to nuclear specialties and continues to work on augmenting CPR’s Energy, Oil & Gas Panel of Neutrals. In October 2011, the Committee joined the Construction Committee in presenting “A Fresh Look at ADR for International Energy Construction Projects.” Harold Moskowitz (Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker LLP) receives a special award from CPR President and CEO Kathleen A. Bryan
Franchise Mediation Program The Franchise Mediation Program is led by a Steering Committee of franchisors, franchisees and other influential participants in the franchise community. The co-chairs of this Committee are
William Hall, a Dairy Queen franchisee, and John Kujawa of McDonalds USA LLP. The Program’s goal is to encourage the mediation of nonjudicial management of disputes arising between franchisors and franchisees and to encourage all members of the franchise community to resolve conflict fairly, amicably and cost-effectively.
Healthcare and Life Sciences Committee This Committee is chaired by Katherine Benesch of Benesch & Associates, LLC. It studies current challenges and trends in the industry and
“CPR is a trusted resource for practical guidance. CPR provides independent analysis backed by over three decades of leadership. By engaging practitioners in committee work, CPR also provides a platform for influencing the practical application of ADR.” John Upchurch (Upchurch Watson White & Max) presents the 2011 Outstanding Practical Achievement Award to Leonardo D’Urso from the ADR Center in Italy
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Manny W. Schecter Chief Patent Counsel IBM Corporation