Women in eDiscovery upcoming events

Philadelphia Chapter: Fall Reset: Cozy Rituals & Routines (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Fall Reset: Cozy Rituals & Routines

Sliding back into routines, cozy habits, and comfort foods.

A relaxed, welcoming space to connect with one another without talking about work.

We’re excited to introduce Women in eDiscovery Philly Coffee Chats — a relaxed, welcoming space to connect with one another without talking about work.

These conversations are intentionally informal and personal. No agendas. No panels. No pressure to “network.” Just a chance to grab your coffee, show up as you are, and spend time with other women in our community talking about life, little joys, and whatever’s on your mind.

Details:
☕ When: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM ET

Each month will have a different, gentle theme to help spark conversation.

Participation is always optional — listening is just as welcome as sharing. This is meant to be a low-pressure, safe space to connect and recharge.

If you’ve been looking for a casual, feel-good way to stay connected with the WiE Philly community, we’d love for you to join us.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wie-philly-coffee-chats-tickets-1979829156302?aff=oddtdtcreator

DC Chapter Meeting (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Interested in growing your network, developing your leadership skills, and making an impact in the eDiscovery community?

The Women in eDiscovery - DC Chapter is preparing for our upcoming Board elections, and we’re looking for members who may be interested in stepping into a leadership role for our 2027–2028 term!

Serving on the WiE DC Board is an opportunity to:
Hone your leadership skillsToTo
Expand your professional network
Bring new ideas to our chapter
Give back to the eDiscovery and legal technology community
Help create meaningful programming, connections, and opportunities in our industry

: to find out what serving on the Board is really like.

You’ll hear directly from members of our current DC Board about why they chose to serve, what their positions entail, what they’ve gained from the experience, and what prospective candidates can expect.

Join us on September 16 at 12:00 PM ET via Microsoft Teams to find out what serving on the Board is really like.

You’ll hear directly from members of our current DC Board about why they chose to serve, what their positions entail, what they’ve gained from the experience, and what prospective candidates can expect.

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Location: Microsoft Teams

️ Board Elections: October — Date TBA (Details to be shared during this meeting)

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•Chapter Director – Leads the chapter and serves as the liaison to WiE Regional and Executive Leadership.
•Assistant Chapter Director – Supports the Director and helps coordinate chapter initiatives and special projects.
•Director of Programming (Meetings Director) – Oversees speakers, events, venues, and CLE programming.
•Director of Membership – Focuses on member engagement, recruitment, and outreach.
•Director of Social Media & Branding – Manages chapter communications, newsletters, and social media presence.

Our chapter thrives because members have generously contributed their time, talents, and energy. Its continued success depends on all of us working together to strengthen and grow our community.

Interested in being considered for the Board? Please email dc@womeninediscovery.org with:

• Your name
• The Board position you’re interested in
• Your current title and organization
• A brief explanation of why you’re interested in joining the WiE DC Chapter Board

Iowa Chapter - From Chaos to Control: Bridging Information Governance and eDiscovery (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Join WiE, ARMA Iowa, and Exterro for practical insights on the intersection of information governance and eDiscovery.

From Chaos to Control: Bridging Information Governance and eDiscovery

Organizations continue to face growing volumes of information across shared drives, cloud platforms, collaboration tools, and other business systems. As data volumes increase, so do the challenges of managing information effectively, reducing risk, meeting regulatory obligations, and preparing for litigation and investigations.

Join ARMA Iowa Spark Group, Women in eDiscovery (WiE) Iowa, and Exterro for a hybrid panel discussion exploring the intersection of Information Governance and eDiscovery. Industry experts will share practical insights on building defensible information management practices, reducing unnecessary data, and strengthening collaboration between governance, legal, compliance, and technology teams.

Attend in person at Principal Financial Group, 711 High Street, Des Moines, Iowa, or join us virtually from wherever you are. Complimentary lunch will be provided for in-person attendees beginning at 11:30 a.m., with the panel discussion starting at 12:00 p.m.

Whether you're a records manager, information governance professional, legal operations specialist, compliance practitioner, privacy professional, or eDiscovery leader, you'll gain practical takeaways to help reduce risk, improve defensibility, and enhance the value of your information governance program.

To register, please click on the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996823412580?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to seeing you!

Perk Up with WiE Houston! (24 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Hello Houston Chapter WiE Member,

Rise, shine, and join Women in eDiscovery Houston for breakfast! Start your morning with good coffee, great food, and even better company as we catch up, connect, and kick off the day together.

Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026

Time: 7:30am

Le Peep

4340 Westheimer Rd

Houston, TX, 77027

Thank you to our sponsor KLDiscovery!

Come hungry, grab some coffee, and perk up with WiE Houston!

Please RSVP so we can save you a seat! https://evite.me/KEN8Vxq6M5

WiE Invitation: Fall Social [in-person] (24 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Hello WiE Toronto Chapter Members,

I hope you’ve all had a wonderful summer! After taking a little break over the warmer months, the Women in eDiscovery Toronto Chapter is excited to bring our community back together for our Fall Social at Earls Kitchen + Bar, 601 King Street West . Doors open at 6pm.

