Michelle Friends is the Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer at Hanson Bridgett LLP, based in Colorado, US. In this role, she leads the firm’s strategic marketing and business development initiatives, helping to drive growth and foster meaningful client relationships. With nearly 20 years of experience in marketing and a unique background in firm operations, Michelle brings a distinctive perspective to her work. A respected leader and speaker in legal marketing and business development, Michelle has served two terms on the Legal Marketing Association (LMA) International Board of Directors.