Erin Harrison
LIMELIGHT
SAN JOSE, CA — January 28, 2026 — CLOC (Corporate Legal Operations Consortium), the leading member-based association for the global legal operations community, is proud to announce the new 2026 members of its three leadership councils: the Education Advisory Council, the Inclusion & Social Impact Council, and the Voice & Brand Council.
These appointments represent new members joining continuing council leaders, ensuring continuity and momentum across each group. Council service reflects a selective, two-year volunteer leadership commitment, with members serving as strategic advisors alongside CLOC staff and board leadership.
“Our councils bring together leaders who are deeply engaged in the work and bring real judgment from across the legal operations field,” said Oyango Snell, President and CEO of CLOC. “That range of experience strengthens how we develop education, advance inclusion, and represent the profession with clarity and purpose.”
Following CLOC’s recent board expansion, which broadened board representation across the legal operations ecosystem, the 2026 council appointments further reinforce CLOC’s commitment to practitioner-led leadership. Each council operates with a distinct charter, supporting CLOC’s mission through focused work in education, inclusion and social impact, and voice and brand stewardship.
Education Advisory Council (EAC)
The EAC drives CLOC’s learning strategy, ensuring the profession stays ahead of industry shifts through the CLOC Academy and peer-led insights. Its focus is on developing the next generation of leaders through structured, practitioner-focused education. The council works in close partnership with Nicole Zafian, CLOC Vice President of Learning & Engagement.
“Strong legal operations leadership depends on practical, scalable learning built by people doing the work,” said Adam Becker, CLOC Board Member and board lead for the EAC, and Director of Legal Operations at Cockroach Labs. “As we enter 2026, the EAC is committed to shaping a learning strategy that reflects real-world challenges and prepares professionals for what’s ahead.”
New EAC members:
Bios for new and continuing members of the EAC can be found at https://cloc.org/education-advisory-council-eac/.
Inclusion & Social Impact Council
Reflecting a broadened mission to integrate equity into the enterprise level, the Inclusion & Social Impact Council fosters a professional environment rooted in access and opportunity. This work ensures diverse perspectives are driving the industry’s evolution. The council is supported by Jen Bryan, Director of Community Engagement at CLOC.
“The Inclusion & Social Impact Council brings together leaders who are deeply committed to building access, opportunity, and equity into how legal operations works,” said Laura Dieudonné, CLOC Board Member and board lead for the Inclusion & Social Impact Council, and Legal Operations and Administration Director at Delta Air Lines. “This incoming group adds meaningful new perspectives that will strengthen how this council drives impact across the profession.”
New Inclusion & Social Impact Council members:
Bios for new and continuing members of the Inclusion & Social Impact Council can be found at https://cloc.org/inclusion-and-social-impact-council/.
Voice & Brand Council (VBC)
The Voice & Brand Council helps guide how CLOC is positioned across the legal operations industry. The council brings together experienced leaders who help shape what gets amplified, how ideas are framed, and how the community’s voice comes through clearly and consistently.
“I’m excited about our new members and the creative insight and reach they bring to sharpen how CLOC and the legal operations community are represented,” said Angela den Tex, Vice President of Marketing & Communications at CLOC and staff lead for the Voice & Brand Council.
New VBC members:
Bios for new and continuing members of the VBC can be found at https://cloc.org/voice-and-brand-council/.
About CLOC
CLOC (Corporate Legal Operations Consortium) is the leading global organization dedicated to transforming the business and practice of law. CLOC provides a platform for legal operations professionals to connect, share best practices, and drive innovation across the legal ecosystem.
For more information, visit www.cloc.org
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