counsel and corporate secretary, Endeavor; Courtney Braun, SVP and deputy general counsel, Endeavor; Seth Krauss, chief legal officer, Endeavor; Rebecca Sanhueza, SVP and deputy general counsel, IMG and Endeavor Content; Riche McKnight, SVP, deputy general counsel and global head of litigation, Endeavor; and Tom McGuire, business affairs, WME.
Q: How is the role of general counsel evolving, and how have you adapted?
A: It’s a very exciting time to be a general counsel. We are increasingly seen as key members of the corporate decision-making team. While our role still requires us to safeguard the company via compliance, litigation and corporate governance efforts, we are also being asked to help inform core business strategy on a global basis. We have oversight over formerly core business areas, like government relations, and are asked to proactively weigh in on countless business matters of concern. During an average day, I may be asked to advise on data security, crisis management, global geo-political issues, HR issues, investor relations and business strategy. Being at a company that has embarked on a rapid worldwide expansion, I also spend a great deal of time evaluating transactional risks. A common thread is the need for great judgment.