These gatherings are always some of my favorite events because they give us the opportunity to reconnect, welcome new members, catch up with colleagues and friends, and continue supporting one another as we navigate our legal tech careers.

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors, OpenText, Array, The Mirillion Group, and TitanFile Inc., for making events like this possible. Your support helps create the connections, conversations, and opportunities that make our community so special.

Whether you're a longtime member or joining us for the first time, we look forward to seeing familiar faces, meeting new ones, and kicking off the fall season together.

Register here: RSVP before September 21, 2026

Iowa Chapter - Deepfakes: Authenticity on Trial (13 Oct 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Please join us for the Regional Women in eDiscovery meeting hosted by the Iowa Chapter. Scott Collister and Donna Medrek will present on Deepfakes: Authenticity on Trial. If you can’t identify a deepfake, you can’t protect your client, or your own credibility. Manipulated media is no longer hypothetical.

What You’ll Learn

How AI-generated audio, images, and video are created and how they’re being used in litigation.
Practical red flags and defensible workflows for identifying manipulated media.
Preservation, discovery, and professional responsibility considerations with synthetic media.

Scott Collister is a senior legal technology leader known for driving innovation in eDiscovery, operations, and AI-enabled legal workflows. A former U.S. Army JAG Corps officer, he brings a disciplined, mission-focused approach to solving complex legal data challenges and building high performing teams.

Scott has expertise in Relativity and DISCO, with experience spanning both corporate and law firm environments. His background includes serving as Deputy Director of IT for Lockheed Martin’s legal department and leading paralegal and litigation support teams at WilmerHale, where he focused on scalable processes and data-driven decision-making. As part of BlueStar’s AI team, Scott works hands-on with advanced processing strategies using various large language models (LLMs) to support clients’ legal and investigative needs.

A dedicated contributor to the eDiscovery community, Scott is a founding member and treasurer of the Houston ACEDS chapter, past president of the Houston Legal Assistants Association, and an advisory board member and instructor for the University of Houston’s Legal Assistant Program. He is a frequent speaker on emerging litigation technologies and AI in legal practice, presenting to organizations such as the Sierra Nevada Paralegal Association (SNAP), the Illinois Paralegal Association (IPA), and University of IL at Chicago Law School.

Donna Medrek works with legal and risk teams to make complex data manageable through defensible, AI-powered workflows. With more than a decade of experience applying AI-driven strategies across domestic and cross-border matters, she brings a practical perspective on deploying emerging technologies responsibly while meeting regulatory and judicial expectations.

A Certified eDiscovery Executive (eDEx), Reveal AI professional, and holder of Microsoft AI micro accreditations, Donna focuses on transforming complex data into actionable insight with an emphasis on transparency, defensibility, and measurable outcomes.

Donna is an active contributor to the legal technology community and a frequent speaker on AI, ethics, and innovation in eDiscovery. She has presented at The Master’s Conference, Chicago Bar Association (CBA), International Legal Technology Association (ILTA), ALM General Counsel Conference, and regional legal and technology associations.

Philadelphia Chapter “Seasonal Traditions & Childhood Memories” (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

“Seasonal Traditions & Childhood Memories”

A mix of seasonal traditions and feel-good memories.

A relaxed, welcoming space to connect with one another without talking about work.

We’re excited to introduce Women in eDiscovery Philly Coffee Chats — a relaxed, welcoming space to connect with one another without talking about work.

Details:
☕ When: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM ET

Each month will have a different, gentle theme to help spark conversation.

Participation is always optional — listening is just as welcome as sharing. This is meant to be a low-pressure, safe space to connect and recharge.

If you’ve been looking for a casual, feel-good way to stay connected with the WiE Philly community, we’d love for you to join us.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wie-philly-coffee-chats-tickets-1979829156302?aff=oddtdtcreator

Philadelphia Chapter “Gratitude & Simple Comforts” (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

“Gratitude & Simple Comforts”

Centering simplicity, gratitude, and personal comforts.

A relaxed, welcoming space to connect with one another without talking about work.

We’re excited to introduce Women in eDiscovery Philly Coffee Chats — a relaxed, welcoming space to connect with one another without talking about work.

Details:
☕ When: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM ET

Each month will have a different, gentle theme to help spark conversation.

Participation is always optional — listening is just as welcome as sharing. This is meant to be a low-pressure, safe space to connect and recharge.

If you’ve been looking for a casual, feel-good way to stay connected with the WiE Philly community, we’d love for you to join us.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wie-philly-coffee-chats-tickets-1979829156302?aff=oddtdtcreator

The Inside Track to WiECON27 (03 May 2027)

Mon, 03 May 2027 05:00:00 GMT

The Inside Track to WiECON27

Save the Date: May 5-7, 2027

Register here to get news and other information related to the Women in eDiscovery's next conference WiECON27 to be held in Washington DC. Be in the know about the vision, preparation and opportunities shaping the conference. 2027 is also WiE's 20th anniversary and WiECON27 will celebrate this with special guests and events. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plan ahead and be a part of the conference today!